2026 Formula 1 United States Grand Prix: Date, Venue and Free Live Stream Details

The 2026 Formula 1 United States Grand Prix has been officially confirmed for the first week of October, with the race weekend set for 7‑9 October at the newly built Las Vegas Grand Prix circuit. Per the announcement from Formula 1’s official website, the event will be held on the 5.5‑kilometre, 17‑turn track that opened in 2023, and will feature the full Saturday‑Sunday race format that has become standard in recent seasons.

In addition to the race schedule, the F1 team has revealed that the live coverage of the weekend will be available for free on a number of official channels. According to the team’s communication, the entire event – from practice sessions to the Sunday race – will be streamed live on the Formula 1 app and on the official Formula 1 YouTube channel. This move is part of the series’ broader strategy to increase accessibility for fans worldwide, and it is a welcome development for Indian viewers who can now watch the action without a subscription.

For Indian fans, the race will be broadcast in Indian Standard Time (IST) with a live commentary feed available on the FanCode platform. The race day, 9 October, will air at 6:30 pm IST, giving viewers a prime‑time slot to follow the action. Fans can also catch the live stream on the Formula 1 app, which is free to download and use across Android and iOS devices. The official F1 YouTube channel will also provide a 24‑hour live feed, ensuring that no part of the weekend is missed.

With the United States Grand Prix firmly back on the calendar, 2026 promises to be an exciting year for F1 in America. The free streaming initiative is expected to broaden the fan base, especially in markets like India where cost can be a barrier to accessing premium sports content. Fans are encouraged to set their alarms and tune in to the free stream to catch every lap, pit stop and podium moment.

Source: Formula 1 Official Website