Event marks Bahrain’s 20th anniversary in F1
The Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) has declared a complete sellout of its Formula 1 Paddock Club for the highly anticipated F1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2024.
With less than 30 days left until the racing extravaganza scheduled from February 29 to March 2 in Sakhir, fans are gearing up for a weekend of adrenaline-fueled action and entertainment.
The F1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix takes place over 57 laps of the 5.412km BIC in Sakhir on Saturday, March 2.
Marking Bahrain’s 20th anniversary in F1, the event is set to celebrate ‘20 Years of a Modern Classic.” The demand for top-notch hospitality experiences has skyrocketed, resulting in the third consecutive sellout of the F1 Paddock Club, following the earlier sellout of Corporate Lounges last month.
For those still seeking the ultimate race day experience, BIC revealed that there is still availability in the Champions Club and The Dome by F1 Experiences hospitality packages. Detailed information about these packages can be found on bahraingp.com.
Providing a snapshot of grandstand ticket availability, BIC disclosed that limited seats remain in the Main, Turn 1, and Beyond Grandstands, with some availability in the University and Victory grandstands.
Saturday night race
The F1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2024 promises a unique twist with Bahrain’s first-ever Saturday night race.
This will be the sixth time BIC hosts the opening round of the new F1 season, alongside the season-openers of the FIA Formula 2 Championship and the FIA Formula 3 Championship, as well as the fifth and penultimate round of the 2023/2024 Porsche Carrera Cup Middle East.
BIC has curated an exciting off-track entertainment program for families attending the grand prix, including a post-race concert by global superstar DJ and producer Diplo on Saturday night, March 1.
The entertainment lineup also features Circus Extreme, roaming performers, stage shows, carnival rides, and more, available throughout the three-day event in the circuit’s vending area.
Adding to the pre-race excitement, BIC is set to host three days of F1 Aramco Pre-Season Testing 2024 from February 21 to 23.
Fans who secured grand prix tickets before February 1 will enjoy complimentary access to the testing days on February 22 and 23. This unique opportunity will give fans a sneak peek into the upcoming season.
At the same time, F1 teams will gather crucial insights into their cars’ performance on the track ahead of the championship’s first race in Bahrain.
Featured image: The F1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2024 will feature Bahrain’s first-ever Saturday night race. Image: FIA/F1
