F1 returns to Melbourne for the 2026 Australian Grand Prix at the Albert Park Circuit, a lakeside street track carved from public roads.
Bumpy and fast, it starts slick then grips up, rewarding brave turn-in and smart strategy as drivers chase crucial points in the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship. Image: Formula 1 ©
Below is the full 2026 Australian GP session schedule with local times, alongside UK, US Eastern Time and Paris, Brussels conversions.
Australian GP 2026 schedule and time
| Session | Local Time | UK | US ET | Paris/Brussels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practice 1 06 Mar | Fri 01:30 | Fri 01:30 | Thu 20:30 | Fri 02:30 |
| Practice 2 06 Mar | Fri 05:00 | Fri 05:00 | Fri 00:00 | Fri 06:00 |
| Practice 3 07 Mar | Sat 01:30 | Sat 01:30 | Fri 20:30 | Sat 02:30 |
| Qualifying 07 Mar | Sat 05:00 | Sat 05:00 | Sat 00:00 | Sat 06:00 |
| Race 08 Mar | Sun 04:00 | Sun 04:00 | Sat 23:00 | Sun 05:00 |
How to watch the 2026 Australian GP
Coverage for the Australian Grand Prix will be available on Sky Sports F1 (UK), ESPN (US), Canal+ (France), RTBF (Belgium), and F1 TV Pro for eligible regions.
Support series this weekend
Formula 2 and Formula 3 continue their intense championship battles in Melbourne, with top contenders pushing for crucial points. The Porsche Supercup also races here, adding excitement as drivers fight for early season momentum.
FAQ – Australian Grand Prix 2026
When is the Australian Grand Prix 2026?
The Australian Grand Prix 2026 is scheduled to take place on March 8, with practice sessions on March 6 and 7 and qualifying on March 7.
Where is the race held?
The race is held at the Albert Park Circuit in Melbourne, Australia. The circuit is a temporary street circuit around Albert Park Lake, first hosting the Grand Prix in 1996.
How long is the race?
The race consists of 58 laps covering a total distance of 306.124 kilometers on a 5.278 km track.
