2026 Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix | Automotive Experience
Open-Wheel Racing
2026 Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix
Lusail, Qatar2026-11-27 to 2026-11-29
About This Event
F1's fourth full-night race on the calendar, held under floodlights at the 5.4km Lusail International Circuit since 2023. A flowing clockwise layout prioritising medium- and high-speed corners through 16 turns, with artificial grass surrounding the track to prevent desert sand encroachment.
What to Expect
Formula 2 Championship and Porsche Carrera Cup support races add depth to the weekend
One-kilometre main straight delivers heavy overtaking into Turn 1
Most overtaking concentrated through Turns 1 to 4 where drivers commit hard
Lusail Hill elevated viewing area overlooks Turn 1 action
All tickets include shuttle buses between Lusail Metro Station and circuit
Best Way to Experience It
T2 Grandstand corner-entry side watches cars funnel from Turn 1 into Turn 2
Light jumper or scarf recommended for cooler night conditions once sun drops
Paddock Club hospitality includes pit lane walks and guided track tours
Good to Know
Best access from Doha via taxi or Uber
Children two and under enter free but receive no seat
Free parking available outside circuit
Desert nights cool dramatically; wear light layers with jacket on hand
Food and drink prohibited except baby food
Is This Event Right For You?
Best fit if you enjoy night racing — fourth full-night race on Formula 1 calendar alongside Singapore, Bahrain, Sakhir, entire 57-lap distance runs under floodlighting after sunset, spectator experience emphasizes illuminated track atmosphere.
Best fit if you value championship finales — penultimate round before Abu Dhabi season closer, triple-header finale sequence through Las Vegas-Qatar-Abu Dhabi, title-deciding stakes possible with points still available across final rounds.
Best fit if you like flowing circuit layouts — 5.4km Lusail layout prioritizes sweeping medium- and high-speed corners over tight hairpins, 1.068km main straight allows full-throttle runs, clockwise direction avoids heavy braking zones.
Not ideal if you prefer temperate climates — November desert environment means 29°C daytime temperatures with minimal natural shade, outdoor grandstands exposed through three-day weekend, warm conditions persist despite evening race start.
