F1 Austin Schedule in Your Time Zone (2026)

Full United States (Austin) Grand Prix Schedule

There are three support series taking to the track alongside Formula 1: F1 Academy, Masters Historic, and Porsche Carrera Cup North America. Here are the dates and times for all practice, qualifying, and race sessions at the USGP in Austin, Texas.

Timezone: Austin local time - Central Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5).

Note: F1 and its race organizers may update the schedule at their discretion due to on-track incidents or other delays. Check Formula 1’s site and social media for any last-minute updates.

Heading to the race in person? Read more of our guides:

• Best fan zones, events, concerts, and entertainment
• Bag policy: what you can and can’t bring
• What to know before attending the United States GP
• Best seats at COTA
• Helpful takes from fans who have attended the United States GP
• Where to stay for the race weekend
• How to get to COTA for the USGP
• Fun activities to do in Austin

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Frequently Asked Questions About the F1 Austin Schedule

When is the Pit Lane Walk?

The Pit Lane Walk takes place on Thursday, October 22, 2026, during COTA's Grand PrixView Thursday event. Check out our USGP fan zones and events guide for full details on the Grand PrixView Thursday and Pit Lane Walk, including how to get your tickets.

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What support series are racing at the USGP?

F1 Academy, Porsche Carrera Cup North America (PCCNA), and Masters Historic will compete at this year’s United States Grand Prix alongside Formula 1. F1 Academy is an all-female, single-seater racing championship. PCCNA is a one-make championship featuring Porsche 911 Cup cars, and Masters Historic is a racing series featuring classic competition cars.

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What time are the concerts and events?

Several acts are scheduled to perform, including Maroon 5 on Friday, Post Malone on Saturday, and Alesso on Sunday. You can find information about the schedule for events and artist performances by reading our full Austin GP on-track and off-track events guide.

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What times are the car presentation and drivers’ parade?

The F1 Car Presentation is scheduled for Friday, October 23, from 11 AM to 12 PM. The Drivers’ Parade takes place on Sunday, October 25, from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM Austin Time.

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What’s the timetable for driver and team principal interviews?

There are driver and team principal interviews planned at the F1 Fan Zone in COTA. For a detailed breakdown of what to expect, read our guide on F1 Austin fan zones and events.

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When are the press conferences for the USGP?

Drivers and selected senior representatives from F1 teams will speak to the media during the race weekend. Here’s the schedule in Austin Local Time (CDT):

• Teams’ Press Conference on Friday, Oct. 23, from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
• Post-Qualifying Press Conference on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM

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When should I arrive at the circuit?

We recommend that you arrive at least one hour before the session you plan to watch. That way, you’ll have enough time to get through security checks and find your seat. To learn more about security screening and how to avoid delays at the gate, review our USGP bag policy guide.

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How can I watch the United States Grand Prix from home?

There are many ways for fans around the world to watch Formula 1, including Apple TV, Sky Sports, and Formula 1’s own F1 TV. Refer to our ‘where to watch F1’ guide for more information.

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Let’s Help You Get Ready for the Grand Prix

We’ve created other guides to help you prepare for the United States Grand Prix. If you want to attend other races around the world, our race guides cover F1, WEC, IndyCar, and more. Check them out for the latest information on ticket prices, the best seats, where to stay, and more.