F1 United States
Grand Prix 2026
The world's fastest sport returns to Austin. Three days of racing, live music, and non-stop energy at one of the most beloved events on the entire F1 calendar — and Xenia is your local expert for making every detail count.
2026 Formula 1 Full Season Calendar
The USGP is Round 19 of 24. Planning to attend multiple races this season? View the complete 2026 F1 calendar — all 24 Grands Prix, confirmed dates, sprint weekends, and host cities.
2026 USGP at a Glance
What's Included in Your Package
🏎️ Why COTA Is One of F1's Best Venues
Circuit of The Americas has been F1's American home since 2012 — and it's earned its reputation as one of the most fan-friendly, electrifying venues on the entire calendar. Challenging corners, massive elevation changes, and an atmosphere unlike anywhere else in motorsport.
2026 Race Weekend Schedule
- Practice 1 — first cars on track
- Practice 2 — teams gather data
- Grounds & grandstands open to fans
- Live music begins on COTA stages
- Best day for paddock exploration
- Driver parade and pre-race ceremonies
- Race start: 3:00 PM CT
- 56 laps around the 3.4-mile circuit
- Podium ceremony and trophy presentation
- Post-race concerts and celebrations
Your COTA Weekend Experience
On-Track Access
- Grandstand seating with clear sightlines
- Paddock Club hospitality — closest to the action
- Pit lane walk (available with select packages)
- Turn 1 grandstand — best elevation views
- Main grandstand — in-seat food and drink service
Off-Track Austin
- Franklin Barbecue, Terry Black's, and top Austin BBQ
- Tex-Mex and tacos across South Austin
- 6th Street and Rainey Street nightlife
- South Congress boutiques and restaurants
- Barton Springs Pool — perfect post-race cooldown
Logistics Made Easy
- Private vehicles to/from COTA each day
- No rideshare surge pricing on race weekend
- Hotel perfectly positioned for access and nightlife
- Pre-planned daily timelines so nothing is rushed
- Austin-based team available throughout the weekend
🤠 Austin: The Perfect F1 City
We're Austin-based — and that's a genuine advantage. We know which hotels to book, which restaurants to reserve months out, and how to navigate COTA weekend logistics without the stress. F1 in Austin isn't just a race — it's the best weekend of the year in one of America's best cities.
Ready to Experience F1 in Austin?
COTA tickets and downtown Austin hotels move fast once the season kicks in. Contact us now for 2026 package availability, seating options, and custom itineraries built around your group and budget. As Austin locals, we'll make this the best race weekend you've ever had.