The F1 Singapore Grand Prix returns from 20 to 22 September this year! Looking for a bar to let your hair down at with the girlfriends or a place to have a fancy meal overlooking the track? Check out our round-up of parties and awesome dining spots for the exciting race weekend. Hurry and make those bookings now!
WHERE TO PARTY!
The Podium Lounge
The Podium Lounge returns from 20 to 22 September this year. On the opening night, Sporty Spice Melanie C will be spinning a DJ set, fresh off her Spice World Tour of the UK and Ireland. On Saturday, groove along with The Cuban Brothers who’ll be performing their soulful music and risqué dance routines. On race night, British actor and singer-songwriter Raleigh Ritchie (Grey Worm from Game of Thrones) will sing tracks from his debut album, You’re A Man Now, Boy. And party-goers will be entertained all weekend by Daniel Jones of Aussie pop group Savage Garden, singer Kathleen De Leon of Hi-5 fame and rising Singaporean star Maya Davidov.
Neo-pop celebrity artist Jan Larsen and his crew also have a unique multimedia line-up, including original paintings, limited-edition prints and immersive audio and video elements. On the catwalk, LA luxury streetwear brand Mthemovement returns with its Fall 2019 collection featuring various celebrity collaborations. There’ll also be the chance to take part in exciting live auctions of rare and authenticated F1 memorabilia.
How much?
General admission tickets start from $188 (in advance) and $218 at the door, or book a VIP table from $1,688 for four.
The Grand Ballroom, The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore, 7 Raffles Avenue
podiumlounge.com/sg
Amber Lounge Singapore
Amber Lounge is back with brand new themes during this F1 season. The weekend’s live entertainment lineup includes English singer-songwriter Ella Eyre, DJ Ono and DJ Buddha of Bangkok Invaders and Amber Lounge’s resident DJ Sigala. On Saturday (21 September), the pop-up nightspot will have an “ice white” theme and party-goers can look forward to witnessing the popular Amber Lounge Drivers’ Fashion Show – watch motorsport drivers and models wearing exclusive looks from international designers strut their stuff. (Past Amber Lounge F1 Models include Lewis Hamilton and Daniel Ricciardo!) Also, look out for a surprise international act who’ll be taking to the stage that night.
The next evening, the lounge will be decked out in a “classy red” theme for the Grand Prix after-party. Rub shoulders with Formula 1 drivers, teams and celebrities, while enjoying live acts, DJ spins and free-flowing champagne till the wee hours.
How much?
Prices range from $650 for an individual pass to $31,000 for the most coveted table in the club. Have your night tailor-made to your liking or choose to share a table with other guests; or, go all out with one of the Methusalem Tables, including a personal table waitress and premium champagne. All Saturday tables and passes include the Amber Lounge Fashion Show.
Temasek Reflections, Millenia Walk, 1 Temasek Avenue
amber-lounge.com/Singapore
The Rich List
The Rich List Group is once again hosting an exciting race-view party to celebrate the F1 season. Enjoy views of the city skyline and the race action below, while sipping on drinks. This year’s instalment includes a great lineup of entertainment, dining experiences and company all weekend – including Richlist resident DJ Alex Woodford and a special menu designed by JW Marriott Executive Head Chef Simon Song.
How much?
General admission is $49, $99 and $199 for Friday, Saturday and Sunday respectively. A three-day pass costs $199. If you’d like a table, the VIP standing tables (four people) start from $999 and seated tables (10 people) from $999, depending on the day.
JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach
richlistgroup.com
CÉ LA VI
F1 celebrations start early at CÉ LA VI. From 18 to 22 September, it’ll be rolling out parties and fun entertainment options, including a Bohemian-inspired Malibu chic day party on Sunday. The lineup will feature popular DJs such as Gabriel Poso, Fell Reise, Dennis Ferrer, Oliver Dollar, Offaiah, Alex Kennon, Mr. White and David Morales. On the first night (18 September), the ladies can enjoy complimentary entry with a glass of bubbles. (There’ll be a $38 cover charge for the guys, which includes a premium pour.).
How much?
On Thursday, entry is $38 (including a premium pour). From Friday to Sunday, the cover charge (including a premium pour) is $38 from 12pm to 4pm and $48 from 4pm to 10pm. After 10pm, it costs $68 (pre-sale) and $88 (at the door). Or, you can opt for a three-day pass for $188, which includes a glass of champagne for each day.
SkyPark at Marina Bay Sands, Tower 3, 1 Bayfront Avenue
sg.celavi.com
1-Altitude
Celebrate Singapore’s annual F1 night race at 1-Altitude’s ninth edition of The Circuit. Besides a 360-degree view and a great vantage point, enjoy three days of fun across the race weekend, including mixes from international DJs such as DJ Sandro Silva from the Netherlands. Look forward to the Red Bull Pit Stop Party on Friday, the Heineken More Than A Race Party on Saturday and finally, the Carbon Epic Race Day Party on Sunday.
How much?
From 20 to 22 September, entry to 1-Altitude costs $68 from 6pm to 9pm and $88 after 9pm (including one Grand Prix cocktail and one premium pour). Pre-sale tickets for 20 and 22 September cost $68 (all-night entry).
1 Raffles Place
1-altitude.com
WHERE TO EAT
Pan Pacific Singapore
Pan Pacific Singapore is all ready for the F1 weekend. Drop by Edge for a hearty Sunday brunch on Race Day (22 September) and dig into delicious dishes and desserts including beef prime ribs, pan-seared foie gras and chocolate tacos. If you’d like some bubbles to go with it, there is the option of unlimited pours of Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label champagne or Veuve Clicquot Brut Rosé champagne, along with beers, wines and cocktails.
Atrium will also extend its hours from 16 to 22 September, offering celebratory drinks and eats, including a tasty wagyu burger and a refreshing F1 Hendrick’s Twist by Atrium’s head mixologist Nino Angelo. Come by between 5pm and 8pm from 20 to 22 September and enjoy tunes by DJ Victoria.
How much?
Sunday brunch at Edge is $158 per adult and $79 per child. Top up $60 for unlimited alcoholic beverages and another $20 to upgrade to rosé champagne.
Psst…Snag a track-view room this Grand Prix season, with packages available for stays between 18 to 22 September.
7 Raffles Boulevard, Marina Square
panpacific.com/singapore
LeVeL33
Watch some of the world’s best drivers race it out from LeVeL33, the world’s highest microbrewery. The rooftop bar is offering a terrace package from 20 to 22 September (6pm to 10pm) which includes free-flow drinks such as house-brewed beers, house wines and soft drinks. Guests also have the choice to relax indoors and enjoy a live screening of the race. On 20 September, indoor guests can choose between a welcome glass of house-brewed beer (0.3 litres each) or a glass of house wine. Or go all out with the exclusive four-hour free-flow option (6pm to 10pm) (only for LeVeL33 Dining Room guests). On 21 and 22 September, the bar will be offering a special sharing menu for indoor diners, it comes with a complimentary 0.3-litre glass of house beer or a glass of wine. They can also choose to add on the free-flow option (both LeVeL33 Dining Room and LeVeL33 Social guests).
How much?
The terrace package is $138 for those with reservations. Walk-in guests will be charged $38 per person for a standing table or $98 per person for free-flow drinks and a standing table. On 20 September, there is a cover charge of $38 for the indoor option and the four-hour free-flow package costs $78. The special sharing menu on 21 and 22 September costs $138.
#33-01 Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 1, 8 Marina Boulevard
level33.com.sg
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