Miami GP

F1 Miami GP 2026 | Date, Schedule & Start Times

Having made its F1 debut in May 2022, the Miami International Autodrome is a temporary circuit, but one designed to have a permanent feel. 

Set in the Hard Rock Stadium complex in Miami Gardens, home to the NFL's famous Miami Dolphins franchise, the track is the culmination of a development process that simulated no less than 36 different layouts before settling on a thrilling, 19-turn lap that provides a street circuit vibe, not dissimilar to Melbourne's Albert Park.
 

When is the 2026 Miami Grand Prix on the F1 calendar?

The Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix is scheduled to take place on the weekend of 1-3 May, and is set to be the sixth race of the F1 season. 

The first practice session and sprint qualifying will take place on Friday, 1 May, with the sprint and qualifying on Saturday 2 May. 

The sprint will be held at 17:00 BST time, and qualifying will be at 21:00 BST time.

Start time of the 2026 F1 Miami Grand Prix

The Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix starts on 3 May 2024 at 21:00 BST time. The race can be followed live on RacingNews365’s live blog.

History of the F1 Miami GP

A street-track spectacular. With the Hard Rock Stadium at its epicentre, the 5.41km layout features 19 corners, three straights, potential for three DRS zones, and an estimated top speed of 320km/h. 

There are elevation changes, too. The main one is found between Turns 13 and 16, with the track heading over an exit ramp and under various flyovers across uneven ground. The Turn 14-15 chicane, meanwhile, has an uphill approach, with a crest in the middle, and then drops down on exit.

After much anticipation, the circuit made its first appearance on the F1 calendar in May 2022.