Date, schedule and tickets for the 2026 Monaco F1 Grand Prix
David Chelly, January 21, 2026
From June 4 to 7, 2026, Formula 1 returns to the streets of the Principality for the Formula 1 Louis Vuitton Grand Prix de Monaco. A legendary fixture on the calendar, Monaco stands out for its narrow street circuit, ever-present barriers, and low average speed, where precision matters more than risk-taking.
The Monaco Grand Prix has existed since 1929 and is still organized by the Automobile Club de Monaco, which also runs the Monte Carlo Rally. In 2026, the event runs over four days, with a busy schedule of entertainment and support races before Sunday's main event.
2026 dates and schedule
The official dates run from Thursday, June 4 to Sunday, June 7, 2026. The Formula 1 sessions are concentrated in the heart of the weekend, with free practice on Friday, June 5, qualifying on Saturday, June 6, and the race on Sunday, June 7.
Tickets and prices
Official tickets go through the Automobile Club de Monaco. Grandstand prices are structured by day, starting from €30 on Thursday, then €175 on Friday, before a sharp rise on Saturday and especially Sunday depending on location. For example, Grandstand A (Sainte-Dévote) is listed at €450 on Saturday and €950 on Sunday, while premium areas such as B-GOLD rise to €650 on Saturday and €1,150 on Sunday.
Official packages are offered over two days (Saturday and Sunday) and three days (Friday to Sunday). Depending on the grandstand, the 2-day package ranges from €855 to €1,620, and the 3-day package from €1,015 to €1,780.
For more accessible budgets, unnumbered standing areas remain the cheapest entry on the key days, with, for example, Le Rocher at €45 on Friday, €75 on Saturday and €130 on Sunday, and Zone Z at €65, €110 and €230 on the same days.
Where to sit for the best view
For a "race day" atmosphere and clear sightlines, grandstands near the pit exit and the port generally offer the best vantage points. The K grandstands run along Quai Albert Ier, right at the heart of the port activity, while the covered T grandstand is popular for the view of the pit lane action and reading the strategic side of the race. If the goal is watching braking zones and mistakes, Sainte-Dévote (Grandstand A) remains a safe bet, and the Piscine section is prized for the speed and constant flow of cars.
How to watch the Grand Prix for free
Access to the circuit and direct viewing areas is largely paid. However, there are some elevated spots outside the controlled zones that sometimes allow a glimpse of part of the track, with no guarantee of visibility or comfort. Note also that official children's rates (ages 6 to 15) include free grandstand access on Thursday, which can be an appealing option for a first taste of the event, provided you plan ahead for pickup and access requirements.
2025 Monaco Grand Prix winner
The 2025 Monaco Grand Prix was won by Lando Norris (McLaren), ahead of Charles Leclerc and Oscar Piastri.