Formula 1's 2026 season runs 24 rounds. The fall calendar : roughly September through December : contains some of the best venues on the circuit and the championship decider.
Here is every fall race in sequence, with what makes each one worth the trip.
Singapore GP: late September 2026
The Singapore Grand Prix is Formula 1's only permanent night race. The Marina Bay Street Circuit is illuminated under floodlights, which combined with the Singapore skyline makes it the most visually spectacular race on the calendar. The 2025 race was held September 21.
- 📅 Estimated date: September 20-22, 2026 (confirm at formula1.com)
- 📍 Circuit: Marina Bay Street Circuit : temporary layout through the city centre
- 🎟️ Tickets: from SGD 228 (approx. €155) for grandstand. Hospitality packages and zone tickets also available at singaporegp.sg.
- ✈️ Access: Changi Airport is one of the best-connected airports in Asia. 30-minute taxi or MRT to the circuit.
Singapore GP tickets include access to entertainment stages, food and hospitality areas throughout the three days. The race is the centrepiece of a broader event. Climate is hot and humid : expect 30 to 34°C and occasional rain.
Japanese GP, Suzuka: early October 2026
Suzuka is one of the most technically demanding circuits in F1 and one of the most beloved. The figure-eight layout, the Esses section and the Spoon Curve make it a favourite among drivers. Japanese F1 fans are known for being exceptionally organized and enthusiastic.
- 📅 Estimated date: October 4-6, 2026 (confirm at formula1.com)
- 📍 Circuit: Suzuka International Racing Course, Mie Prefecture
- 🎟️ Tickets: available at suzuka.mobilityland.co.jp. Grandstand seats from around ¥20,000 (approx. €125).
- ✈️ Access: fly to Nagoya (NGO) or Osaka (KIX). Train to Shiroko station, then shuttle to the circuit : approximately 2 hours from Nagoya.
Japan in early October is in peak fall foliage season. Combining the race with a few days in Kyoto or Osaka makes for an excellent trip.
Find tickets and details on the Japanese GP 2026 event page.
US GP, Austin: mid-October 2026
The United States Grand Prix at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas, is the biggest F1 race in North America by attendance. The 2025 race drew over 400,000 people across race weekend, with major music acts performing on the infield stage.
- 📅 Estimated date: October 18-20, 2026 (confirm at formula1.com)
- 📍 Circuit: Circuit of the Americas (COTA), Austin, Texas
- 🎟️ Tickets: from $195 for general admission. Grandstand and hospitality at circuitoftheamericas.com.
- ✈️ Access: fly into Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). Shuttle from downtown Austin to COTA available during race weekend.
Austin during race weekend is a major event across the city, with fan zones, team activations and concerts throughout. Book accommodation 4 to 6 months in advance : downtown hotels sell out fast.
Find tickets and details on the US Grand Prix 2026 event page.
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Mexico City GP: late October 2026
- 📅 Estimated date: October 25-27, 2026 (confirm at formula1.com)
- 📍 Circuit: Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, Mexico City
- 🎟️ Tickets: one of the most affordable F1 rounds for tickets. Grandstand from around USD 150 at formula1.com/en/racing.
- ✈️ Access: Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX), well-connected from the US and Europe. Metro and Uber to the circuit.
The Mexico City GP is known for its exceptionally passionate crowd : the stadium section (a modified baseball stadium) creates an atmosphere unlike any other F1 venue. The high altitude (2,250m) affects both cars and visitors.
São Paulo GP, Interlagos: November 2026
- 📅 Estimated date: November 1-3, 2026 (confirm at formula1.com)
- 📍 Circuit: Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace (Interlagos), São Paulo
- 🎟️ Tickets: from around BRL 600 (approx. €100) for grandstand. Check formula1.com.
- ✈️ Access: Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Taxi or Uber to Interlagos : approximately 45 minutes.
Interlagos is one of the most historic circuits in F1 and a favourite for championship drama. The São Paulo race has produced some of the most memorable moments in modern F1.
Las Vegas GP: November 2026
- 📅 Estimated date: November 19-21, 2026 (confirm at formula1.com)
- 📍 Circuit: Las Vegas Strip Circuit : temporary layout running down Las Vegas Boulevard
- 🎟️ Tickets: the most expensive F1 race for tickets. General admission from $500; grandstand and experiences from $1,000 to $10,000+. Check f1lasvegasgp.com.
- ✈️ Access: Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 5 to 15 minutes from most Strip hotels.
The Las Vegas GP runs at night under the lights of the Strip. It is as much an entertainment event as a race : the hospitality, concerts and experiences surrounding it are a major part of the appeal. It is the most expensive F1 weekend on the calendar by a significant margin.
Find tickets and details on the Las Vegas Grand Prix 2026 event page.
Find a place to stay in Las Vegas
Strip hotels sell out months before race weekend — book as soon as you have your F1 tickets confirmed.
Abu Dhabi GP, Yas Marina: November-December 2026
- 📅 Estimated date: November 29-December 1, 2026 (confirm at formula1.com)
- 📍 Circuit: Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
- 🎟️ Tickets: from USD 250 for grandstand at yasmarinacircuit.com.
- ✈️ Access: Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH), direct flights from major European and Asian hubs.
The Abu Dhabi GP is the traditional season finale. The Yas Marina circuit is purpose-built for spectacle, with the track running through and under the W Abu Dhabi Yas Island hotel. The race runs at sunset into full darkness.
Find tickets and details on the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2026 event page.
Tips for attending an F1 race for the first time
- ✅ Buy tickets directly from the official circuit: the safest source and often the cheapest. Formula1.com links to official ticket partners for every round.
- ✅ Book accommodation alongside tickets: hotels near F1 circuits sell out fast and prices surge on race weekends.
- ✅ General admission vs grandstand: grandstand seats give you a fixed, covered position and a guaranteed view. General admission is cheaper but requires arriving early to find a good spot.
- ✅ Bring ear protection: F1 cars at race speed are very loud. Foam earplugs or proper ear defenders are worth packing.
- ✅ Attend Friday practice: crowds are smaller, tickets are cheaper, and you get the same track-side experience.
For fall 2026 F1 races, Booking.com's Late Escape deal offers -15% or more on stays from October through early January — worth checking once you have confirmed race dates.
For other major fall events in Las Vegas, see our Sphere Las Vegas 2026 concert calendar.