Sakhir ยท Round 4 ยท 2026

Weekend Schedule

All times local (Asia/Bahrain) ยท Subject to change

The 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix runs three days at the Bahrain International Circuit in Sakhir (April 10โ€“12). Friday and Saturday host practice sessions โ€” the long Friday morning window (8+ hours before FP1 at 14:30 AST) is ideal for exploring Manama's souks, fort, and food scene. Saturday evening after qualifying under the floodlights gives 3+ hours for Adliya dining. Race day on Sunday begins at 18:00 AST, leaving the entire morning and afternoon free.

FRIDAY ย  10 APRIL
14:30 โ€“ 15:30AST
F1

Free Practice 1

1h
18:00 โ€“ 19:00AST
F1

Free Practice 2

1h

Make the Most of Your Session Gaps

Bahrain sessions run from late afternoon into the evening โ€” giving long daytime windows for exploring Manama and the desert, with evenings free for nightlife after qualifying.

BEFORE FP1 ยท 6 HRS

Friday Morning

Long 08:00โ€“14:00 window. Bahrain Fort (UNESCO), Gold Souk, or a desert safari before FP1 at 14:30 AST.

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SATURDAY MORNING ยท 7 HRS

Full Day Before FP3

08:00โ€“15:00 open. Longest window of the weekend โ€” full Manama day trip, desert drive, or Bahrain waterpark.

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SAT EVENING ยท 3 HRS

After Qualifying

20:00โ€“23:00 after qualifying. Adliya restaurant strip, rooftop bars, or waterfront dining โ€” electric race-night atmosphere.

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