Where to watch Formula 1 Grand Prix races in Bangkok
Watching Formula 1 (F1) in Bangkok is excellent for motorsport fans — the city has a vibrant expat/international scene with dedicated sports bars that reliably show every Grand Prix live on big screens, often with sound/commentary. Bangkok’s nightlife, late hours, and central locations (mostly Sukhumvit area) make it one of the best spots in Asia for F1 viewing. As of the 2026 season (new regulations era with sustainable fuels, revised power units, and active aero), here’s everything you need to know.
Next F1 Grand Prix to watch in Bangkok in October 2026
United States Grand Prix Sunday 25th October 2026 in Austin Texas. Race time in Bangkok starts 3am Monday 26th October 2026.
Best Sports Bars in Bangkok to Watch F1
Bangkok’s top spots are in Sukhumvit (Nana/Asok/Nana areas) — expat-friendly, multiple HD screens/projectors, sound on, pub food, cold beers, and guaranteed F1 coverage (especially from The Sportsman, which is iconic for motorsport). Arrive early for big races!
Viva Sports Bar
Lively interior with multiple big screens, great food
Multiple large TV screens showing live international sports like EPL, NRL, and UFC – the lively interior at this popular sports bar just minutes from Nana BTS on Soi 8 Sukhumvit, Bangkok.
Location and Map link
SukhumvitSoi 8 – Nana BTS is just 2 minutes walk
Restaurant type
Open front sports bar with loads of TV and great food. Check out On8 Hotel, right next to Viva for cheap accommodation.
Food Highlights at Viva
Pub food and Thai food. The Chicken Cashew with rice is awesome,
The Sportsman
Location and Map link
Restaurant type
Bangkok’s largest/iconic sports bar; famous for F1 fans with 39 TVs + 8 HD projectors, multiple viewing areas, guaranteed live broadcast (all sessions), late hours (7am–2am+), English commentary, lively expat/international crowd, often packed for Grand Prix.
Food Highlights at The Sportsman
Classic Western/Aussie pub grub including steaks, burgers, pizzas, full breakfasts, hearty portions, Thai; popular: roast, fish & chips. Good English breakfasts
The Clubhouse Sports Bar
Location and Map link
Sukhumvit Soi 23 (Asok BTS)
Restaurant type
Proper sports bar with multiple big screens/projectors; opens 11 AM–late; shows NRL/rugby.
Food Highlights at The Clubhouse
Grill/pub fare; popular: steaks, burgers. I recommend their English Breakfast or their Aussie Pies.
Chequers The British Pub
Iconic entrance to Chequers British Pub, a classic expat hangout serving full English breakfasts
Hearty English breakfast loaded with fried eggs, crispy bacon, sausages, baked beans, grilled tomato, mushrooms, and toast
Location and Map link
Sukhumvit Soi 4 Nana
(Nana BTS)
Restaurant type
A small British bar in the heart of Soi 4 Nana nightlife area. Famous for showing the F1 races live and loud
Food Highlights at Chequers
A great British pub food menu. I highly recommend the English Breakfasts.
The Game Sports Bar
Location and Map link
Sukhumvit Road Under Nana BTS
Restaurant type
Dedicated sports bar with large projector screens + multiple TVs, guaranteed F1 sessions, casual/sporty setting, affordable drinks, mix of locals/expats, convenient central spot
Food Highlights at The Game
Western pub classics like burgers, wings, fries, snacks, affordable bar meals.
Sports On 20 – Soi 20 Sukhumvit
Location and Map link
Soi 20, Sukhumvit – Sports on 20 location – Phrom Phong BTS – 3 mins walk – directly opposite Fairmont Hotel.
Restaurant type
Proper sports bar – 14 HD screens; shows UFC alongside other sports. Indoor aircon (no smoking inside), tables outside along the front of Soi 20. Confirm they show F1 races.
Food Highlights at Sports on 20
Nachos, Daytona Chicken Wings, Thai Food, Pizza, Fish and Chips, All Day Breakfast.
Old English – Thong Lor
Location and Map link
Sukhumvit Road between Soi 53-55
(The pub is located directly under Thong Lor BTS station)
Restaurant type
Proper English Pub Establish 2018 – Cheapest beers in Bangkok. Great pub grub, food and large TV screens – 45 Thb Pint of Leo (mornings). Happy hour from open to 7pm.
