The F1 United States Grand Prix 2026 returns to the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas, from October 23–25. The full Formula 1 US GP Schedule is now confirmed, giving fans every session time for practice, qualifying, and race day.
This year’s United States Grand Prix 2026 weekend features the standard three free practice sessions, Saturday qualifying, and the 56-lap Grand Prix on Sunday afternoon. Support series including F1 Academy, Porsche Carrera Cup North America, and Masters Historic will also run throughout the three days at COTA.
Below is the complete United States Grand Prix 2026 timetable with all times listed in local Central Time.
F1 United States Grand Prix 2026 Schedule:
Formula 1 MSC Cruises United States Grand Prix 2026
| Date | Opponent | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Friday | Masters Historic – Practice Session | 9:45-10:10am ET |
| Friday | FIA – F1 Car Presentation | 11:00am-12:00pm ET |
| Friday | FORMULA 1 – First Practice Session | 12:30-1:30pm ET |
| Friday | Porsche Carrera Cup North America – Practice Session | 2:00-2:30pm ET |
| Friday | Formula 1 – Teams’ Press Conference | 2:30-3:30pm ET |
| Friday | Masters Historic – Qualifying Session | 2:55-3:20pm ET |
| Friday | FORMULA 1 – Second Practice Session | 4:00-5:00pm ET |
| Friday | F1 Academy – Opening Race (13 Laps Max 30 Mins +1 Lap) | 5:50-6:25pm ET |
| Saturday | Porsche Carrera Cup North America – Qualifying Session | 9:10-9:40am ET |
| Saturday | Masters Historic – First Race (25 Mins) | 10:10-10:40am ET |
| Saturday | FORMULA 1 – Third Practice Session | 12:30-1:30pm ET |
| Saturday | F1 Academy – Reverse Grid Race (13 Laps, Max 30 Mins +1 Lap) | 2:45-3:20pm ET |
| Saturday | FORMULA 1 – Qualifying Session | 4:00-5:00pm ET |
| Saturday | Formula 1 – Press Conference | 5:00-6:00pm ET |
| Saturday | Porsche Carrera Cup North America – First Race (35 Mins) | 5:55-6:35pm ET |
| Sunday | Masters Historic – Second Race (25 Mins) | 9:25-9:55am ET |
| Sunday | F1 Academy – Feature Race (13 Laps, Max 30 Mins +1 Lap) | 10:40-11:10am ET |
| Sunday | Porsche Carrera Cup North America – Second Race (35 Mins) | 11:50am-12:30pm ET |
| Sunday | Formula 1 – Drivers’ Parade | 1:00-1:30pm ET |
| Sunday | Formula 1 – National Anthem | 2:44-2:46pm ET |
| Sunday | FORMULA 1 – Grand Prix (56 Laps or 120 Mins) | 3:00-5:00pm ET |
United States Grand Prix 2026 Weekend Breakdown
Friday at the United States Grand Prix 2026
FP1 runs from 12:30 to 13:30, followed by FP2 from 16:00 to 17:00. The F1 Academy Opening Race closes the day.
Saturday – Qualifying Day
FP3 takes place from 12:30 to 13:30. The main Formula 1 Qualifying Session is scheduled for 16:00, setting the grid for Sunday’s race at the US Grand Prix 2026.
Sunday – Race Day
The Drivers’ Parade begins at 13:00. The National Anthem is at 14:44, and the United States Grand Prix 2026 starts at 15:00 local time. The race distance is 56 laps of the Circuit of the Americas.
Key Session Times (Local Time)
- FP1: Friday 12:30
- FP2: Friday 16:00
- FP3: Saturday 12:30
- Qualifying: Saturday 16:00
- Grand Prix: Sunday 15:00
Where to Watch F1 Austin 2026
Coverage of the United States Grand Prix 2026 will be available in the United States on ESPN networks and the official F1 TV platform. Exact channel listings for practice, qualifying, and the race will be confirmed closer to the event.
More Formula 1 Schedules
- Full 2026 Formula 1 Calendar
FAQ
When is the United States Grand Prix 2026?
The United States Grand Prix 2026 takes place from October 23 to 25 at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin.
What time does the race start?
The Grand Prix is scheduled for 15:00 local time (Central Time) on Sunday, October 25.
How many laps is the United States Grand Prix?
The race is 56 laps long.
Is the COTA Schedule 2026 final?
Yes. All session times listed in the Formula 1 US GP Schedule above are official.