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When are the Formula 1 test days? A crucial question for any fan who can’t wait for the new season. In this article you will find exactly when pre-season testing gets underway.
The 2026 F1 test days are scheduled to take place from January 26 to January 30 at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.
This year, Formula 1 has expanded pre-season testing with three tests before the opening race in Melbourne to accommodate the new power unit regulations.
The five-day test in Barcelona will be held behind-closed-doors, with each team allocated three days for running.
Despite the expanded testing schedule, Williams has announced it will not participate in the tests.
Each day of testing will run from 9am to 5pm local time, with a possibility for extended track action depending on daylight.
You can find the schedule for the first week of testing below, with more details following.
