Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai Launches Season-Long F1 Viewing Hub

MUMBAI, June 3, 2026 — Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport has launched Grandstand at ARK, a dedicated Formula 1 viewing programme running across 14 race weekends from June through December 2026, offering fans in Andheri East a purpose-built space to watch the season's remaining Grands Prix alongside race-day food, beverage packages and a Red Bull simulator challenge.

The initiative, developed in partnership with live sports screening company Mr. Big Screen and Red Bull, turns ARK the hotel's bar and lounge into a seasonal Formula 1 destination for the duration of the current championship. The programme opened with the Monaco Grand Prix on June 7 and runs through the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on December 6.

Grandstand at ARK Brings the Grid to Mumbai

Each race weekend, the ARK venue screens the Grand Prix live on a 12ft x 16ft LED display, with cinematic race-day audio designed to replicate the atmosphere of trackside viewing. The venue holds up to 120 guests per event and offers complimentary valet parking alongside Formula 1-themed hospitality.

The programme targets both dedicated motorsport followers and those newer to the sport, positioning each race weekend as a social occasion rather than a solo viewing experience. Mr. Big Screen, which has operated Formula 1 and other motorsport screenings at various Mumbai venues in prior seasons, manages the event production at ARK for the 2026 campaign.

14 Grand Prix Races on the Screening Calendar

The full Grandstand at ARK calendar covers some of the season's most high-profile circuits. Confirmed screenings include the Monaco Grand Prix on June 7, the British Grand Prix on July 5, the Belgian Grand Prix on July 19, the Italian Grand Prix on September 6, the Singapore Grand Prix on October 11, the Qatar Grand Prix on November 29 and the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix finale on December 6.

Additional screenings cover the Barcelona, Austrian, Hungarian, Dutch, Madrid, Azerbaijan and Brazilian Grands Prix, giving fans at the venue consistent coverage from the European summer stretch of the calendar through to the season-closing races in the Gulf.

Red Bull Simulator Challenge at Every Event

Beyond the race broadcasts, Grandstand at ARK features a Red Bull Formula 1 Simulator Zone at each event. Guests who order a can of Red Bull or a Red Bull-based beverage at the venue receive a slot to compete on the simulator.

The participant who records the fastest lap time across the event earns exclusive Red Bull merchandise and prizes. The challenge adds a competitive layer to each race weekend, giving attendees a direct, physical engagement with motorsport beyond the screen.

Race-Day Packages Start at INR 599

The venue offers three tiered entry packages for each Grand Prix screening. The entry-level option is priced at INR 599 all-inclusive and covers one beer and bar bites. The mid-tier package at INR 899 all-inclusive includes two beers and bar bites. A full cover package is available at INR 1,299 all-inclusive, giving guests access to the complete food and beverage programme alongside the screening.

All packages include access to the LED screen, race-day audio, simulator zone entry eligibility and the themed venue experience for the duration of the Grand Prix.

Formula 1's Growing Reach in India

India has emerged as one of Formula 1's fastest-growing fan markets. India's first official Formula 1 Sim Racing Championship launched in April 2026 through a partnership between Formula 1 and Mumbai Falcons Racing Limited, reflecting the sport's push to deepen its presence in the country.

With India recording an estimated 78.8 million Formula 1 fans according to data cited by race promoters, hospitality venues across Mumbai have increasingly invested in structured race-weekend programming. Grandstand at ARK represents one of the more sustained efforts in this space, offering a consistent season-long venue rather than individual one-off screening events.

For race schedules and further details, visit the Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport official page.

Sources: Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport official website; Mr. Big Screen / Beyond Thoughts Events; Formula 1 official 2026 race calendar; Luxebook India

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