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The Grand Prix Ball Blog

Expert guides on British GP week, Silverstone hospitality, F1 celebrity appearances, and the world of luxury charity galas.

F1 & Drivers12 May 2026

Kevin Magnussen: The F1 Driver Bringing Formula One to London This Summer

Kevin Magnussen will be the star guest at the Grand Prix Ball 2026 — here's why the Danish racing legend is one of the most compelling personalities in Formula One.

Elegant black-tie gala dinner table setting with candlelight and floral centrepieces

Charity & Auction11 May 2026

Inside the Grand Prix Ball Charity Auction 2026: Exclusive Lots, Live Bidding & How Your Bid Changes Lives

The Grand Prix Ball charity auction is one of the most exciting moments of British GP week — discover the exclusive lots, the live bidding experience, and how every bid directly supports Rays of Sunshine Children's Charity.

British Grand Prix 2026 week events guide

British GP Week5 May 2026

The Ultimate Guide to British GP Week 2026: Events, Parties & Hospitality in London

From Silverstone to Knightsbridge — your complete guide to the best events, parties, and hospitality experiences during British Grand Prix week 2026.

Formula 1 race car speeding around a circuit track, photographed by Stephen Kidd on Unsplash

F1 & Drivers4 May 2026

Meet Kevin Magnussen at the Grand Prix Ball 2026: An Exclusive Evening with an F1 Legend

Kevin Magnussen — the fearless Danish F1 driver with over 180 Grand Prix starts — joins the Grand Prix Ball 2026 as our featured guest. Here is everything you need to know about meeting him in person.

Guests gathered at an elegant black-tie gala dinner event

British GP Week27 April 2026

British GP Week 2026: Why the Grand Prix Ball Is the Ultimate Opening Night

With the British Grand Prix returning to Silverstone on 5th July 2026, there is no finer way to begin race week than at the Grand Prix Ball — London's most prestigious black-tie F1 charity gala, held on 1st July at The Peninsula London.