For the second year, Miami Race Weekend is back, and this year, the parties and events are even bigger and better. As the Formula 1 races make their way to Magic City, there is going to be plenty to do at the track — but a lot of the action is taking place offsite at venues all around the city too. Whether you want to dance all night long with the biggest DJs in the world, take in live performances or enjoy a swanky dinner on the beach, GRAZIA USA has all of the race weekend details and inside scoop.
Lights Out at TJ Backlot
On Saturday night before the highly-anticipated race, the worldwide jet-setter crowd will descend upon Miami and come together to experience an unforgettable Miami Experience like no other. LIGHTS OUT, presented by UnKommon Events and Hurry Up Slowly, will bring best-in-class premium entertainment experience. will feature world-class entertainment with performances from Diplo, Claptone and Plastik Funk along with immersive sound and production, VIP-themed lounges, premier bottle service and much more from 8:30 p.m. until 4 a.m. at Toejam Backlot in Wynwood. unkommonevents.com
Carbone Beach
Culinary juggernaut Major Food Group returns with their wildly successful beachside dining concept Carbone Beach, featuring a four-night supper club and cuisine from Chef Mario Carbone. Happening on May 4 through May 7, Carbone Beach will feature a curated cocktail hour, followed by a seated dinner featuring a crafted menu by Carbone. Throughout the evening guests will enjoy Carbone’s classic dishes, theatrics, live performances and authentic Italian touches that guests have grown to love and expect from the fan-favorite restaurant. “American Express Presents CARBONE BEACH 2022 was an opulent, high-energy, instantly iconic combination of the best in culinary and entertainment that raised the bar for luxury hospitality,” Major Food Group co-founder Jeff Zalaznick said in a release. “This year, we’re setting our sights even higher to deliver Major Food Group’s style of decadence and sophistication in monumental ways. The biggest week in Miami history is back. —and we cannot wait to celebrate with our guests at the greatest dinner party on the sand.” carbonebeach.com
BleauLive at The Fontainebleau Miami Beach
To celebrate Formula 1’s second annual Miami Grand Prix, BleauLive at The Fontainebleau Miami Beach, in partnership with The Creative and Capture Studios, will host a star-studded beachside music experience featuring Martin Garrix, Kaskade and Ludacris. The energized fan fest will take place poolside at The Fontainebleau Miami Beach on Saturday, May 6 and Sunday, May 7. Doors open at 8 p.m. and the party continues until 1 a.m. Head over to 4441 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach.
MAXIM F1 Miami at Hyde Beach
On Friday, May 5th, head to SLS South Beach for a very special night with DJ Ruckus at the hotel’s Hyde Beach where guests will be treated to an exclusive experience, amazing talent, great mixology, and unique brand activations at the outdoor lounge from 10 p.m. until 2 a.m. Visit 1701 Collins Ave Miami Beach.
Zedd, Maluma and Tiesto and Diddy at LIV Miami
Already world-renowned for a rotating calendar of live performances from the biggest names in music, LIV Miami at the Fontainebleau is bringing a seriously impressive lineup in for Miami race weekend. The weekend starts with Zedd on Friday, May 5, followed by Maluma and Tiesto on Saturday May 6; the weekend’s closeout show will come courtesy of hip hop superstar Diddy who takes the stage on Sunday, May 7, with all shows starting at 11 p.m. Visit 4441 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach. livnightclub.com
MILA Lounge
MILA Lounge boasts a secluded space cultivating the top music artists in the industry, an elevated dining experience and the best of mixology. During Formula 1 weekend, MILA Lounge will be extending its hours in honor of the Grand Prix race and adding sets by Kaz James, Mestiza and Zakes. Visit 1636 Meridian Ave, Rooftop, Miami Beach. milamiami.com
Ludicrous Omakase at Sexy Fish Miami
Exclusively during Miami Race Week, Sexy Fish Miami will offer two new Omakase tasting menus — including the ultra-premium Ludicrous menu at $250 per person (there is also the Seasonal Kisetsu menu for $140 a head). The Premium Ludicrous Omakase features tuna ham, smoked and cured, oyster and shiso, caviar dip and prawn crackers, Japanese madai and red koshu ponzu, soft shell crab sando and so much more. On the turntables as part of Sexy Fish’s “One Hell of a Ride” programming is DJs all week long featuring Yokoo on Wednesday, May 3, Shimza on Thursday, May 4, Guy Gerber on Friday, May 5, and Birds of Mind on Saturday, May 6. For info and reservations, visit sexyfishmiami.com.
E11EVEN Miami Race Weekend EXPER11ENCE
In true E11EVEN fashion, the parties will be happening 24/7 from May 3rd to May 7th with an exciting calendar of activations and parties for auto racing fans, celebs and partygoers alike. Powered by Zouk Nightclub Las Vegas, the lineup includes Tiesto, DEADMAUS, DJ Snack and hip hop stars Travis Scott and Rick Ross. There’s nothing like the thrill of racing and the energetic atmosphere surrounding the city during Miami Race Week,”says DennisDeGori, Concept Creator & Co-Founder of E11EVEN Miami.”From the spectacular dining we offer at Giselle to having some of the biggest names in the industry performing at E11EVEN, we love being a part of the excitement.” Before heading to E11EVEN, enjoy an elevated dining experience at Giselle, Miami’s new hotspot restaurant situated on the rooftop of E11EVEN, open for dinner from 6 pm – 3 am. 11miami.com
