The Formula 1 circus rolls into Montreal for the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix. Find out when and how to catch all the action from Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve.
The Formula 1 caravan lands in Montreal this May for the fifth round of the 2026 season at the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve. As McLaren looks to build on a strong Miami showing, fans are keen to see how the action unfolds in Canada. Here’s what you need to know to catch every moment of this Grand Prix weekend.
The track activities kick off on Friday, May 22, with Free Practice 1 at 12:30 PM local time. Teams have a precious hour to fine-tune their setups before Sprint Qualifying at 4:30 PM. Saturday, May 23, sees the Sprint at noon, followed by the main Qualifying session at 4:00 PM. The Grand Prix itself revs up on Sunday, May 24, at 4:00 PM, with 70 laps of racing excitement set to unfold.
F1 TV Pro offers live coverage of every session, available in select countries. With features like onboard cameras for all 22 drivers and both pre- and post-race shows, this service brings fans closer to the action. Stream it on Apple TV, Chromecast, Android TV, and more. Commentary is available in six languages, and the service is ad-free. Alternatively, F1 TV Premium provides 4K Ultra HD streaming and a Multiview feature, letting you choose from 26 different feeds.
For those who prefer live timing, F1.com and the F1 app offer detailed session updates throughout the weekend.
The Canadian Grand Prix takes place at the scenic Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve, located on Notre Dame Island in the St. Lawrence River. Since its debut in 1978, the track has been a staple in the F1 calendar, offering thrilling races with its unique layout. Last season, George Russell secured a memorable victory here for Mercedes, edging out Max Verstappen, while a late-race skirmish between McLaren drivers added drama to the event.
Montreal's weather is set to be a mix of clouds and sunshine, with temperatures in the low 20s. However, there’s a chance of light rain on Saturday and Sunday, which could spice up the strategies and decisions for teams and drivers alike.
The F2 and F1 Academy series add to the weekend’s excitement. F2 kicks off with its Free Practice at 10:05 AM on Friday, followed by Qualifying at 2:00 PM. The F2 Sprint Race is on Saturday at 2:10 PM, with the Feature Race on Sunday at 12:05 PM. In the F1 Academy, Audi's Emma Felbermayr will be looking to maintain her lead in the standings. The Academy's expanded three-race format starts with the Opening Race on Saturday at 9:45 AM, followed by the Reverse Grid Race at 6:05 PM. The Feature Race wraps things up on Sunday at 10:45 AM.
If you’re planning to watch from home or lucky enough to be trackside, the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix promises to deliver excitement as the season heats up.