1 pool table at the back of the bar.
Food Highlights at Old English
Pie & Mash 375 Baht, Bangers and Mash 325 Baht, Shepards Pie 495 Baht, Happy Hour from Open until 7pm.
O’Mailey’s Irish Pub
Location and Map link
Silom (Sala Daeng BTS)
Restaurant type
Irish-style pub with big screens, shows wide range of sports including F1 (plus golf, rugby, etc.), warm/inviting vibe, weekly schedules posted, good for groups
Food Highlights at O’Mailey’s
Diverse options: Thai dishes + international/Western pub food (burgers, steaks, hearty meals)
Practical Tips for Watching F1 in Bangkok
- Check ahead: Bars post weekly F1 schedules on Facebook (search bar name + “F1 schedule”). Message to confirm sound/commentary — most do for F1.
- Atmosphere: Expat-heavy (Brits/Aussies/Europeans), tourists, locals. Gets buzzing for big races (e.g., Monaco, Singapore) — arrive early!
- Food & Drinks: Pub grub + Thai fusion, cheap beers (Chang, Leo, Singha ~70-100 THB), happy hours common.
- Alternatives: Stream on beIN SPORTS CONNECT app via phone/hotel TV if bars full (subscription needed).
- Location tip: Sukhumvit (Nana/Asok) is easiest — BTS/MRT access, walkable. Use Grab for quick rides.
F1 Broadcast in Thailand (2025/2026 Season)
F1 rights in Thailand (and much of Southeast Asia) are held by beIN Sports through at least 2025 (likely extended or similar for 2026). Coverage includes:
- All practice sessions, qualifying, sprints (where applicable), and full races.
- Broadcast on beIN Sports channels via TrueVisions cable/satellite (e.g., beIN Sports 1).
- Streaming on beIN SPORTS CONNECT app/website (subscription required).
- Note: F1TV Pro is geo-blocked in Thailand due to local rights — use beIN or bars.
Most sports bars subscribe to beIN/TrueVisions feeds (or international packages) and show every session live, often with English commentary. They open early for morning/early-afternoon races (Thailand time is ICT, UTC+7 — races vary by timezone, e.g., European GPs often late night/early morning, Asian/Australian ones afternoon/evening).
Watching Formula 1 from your Bangkok hotel room
To watching Formula 1 live on TV in Bangkok, your hotel will need to have the Truevision Sports channel, or you can subscribe to the beIN SPORTS application and watch live via your personal device. There are not many hotels that have access to the Truevision Sports channel – the only one I know is Aloft Sukhumvit Soi 11. There are plenty of sports bars showing the races live. See Hotels showing F1 in Bangkok
F1 2026 Season Overview & Bangkok Times
The 2026 calendar features 24 races, starting March 6-8 in Australia and ending December 4-6 in Abu Dhabi (new Madrid street circuit debut; major regulation changes).
- Races typically start between 1pm–8pm local circuit time — in Bangkok (ICT, UTC+7), expect times from early morning (e.g., European races ~8pm–2am local) to afternoon/evening (e.g., Australian GP ~morning).
- Check weekly schedules on beIN or bar Facebook pages — big ones like Monaco, Singapore, or Abu Dhabi get packed crowds.
Upcoming Formula One Races to watch in Bangkok 2026:
Mexico Grand Prix Sunday 1st November 2026 in Mexico City. Race time in Bangkok starts 4am Monday 2nd November 2026.
Brazil Grand Prix Sunday 8th November 2026 in São Paulo. Race time in Bangkok starts 1am Monday 9th November 2026.
Las Vegas Grand Prix Saturday 21st November 2026. Race time in Bangkok starts 12pm Sunday 22nd November 2026 – lunchtime session!
Qatar Grand Prix TBC Sunday 29th November 2026. Race time in Bangkok starts 00:01 Monday 30th November 2026.
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix TBC Sunday 6th December 2026. Race time in Bangkok starts 9pm Sunday 6th December 2026.
F1 Grand Prix will be back March 2027
Last updated 12th October 2026
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Hanrahans Irish pub. Sukhumvit soi 4. Many screens inside and out. Great table service