Pausini to Headline F1 Grid Gigs at Monza

Formula 1's pre-race entertainment series, F1 Grid Gigs presented by American Express, is set to make its Italian debut at Monza next year. Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Laura Pausini will be the headlining act for the event, which transforms the starting grid into a concert stage before each race.

The performance marks the first time F1 Grid Gigs has visited the historic Autodromo Nazionale Monza, bringing live music and motorsport together in one of the sport's most iconic venues. The concept debuted in Austin last year and returned this season in Miami, where Colombian singer Manuel Turizo performed.

Pausini is a globally recognized artist with over 75 million records sold, more than 8 billion streams, and a range of prestigious awards including five Latin Grammy Awards, a Golden Globe nomination, and nominations for both the Academy Awards and Emmy Awards. Her appearance as the headliner at Monza's F1 Grid Gigs provides a hometown showcase for Formula 1's return to Italy.

The performance will be available to fans attending the Formula 1 Pirelli Gran Premio d'Italia 2026 and streamed globally across Formula 1's social media platforms, extending the reach of one of racing's newest entertainment initiatives.