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Here’s the start time for ever race on the F1 2026 calendar
Formula 1 fans can expect more unpredictable race starts in 2026 with the addition of the new ‘Madring’ circuit in Madrid for the Spanish Grand Prix, while Barcelona remains on the calendar with a 3pm local start time on September 13.
The Azerbaijan Grand Prix will also start at 3pm local time on Saturday, September 26, following its move, maintaining consistency with the 2025 start time.
Notably, the Canadian Grand Prix will begin at 4pm local time, allowing a three-hour-15-minute window for the Indianapolis 500 before the Montreal race.
The United States Grand Prix in Austin joins the list with a 3pm local start time, while other races in Europe and Great Britain will also start at 3pm local time.
Here’s a breakdown of the start times for all F1 races in 2026, offering fans around the world the opportunity to plan accordingly and not miss any exhilarating moments on the track.
