Melbourne · Round 1 · 2026
Weekend Schedule
All times local (Australia/Melbourne) · Subject to change
The 2026 Australian Grand Prix runs across four days at Albert Park Circuit, Melbourne (March 5–8). Thursday and Friday host practice sessions — giving fans a 3.5-hour window before FP1 on Friday morning, and 4+ hours each evening after sessions end. Saturday brings qualifying and the F1 Sprint, with Sunday reserved for the race. Melbourne's compact Central Business District means world-class food, culture, and nightlife are minutes from the circuit — making every session gap an opportunity to explore the city.
Practice Session
Practice 1
Qualifying
Practice 2
F1 Drivers' Press Conference
Qualifying
Race 1
F1 Car Demonstration
Race 1
Driver Autograph Session
Track Tour & Pit Lane Walk
Track Tour & Pit Lane Walk
Make the Most of Your Session Gaps
Each session gap has been matched to curated Melbourne experiences that fit the available time. Browse by category below, or explore all 30+ experiences.
BEFORE FP1 · 3.5 HRS
Thursday & Friday Morning
Perfect for a laneway food tour, Central Business District walk, or St Kilda beach visit before gates open.
Browse food experiences →BETWEEN SESSIONS · 1.5 HRS
Afternoon Gaps
Short walks, café stops, or a quick visit to the Royal Botanic Gardens nearby.
Browse culture experiences →EVENING · 4+ HRS
Post-Session Evenings
Dinner in South Yarra, rooftop bars in the Central Business District, or nightlife along the Yarra.
Browse nightlife & dining →