British Grand Prix: The LEGO F1 drivers’ parade is back

Ahead of the 2025 Miami Grand Prix, one moment captured the hearts and minds of not just Formula 1 fans, but the drivers themselves.

The LEGO drivers’ parade.

Ten two-seater F1 cars, built primarily out of LEGO blocks, waited for the drivers ahead of the race, one car for each team. What ensued was pure chaos, and a moment that the drivers themselves truly enjoyed. “It was so much fun!” explained Williams driver Alexander Albon to me during our interview last season following the race.

“Just before a race, we’re in the zone and concentrating on everything we have to do and remember. So the drivers parade it was a welcome surprise to see the LEGO cars on the grid for the drivers’ parade,” added Albon. “I am a HUGE LEGO fan, I have been since I was a kid and so when I saw them, even though I was in ‘race mode’, deep down I was super excited to jump in and have some fun.”

This week, the grid is at the historic Silverstone Circuit for the British Grand Prix, and the LEGO drivers’ parade is back for another round.

Bigger and better than ever.

This year, 22 single-seater cars will be on the grid, one for each driver. According to LEGO, each car is built from more than 28,000 bricks, and can reach speeds of up to 25 kilometers per hour.

“Last year the F1 LEGO Drivers’ Parade in Miami with the LEGO big build cars was one of the most memorable and talked-about moments of the season, capturing the imagination of fans around the world and showing a different side of the sport,” said Emily Prazer, F1’s Chief Commercial Officer. “This year, we’re building on that moment to create an incredible spectacle for fans attending the British Grand Prix and those watching globally. There is something truly special about bringing together the worlds of Formula 1 and LEGO play, combining innovation, creativity, and entertainment in a way that can inspire and excite fans of all ages.”

”We always listen to our fans, and it was clear from the 2025 Miami Grand Prix Drivers Parade that both fans and drivers wanted more,” said Julia Goldin, Chief Product & Marketing Officer of the LEGO Group. “We’re back with a 2.0 version in a brand-new format, bringing even more fun and excitement to the parade.”

Each of the LEGO F1 minicars weighs approximately 280 kilograms, with 65 of those kilograms being the bricks alone. The LEGO F1 minicars are fitted with standard go-kart wheels, were created by 20 specialists in design, engineering, and building, and the entire set of 22 minicars required over 6400 hours combined to build.

In the buildup to the weekend, the return of the LEGO drivers’ parade was a popular topic in the paddock.

“I’m actually really excited because I missed it in Miami last year when I was watching it and it looked so fun,“ said Cadillac driver Valtteri Bottas during the FIA Press Conference. ”So I think the key will be, because everyone is capped to 25 kilometres per hour, saving distance is probably the key. I’m excited. So saving distance is my strategy, and using tow.“

“Yeah, I was also very excited when I heard that we will be driving the LEGO cars. For me, I don’t think that race is going to be about winning. It’s just about having some fun and maximum damage,” said Arvid Lindblad.

“I mean, it’s the most dangerous part of the weekend,” said Lewis Hamilton. I let Charles [Leclerc] drive last time and it was just hilarious watching everyone crashing into each other.“

“If it’s like Miami, of course, then I think whoever can make it back to the start line will be a winner already,” said Lando Norris. “So, I think it’s a cool thing to do. It’s different. It’s nice to, obviously when you’re all together and you can have a little chitchat and see the fans when you’re on the truck. But I think it’s nice to do something different every now and then.

“So as long as it’s safe and we all behave, which we shall, then it will be a jolly good ride.”

The British Grand Prix kicks into gear on Friday with qualifying for the F1 Sprint Race. The main event — and the LEGO drivers’ parade — are set for Sunday.