2026 Australian Grand Prix

Get ready for an exhilarating start to the 2026 F1 season at the Australian Grand Prix, taking place at Melbourne's iconic Albert Park Circuit from March 5–8, 2026! This thrilling event kicks off the season with a bang on a 5.303 km temporary track renowned for its high-speed straights and challenging corners. Exciting highlights for 2026 include groundbreaking new technical regulations, the debut of Cadillac and Audi as competing teams, and the first-ever F1 Melbourne Fan Festival!

Albert Park, with its temporary setup, offers a unique challenge with its bumpy surface and slippery start, gradually gaining grip as the sessions unfold. The circuit demands a finely tuned chassis, featuring several spots where drivers need a highly responsive front end to dive into corners with precision. As one of the fastest tracks on the calendar, Melbourne promises high-octane action, with Max Verstappen’s 2024 pole lap boasting an average speed of over 250 km/h. Don't miss out on the excitement!

• On-Track Schedule: Please note that Australia runs a full four-day schedule of events from Thursday to Sunday, though the F1 cars are not in action on Thursday. The full on-track timetable for the 2026 Australian Grand Prix will not be published until around six weeks before race weekend. In the meantime, the 2025 schedule is published below for information purposes.

• Support Categories: Formula 2 & Formula 3 are already confirmed to race in Australia in 2026. Not yet confirmed, but expected to also be racing are Australian Supercars & Porsche Carrera Cup Australia

• Pit Lane Walks: These take place for various groups of ticket holders over the weekend. F1 Experiences runs a pit lane walk for selected guests on Thursday evening. Guests in the F1 Paddock Club hospitality suite can take part in daily pit lane walks from Friday to Sunday.

• Post-Race Track Invasion: Cancelled in 2024

  , the post-race track invasion returned after the 2025 Australian Grand Prix. TBC for 2026.