MIAMI GARDENS, Fla., April 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- South Florida Motorsports (SFM), the organizers of the FORMULA 1 CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX, announced today along with founding partner and music lineup curator Hard Rock International and Atlantic Records an incredible weekend of live music and entertainment for the fourth-year event, taking place May 2-4 in Miami Gardens.
Chart-topping artists such as Kygo, Pitbull, DJ Tiësto, Kaskade, Sofi Tukker and Cedric Gervais will keep the party going all weekend, making the FORMULA 1 CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX truly "the race that's an experience".
Hard Rock International will host its Hard Rock Beach Club for a trackside day club experience with chart-topping artists once again. International dance music superstar Kygo will kick off the race weekend with an uplifting dance set on Friday, May 2, followed by DJ and electronic music icon Kaskade on Saturday, May 3. On race day, Sunday, May 4, GRAMMY® Award-winning artist and Miami native Pitbull will keep the trackside party going with his music that's beloved worldwide.
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Adding to the electrifying lineup of world-class performances is GRAMMY® Award-winning DJ and dance music producer Tiësto, who will perform on the starting grid and post-race podium on Sunday, May 4, igniting the crowd with his iconic sound before the race begins, in addition to the podium concert after the checkered flag. The set will be broadcast live across the entire Miami International Autodrome Campus. Award-winning artist Maffio will take over on Saturday for the sounds ahead of the Sprint.
Before lights out on Sunday, fans will be treated to a heart warming rendition of the U.S. National Anthem performed by a talented local student from nearby Fort Lauderdale. King Bell, a 15-year-old with an extraordinary voice, has previously performed at Hard Rock Stadium for the Miami Dolphins and will now sing a stirring version of the anthem to a global TV audience of millions. Currently studying at Parkway Middle School, the eighth grader is a member of Broward Center Spotlights and has been performing since he was six years old. The pre-race grid ceremonies will also feature a performance by Justin Quiles, showcasing the dance and music styles of the diverse Miami culture.
"As we continue to build on the incredible energy and cultural vibrancy of Miami, we're thrilled to offer fans an unforgettable weekend that blends world-class racing with top-tier music performances," said Tyler Epp, President of the FORMULA 1 CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX. "With a talented local artist singing the National Anthem, DJ Tiësto taking over the starting grid and podium, and global superstars like Kygo, Pitbull, Kaskade, and others performing at Hard Rock Beach Club, we're delivering an experience that captures the essence of Miami's music scene alongside the speed and excitement of Formula 1."
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The Hard Rock Beach Club continues to be one of the most iconic hospitality spaces at Miami International Autodrome. Located on the outside of Turns 11-13 on the track, it offers guests a stunning view of the racing action, also seen on giant displays around the large day club space. Exclusively available to Hard Rock Beach Club ticket holders, this luxury space features cabana-style seating, signature pools, bars and all-day cuisine, and features incredible live, outdoor performances. Hard Rock Beach Club ticket information can be found at F1MiamiGP.com.
"Hard Rock is thrilled to curate another energy-packed lineup for a nonstop party at the Hard Rock Beach Club," said Keith Sheldon, President of Entertainment and Brand Management at Hard Rock International and Seminole Gaming. "We're continuing to elevate the experience with incredible music that brings fans back year after year."
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Beyond the Track at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood
The nearby Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood will be celebrating the Formula 1® Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix all weekend with Pitbull jumpstarting the festivities with a highly anticipated performance at the 7,000-capacity Hard Rock Live on Thursday, May 1, followed by Kygo taking the stage on Friday, May 2. Tickets are available at casino.hardrock.com/hollywood/entertainment/hard-rock-live.
Additionally, Sofi Tukker will keep the vibes high at the Guitar Pool for The Official Formula 1® Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix Pool Party on Saturday, May 3. The event will feature a Stunt by Red Bull Air Force. VIP packages and Bora Bora Cabanas are available. For more information, visit https://www.seminolehardrockhollywood.com/formula-1-miami-grand-prix-weekend. Must be 21+ to attend.
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About Formula 1® Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix
The FORMULA 1 CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX, established in 2022 on the FIA Formula 1 World Championship calendar, is the premier culmination of world-class racing, fan experience, entertainment and hospitality, located in Miami Gardens, Florida. The event is hosted by South Florida Motorsports (SFM), who was awarded Promoter of the Year by Formula 1 in 2025. The race was also recognized as Best New Event of 2022 by Sports Business Journal and was recently awarded the prestigious FIA Three-Star Environmental Accreditation rating for its overall sustainability and environmental management efforts. Now entering its fourth year, the FORMULA 1 CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX is held at the Miami International Autodrome, a 19-turn, 3.36-mile track within the complex of Hard Rock Stadium, the home of the legendary Miami Dolphins NFL team.
In its third edition, the race boasted more than 275,000 attendees and a record-breaking average audience of 3.1 million viewers on ABC – a mark previously held by the inaugural FORMULA 1 CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX – making it the largest live US television audience on record for a Formula 1 race. The event has generated more than $1 billion in economic impact to South Florida over its three years. SFM and Formula 1 have also worked closely to engage with and support the local Miami Gardens community, providing thousands of tickets annually for residents, creating a STEM education program through MIA in Schools, offering event internships for local students and featuring several community-owned restaurants on Campus during race weekend each year.
