2026 Formula 1 Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix: Dates, Times, and How to Watch

Formula 1 returns to the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya this weekend for the seventh round of the 2026 season. Here's a comprehensive guide to the race weekend, including timings and how to watch the action.

Race Timings

The race weekend will take place from Friday, June 12 to Sunday, June 14. Here are the key timings for the event:

Free Practice 1: 13:30 local time on Friday, June 12
Free Practice 2: 17:00 on Friday, June 12
Free Practice 3: 12:30 on Saturday, June 13
Qualifying: 16:00 on Saturday, June 13
Grand Prix: 15:00 on Sunday, June 14

For global start times, refer to the provided image for the exact timings in your local region.

How to Watch the 2026 Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix

Formula 1 fans can enjoy live coverage of the race weekend through multiple platforms:

F1 TV Pro: Available in selected countries, this platform offers exclusive features like onboard cameras on all 22 drivers' cars, as well as access to the Pre-Race and Post-Race Shows. It is ad-free and available with commentary in six languages.
F1 TV Premium: A premium service that allows fans to watch races in 4K Ultra HD/HDR on up to six devices. It also features a personalized Multiview option on select devices, with 26 different feeds to choose from.
Live Timing: Available on F1.com and the F1 app, live timing will be accessible during all sessions of the Grand Prix weekend.

These platforms also provide live coverage of F2, F3, F1 ACADEMY, and Porsche Supercup sessions during the event.

Event Highlights and Weather Forecast

The Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya has been a staple on the F1 calendar since 1991. This year, it will be known as the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, following a name change from the Spanish Grand Prix, which will now be held in Madrid later this season. Michael Schumacher and Lewis Hamilton are the most successful drivers at the track, each with six wins.

The weather forecast for the event is promising, with clear skies and sunny conditions expected from Friday to Sunday. The maximum temperature is predicted to be 27°C on Saturday and Sunday, with no rain expected at any point during the weekend.

Support Races: F2 and F3

Alongside the main event, fans can also enjoy the F2 and F3 races throughout the weekend:

F2 Free Practice: 11:05 on Friday, June 12
F2 Qualifying: 15:55 on Friday, June 12
F2 Sprint Race: 14:15 on Saturday, June 13
F2 Feature Race: 11:25 on Sunday, June 14
F3 Free Practice: 09:55 on Friday, June 12
F3 Qualifying: 15:00 on Friday, June 12
F3 Sprint Race: 10:05 on Saturday, June 13
F3 Feature Race: 08:40 on Sunday, June 14

These support races add an extra layer of excitement to the Grand Prix weekend, with the F2 and F3 series providing thrilling action for fans of all ages.

As the Formula 1 season progresses, the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix will be a crucial event in the Drivers' Championship, with Kimi Antonelli having secured a significant lead after his victory in Monaco. Fans will be watching closely to see how the battle for the title unfolds in the coming races.