What’s on at the 2025 Azerbaijan Grand Prix
From racing through Baku’s city streets to concerts at Crystal Hall and fan activities along the Seafront Boulevard, the Azerbaijan Grand Prix is set to deliver a weekend of speed, music, and entertainment on and off the track.
From 19-21 September, Formula 1 returns to Baku with a packed weekend of racing, joined by Formula 2 on the support card. Qualifying runs on Saturday before the Grand Prix takes centre stage on Sunday.
Away from the track, the Fanzone will be abuzz with simulators, pit stop challenges, driver appearances, live shows and more. The nights light up at Crystal Hall, with Anyma on Friday and Glass Animals and Martin Garrix performing on Saturday.
Food and drink flow throughout the circuit, from quick bites in the Fanzone to curated dining in premium hospitality, ensuring fans can savour Baku alongside the racing.
Here is the schedule for the 2025 Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix weekend in table format:
| Date | Time | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Friday 19 Sep | 10:00 - 10:45 | Formula 2: Practice |
| Friday 19 Sep | 13:30 - 14:30 | Formula 1: Free Practice 1 |
| Friday 19 Sep | 14:00 - 14:30 | Formula 2: Qualifying |
| Friday 19 Sep | 16:00 - 17:00 | Formula 1: Free Practice 2 |
| Saturday 20 Sep | 12:30 - 13:30 | Formula 1: Free Practice 3 |
| Saturday 20 Sep | 14:15 - 15:05 | Formula 2: Sprint Race |
| Saturday 20 Sep | 16:00 - 17:00 | Formula 1: Qualifying |
| Sunday 21 Sep | 11:00 - 12:05 | Formula 2: Feature Race |
| Sunday 21 Sep | 14:44 - 14:46 | National Anthem |
| Sunday 21 Sep | 15:00 - 17:00 | Formula 1: Azerbaijan GP |
This schedule covers all the key sessions over the race weekend at the Baku City Circuit.
Across the weekend the energy goes beyond the track, with international DJs, live bands, and exclusive driver appearances lighting up the Fanzone. The entertainment kicks off on Friday, when the stage and activations open free to the public ahead of race day.
Fans can expect a mix of global names and local talent, from high-energy sets by DJ Tim, DJ AX and DJ Vugarixx to live performances from bands like Excellent Band and Mardan Band. Add in appearances from all 10 F1 teams across the stage, and the Fanzone becomes the heartbeat of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix experience.
Here is the entertainment schedule for the 2025 Azerbaijan Grand Prix weekend in table format:
| Date | Time | Event | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday 19 Sep | 10:30 - 11:15 | DJ Tim | Electronic / Club |
| Friday 19 Sep | 10:45 - 10:55 | Driver Appearance | Racing Bulls |
| Friday 19 Sep | 10:55 - 11:05 | Driver Appearance | McLaren |
| Friday 19 Sep | 11:05 - 11:15 | Driver Appearance | Williams |
| Friday 19 Sep | 11:15 - 11:25 | Driver Appearance | Kick Sauber & Aston Martin |
| Friday 19 Sep | 11:20 - 11:25 | Odlar Yurdu | Traditional Azerbaijani |
| Friday 19 Sep | 11:25 - 12:00 | DJ Pancho | Deep House |
| Friday 19 Sep | 15:00 - 15:30 | Excellent Band | Pop-Rock Covers |
| Friday 19 Sep | 15:30 - 15:55 | Jabbawockeez / DJ Tim | Dance Crew / Electronic |
| Friday 19 Sep | 17:05 - 17:35 | Mardan Band | Folk-Fusion / Jazz |
| Friday 19 Sep | 18:45 - 19:15 | Excellent Band | Pop-Rock Covers |
| Friday 19 Sep | 19:15 - 20:15 | DJ Stasy | House / EDM |
| Friday 19 Sep | 20:15 - 21:00 | DJ AX | House |
| Saturday 20 Sep | 10:00 - 11:20 | DJ Tim | Electronic / Club |
| Saturday 20 Sep | 10:25 - 10:35 | Driver Appearance | Red Bull |
| Saturday 20 Sep | 10:35 - 10:45 | Driver Appearance | Haas |
| Saturday 20 Sep | 10:45 - 10:55 | Driver Appearance | Alpine |
| Saturday 20 Sep | 10:55 - 11:05 | Driver Appearance | Mercedes |
| Saturday 20 Sep | 11:05 - 11:15 | Driver Appearance | Ferrari |
| Saturday 20 Sep | 11:45 - 12:30 | DJ Nicolas Mun | Tech House |
| Saturday 20 Sep | 13:35 - 14:05 | Excellent Band | Pop-Rock Covers |
| Saturday 20 Sep | 15:05 - 15:30 | DJ Tim | Electronic / Club |
| Saturday 20 Sep | 15:30 - 16:00 | DJ Vugarixx | Electro / EDM |
| Saturday 20 Sep | 17:05 - 17:35 | Mardan Band | Folk-Fusion / Jazz |
| Saturday 20 Sep | 17:45 - 17:50 | Jabbawockeez | Dance Crew |
| Saturday 20 Sep | 18:25 - 18:55 | Excellent Band | Pop-Rock Covers |
| Saturday 20 Sep | 19:30 - 20:30 | DJ Pancho | House |
| Saturday 20 Sep | 20:30 - 22:00 | DJ AX | House |
| Sunday 21 Sep | 13:35 - 13:40 | Odlar Yurdu | Traditional Azerbaijani |
| Sunday 21 Sep | 13:40 - 14:30 | DJ Stasy | House / EDM |
| Sunday 21 Sep | 17:05 - 17:35 | Excellent Band | Pop-Rock Covers |
| Sunday 21 Sep | 18:15 - 18:45 | Mardan Band | Folk-Fusion / Jazz |
| Sunday 21 Sep | 18:45 - 18:50 | Amarok | Folk-Rock |
| Sunday 21 Sep | 18:50 - 19:30 | Jabbawockeez / DJ Tim | Dance Crew / Electronic |
| Sunday 21 Sep | 20:00 - 20:40 | DJ Nicolas Mun | Tech House |
| Sunday 21 Sep | 20:40 - 22:00 | DJ Vugarixx | Electro / EDM |
This lineup includes driver appearances, diverse music genres from electronic to folk, and dance performances throughout the grand prix weekend.
When the chequered flag falls, the action shifts to Baku Crystal Hall, where headline concerts light up the nights after the track programme. Access is included with four-day tickets at no extra charge. Just bring your valid weekend ticket or wristband. Entry is first-come, first-served and subject to capacity and security checks.
2025 Line-up
Set along the Seafront Boulevard, the Baku Fanzone is the hub of off-track action all weekend.
From quick bites to sit-down meals, the Baku Fanzone serves up plenty of options to keep you fuelled across the weekend. Grab regional specialties alongside international favourites like pizza, hotdogs, ice cream, and vegan dishes, or cool off with soft drinks and treats between sessions.
Bars dotted throughout the Fanzone offer alcoholic beverages, while nearby restaurants showcase the best of Azerbaijani cuisine for those looking for a taste of local flavour. Most outlets accept both cash and card, making it easy to eat and drink your way through race weekend.
