The 2026 F1 Calendar: Planning Corporate Hospitality Race by Race

Calendar checked 15 October 2026. Dates, session times and hospitality availability can change, so confirm current details before you commit guests.

In short: the 2026 Formula 1 season has 23 Grand Prix weekends across 20 countries. Six remain, from Austin on 23–25 October to the Abu Dhabi finale on 4–6 December. The right race for corporate hospitality is the one that suits the people you are hosting, not simply the most famous one. This guide walks through the calendar and how to choose.

The 2026 Formula 1 calendar at a glance

The season was planned with 24 rounds. The April races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia were cancelled, and the Bahrain Grand Prix was later held at Sepang in Malaysia on 2–4 October. Saudi Arabia was not replaced, which leaves 23 weekends, six of them with a Sprint.

Still to come in 2026

• United States Grand Prix, Austin: 23–25 October, Circuit of the Americas
• Mexico City Grand Prix: 30 October–1 November, Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez
• São Paulo Grand Prix: 6–8 November, Interlagos
• Las Vegas Grand Prix: 19–21 November, Las Vegas Strip Circuit
• Qatar Grand Prix: 27–29 November, Lusail International Circuit
• Abu Dhabi Grand Prix: 4–6 December, Yas Marina Circuit

Earlier in the season

Melbourne (6–8 March), Shanghai (13–15 March, Sprint), Suzuka (27–29 March), Miami (1–3 May, Sprint), Montréal (22–24 May, Sprint), Monaco (5–7 June), Barcelona (12–14 June), Spielberg (26–28 June), Silverstone (3–5 July, Sprint), Spa-Francorchamps (17–19 July), Budapest (24–26 July), Zandvoort (21–23 August, Sprint), Monza (4–6 September), Madrid (11–13 September), Baku (24–26 September), Sepang (2–4 October) and Singapore (9–11 October, Sprint).

For the full calendar, filterable by region, see AIOKA's Grand Prix hospitality calendar.

Choose the race around the people you are hosting

A Grand Prix should not be chosen only because it is famous. The right race depends on who is travelling, the relationship you want to strengthen and the kind of experience that will feel natural to your guests.

For one company that may mean a private harbour setting in Monaco. For another it is a night-race programme in Singapore, a high-energy client weekend in Las Vegas, or the season finale in Abu Dhabi. Strong corporate programmes start with the guest and the commercial objective, then choose the destination and the hospitality format.

Four ways to frame the decision

• Clients and senior executives: prioritise privacy, conversation and service. Choose a setting where guests can move easily between race viewing, dining and quieter hosted moments.
• Brand activation and visibility: look beyond the seat. City races and private venues leave room for branded hospitality, content and product moments.
• International groups: plan the whole journey. Hotel location, transfers, dining and flight patterns shape the weekend long before race day.
• Multi-race programmes: match races to markets and accounts, so each Grand Prix serves a different client group rather than one event serving every objective.

Hospitality formats differ by circuit

Hospitality is not one standard product across the calendar. What is available depends on the circuit, inventory, guest numbers and how much privacy or customisation you need.

• Private trackside suites: a dedicated hosted space with circuit views and a guest journey you control.
• Premium shared hospitality: a premium setting for smaller executive or client groups who do not need a full suite.
• Superyacht hospitality: at harbour races such as Monaco and Abu Dhabi, where the yacht itself becomes part of the experience.
• Brand and culinary experiences: considered dining, guest engagement and environment design that reflect the host brand.

Not every format is available at every circuit. AIOKA's F1 corporate hospitality page explains each option in more detail.

The guest journey is the hospitality

Guests rarely remember a race weekend as a list of bookings. They remember whether it felt considered: the arrival, the welcome, the pace of the programme, the dining, the people they met and how easily the weekend moved from one moment to the next.

That is why AIOKA plans a Grand Prix as one corporate experience. Where needed, hospitality is arranged alongside accommodation, dining, entertainment, branding and guest logistics, so the weekend feels coherent rather than assembled.

From business brief to race weekend

1. Define the objective: client retention, executive hosting, partner engagement, employee recognition or brand activation each need a different programme.
2. Profile the guests: numbers, seniority, interests, travel origins, dietary needs and privacy expectations all shape the race and format.
3. Select the race: choose the Grand Prix that works commercially and logistically, not just the highest-profile one.
4. Design the journey: bring hospitality, dining, branding, accommodation and transfers into one guest-facing plan.
5. Host and follow through: on-site delivery matters, and so does the relationship after the weekend.

Common questions from corporate hosts

Which Grand Prix is best for corporate hospitality?

There is no single best race. It depends on your guests, objective, travel requirements, preferred atmosphere, availability and budget. A private executive group may value privacy and conversation, while a brand activation may suit a high-energy destination with strong event infrastructure.

Is it too late to host at a 2026 race?

For the remaining races, availability is tighter and varies by venue. Abu Dhabi and Las Vegas are popular choices for late-season hosting. Ask for options for your exact guest count and dates, and get the venue and access confirmed in writing.

How early should we plan for 2027?

Earlier planning gives more choice, especially for high-demand races, larger groups and private spaces. For 2027, start your brief several months ahead of the race you have in mind.

Can a programme include branding and dining?

Depending on the venue and format, programmes can include branded environments, guest engagement, curated dining and other experiences. What is possible depends on event rules, space, supplier permissions and availability.

How AIOKA can help

AIOKA was founded in Abu Dhabi in 2012 and plans Formula 1 corporate hospitality at race weekends worldwide, from trackside suites and superyachts to chef-led dining, branded environments and guest logistics.

To start, send AIOKA a short brief: the race or market you are considering, approximate guest numbers, the business objective, and any needs around privacy, dining, branding or accommodation.

AIOKA is an independent hospitality and experience company. It is not Formula 1, the FIA or a race promoter. Event dates, hospitality, access and related services are subject to the official calendar, event rules, availability and supplier confirmation.