The Formula 1 calendar will welcome a spectacular new addition in 2026 with the inaugural Formula 1 Madrid Grand Prix, officially designated as the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix. Set to take place September 11–13, 2026, the event promises to transform Spain’s capital into a global motorsport showcase.
The race will be held on the newly unveiled MADRING street circuit, a purpose-built layout weaving through Madrid’s city-center area. Designed to blend high-speed straights with technical corners, MADRING aims to deliver thrilling racing while placing Formula 1 directly in the heart of one of Europe’s most vibrant cities.
Race weekend action begins on Friday, September 11, with practice sessions giving teams their first real taste of the demanding street circuit. Qualifying follows on Saturday the 12th, where precision and confidence will be critical on tight city streets. The spotlight then turns to Sunday, September 13, as the main race takes center stage before an international audience.
Beyond the on-track action, the Madrid Grand Prix is expected to be a major cultural and economic event, drawing fans, tourists, and global media to the capital. With Formula 1’s growing emphasis on destination races, Madrid’s debut signals a bold new chapter for the sport in Spain—one that blends speed, spectacle, and city-life energy into a must-watch Grand Prix weekend. Get our tickets!
