Who will be there?
Confirmed attendees include 2019 Formula 1 World Championship runner-up Valtteri Bottas and F1 legend David Coulthard who are set to drive F1 cars through the tear streets of Sandton. Former Formula 1 World Championship winner, Jody Scheckter will also make an appearance in his 1979 title-clinching Ferrari as F1 marks its return to South Africa.
The Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, Aston Martin Red Bull Racing and Renault F1 teams are confirmed as entrants into the festival too.
What else is on offer?
According to organisers, there will be something for everyone with a fan zone featuring interactive activations such as the ‘DHL esports Challenge’ and the ‘Pirelli Pit-Stop’ Challenge along with car displays, SA Karting, F1600 and historic single-seaters.
A word from F1
Ellie Norman, Director of Marketing & Communications said “We are excited to announce that F1 will be heading to South Africa this season, with the Heineken F1 Joburg festival. South Africa has a very special place in Formula 1 history and we remain committed to returning to South Africa in the future. The festival will be an incredible opportunity for the people of Johannesburg to see F1 up close and personal, with live car runs, fan experiences and incredible live music acts.”
More information
The F1 Joburg Festival will be broadcast live on SuperSport and will feature live track activity starting at 1:30 pm with the main F1 Live car run commencing at 3:30 pm. From 5 pm, Festival-goers will be treated to live music, with the festival closing at 8 pm.
How can I get tickets?
Tickets are available from Computicket from just R60 for a general admission ticket and can be purchased online or at your nearest Computicket outlet.
