Las Vegas Grand Prix 2026: Full F1 schedule, UK start times and how to watch on TV

F1 heads to the bright lights of the Las Vegas Grand Prix for the next stop on the 2026 calendar.

For UK viewers, it means another weekend of late nights and early starts, with the race itself beginning at 4am GMT on Sunday November 22.

The event kicks off the final triple-header of the season, with Qatar and Abu Dhabi following swiftly afterwards to close out the 2026 season.

Here is everything you need to know about the Las Vegas Grand Prix, including the full weekend schedule, UK session times, qualifying details and how to watch every session live on television.

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When is the next F1 race? Las Vegas Grand Prix date

Although the event is staged across Thursday, Friday and Saturday in Las Vegas, the time difference means UK viewers will see the sessions on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

The Las Vegas Grand Prix takes place on Saturday evening locally, November 21, but the race starts at 4am GMT on Sunday, November 22.

Las Vegas is eight hours behind the UK in November, making it particularly important for fans to check the UK dates rather than relying on the local event timetable.

Las Vegas Grand Prix 2026: Full weekend schedule and UK start times

There are three practice sessions (this is NOT a Sprint weekend), followed by qualifying on Friday evening in Las Vegas and the Grand Prix itself on Saturday night.

Here is the full timetable converted into UK time (GMT):

F1 Las Vegas GP 2026: UK schedule

All times are GMT. The schedule is subject to change.

What time is Las Vegas Grand Prix qualifying?

Qualifying for the 2026 Las Vegas Grand Prix takes place at 4am GMT on Saturday, November 21.

That means another early start for British fans, with the session determining the starting grid.

The three-part qualifying session will be broadcast live on Sky Sports F1, with coverage beginning ahead of the 4am start.

What time does the Las Vegas Grand Prix start?

The 2026 Las Vegas Grand Prix starts at 4am GMT on Sunday, November 22.

The race takes place on Saturday evening in Nevada, with lights out scheduled for 8pm local time.

The Grand Prix is scheduled to cover 50 laps of the Las Vegas Strip Circuit, giving drivers a total race distance of 309.958 kilometres (192.6 miles).

For UK viewers, Sky Sports' build-up begins at 2.30am, giving fans 90 minutes of pre-race coverage before the lights go out.

How to watch the Las Vegas Grand Prix on TV in the UK

Sky Sports F1 is the home of live Formula 1 coverage in the UK, and the Las Vegas Grand Prix weekend will be no different.

Every Formula 1 practice session, qualifying and the Grand Prix itself will be available live on Sky Sports F1.

Sky Sports Main Event will also carry selected coverage across the weekend.

There are several ways to follow the action:

Sky Sports subscribers can also use the Sky Sports app to watch the action on mobile devices, with additional onboard camera options available.

For viewers without a Sky subscription, NOW offers a way to stream Sky Sports without committing to a traditional television contract.

Channel 4 will provide free-to-air highlights, although the Las Vegas Grand Prix will not be available live on the channel. The British Grand Prix is the only live free-to-air race on Channel 4's 2026 F1 schedule.

Sky Sports F1: Las Vegas GP television schedule

Here are the key UK broadcast times for the weekend.

Where is the Las Vegas Grand Prix held?

The Las Vegas Grand Prix takes place on the Las Vegas Strip Circuit, a spectacular street track that takes Formula 1 through the heart of the Nevada entertainment capital.

First introduced to the F1 calendar in 2023, the circuit has quickly become one of the championship's most recognisable venues.

The 6.201-kilometre layout features 17 corners and takes in some of Las Vegas' most famous landmarks, including the Bellagio fountains, Caesars Palace and the Venetian.

Its long straights and high-speed sections create plenty of overtaking opportunities, while the night-time setting provides a distinctive backdrop for the race.

What comes after the Las Vegas Grand Prix?

Las Vegas opens the final triple-header of the 2026 Formula 1 season.

Following the race in Nevada, the championship heads to the Middle East for the Qatar and Abu Dhabi Grands Prix.

The remaining calendar is:

Las Vegas Grand Prix 2026: Key information at a glance

• Next race: Yes, Las Vegas is the next race on the 2026 F1 calendar.
• Race weekend: November 19-21, 2026.
• Qualifying: Saturday, November 21, at 4am GMT.
• Race: Sunday, November 22, at 4am GMT.
• Circuit: Las Vegas Strip Circuit.
• Race distance: 50 laps.
• Live UK TV: Sky Sports F1.
• Streaming: Sky Go and NOW.
• Free highlights: Channel 4.

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