Monaco Grand Prix starts tomorrow: everything you need to know
The Formula 1 Louis Vuitton Grand Prix de Monaco gets underway tomorrow, bringing four days of racing, fan activities, driver appearances and major traffic changes across the Principality.
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From Thursday 4 to Sunday 7 June, Monaco will once again become the centre of the motorsport world as the Formula 1 Louis Vuitton Grand Prix de Monaco 2026 takes over the streets of the Principality.
With Formula 1, Formula 2, Formula 3 and the Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup all on the programme, alongside fan activities, driver appearances and charity events, Monaco is preparing for its busiest and most exciting weekend of the year.
Formula 1 returns to Monaco
The Monaco Grand Prix remains one of the most prestigious races in world motorsport and the sixth round of the 2026 Formula 1 World Championship.
This year's race arrives with plenty of intrigue.
Mercedes teammates Kimi Antonelli and George Russell continue their championship battle, while McLaren, Ferrari and Red Bull will all be hoping to challenge for victory on the narrow streets of Monte-Carlo.
Monégasque driver Charles Leclerc will once again be one of the weekend's main attractions as he looks to deliver another memorable result in front of his home crowd.
The FIA has also confirmed that active aerodynamics will not be used in Monaco this year, with teams relying on traditional high-downforce setups to tackle the unique street circuit.
More than Formula 1
The action begins before the Formula 1 cars even hit the track.
On Wednesday 3 June, the Racing Stars Football Cup returns to Stade Louis-II, bringing together Formula 1 drivers, motorsport stars, celebrities and football legends in a charity match supporting Mercy Ships and Les Soins de l'Espoir.
The weekend itself will feature four championships on track:
- Formula 1
- Formula 2
- Formula 3
- Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup
These support categories often provide some of the most exciting racing of the weekend as future Formula 1 stars battle for victories and championship points.
MGP Live Fanzone and free activities
One of the highlights away from the circuit is the MGP Live Fanzone at Place d'Armes in La Condamine.
Open from Thursday through Sunday, the fan zone offers free access and a packed programme of entertainment, including:
- Driver interviews and appearances
- Racing simulators
- Live music and concerts
- Official merchandise stores
- Giant screens showing all track sessions live
Among the drivers expected to appear during the weekend are Charles Leclerc, Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen, Kimi Antonelli, George Russell, Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri, Carlos Sainz and Pierre Gasly.
Former Formula 1 champions and personalities including Mika Häkkinen, Damon Hill and David Coulthard will also take part in fan zone events.
Key sessions to watch
Thursday 4 June
The weekend begins with practice sessions for Formula 3, Formula 2 and the Porsche Supercup, alongside the opening of the fan zone.
Friday 5 June
Formula 1 takes centre stage with:
- Free Practice 1: 1.30pm
- Free Practice 2: 5pm
Saturday 6 June
A crucial day in Monaco, where qualifying often determines the race winner:
- Free Practice 3: 12.30pm
- Formula 1 Qualifying: 4pm
Sunday 7 June
Race day includes:
- Formula 3 Feature Race
- Formula 2 Feature Race
- Porsche Supercup Race
- Drivers' Parade: 1pm
- Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix: 3pm
The race will cover 78 laps around the iconic 3.337km circuit.
Getting around Monaco
Visitors are strongly encouraged to plan ahead.
Many roads around the circuit will be closed throughout the weekend, including sections of:
- Boulevard Albert Ier
- Avenue de Monte-Carlo
- Place du Casino
- Avenue d'Ostende
- Route de la Piscine
- Quai Albert Ier
- Boulevard Louis II
- Avenue Princesse Grace
Some pedestrian areas around the circuit will only be accessible with a valid ticket or accreditation.
To help ease congestion, Monaco's bus network will be free from 1 to 8 June, with additional services operating throughout Grand Prix week.
Train travel remains one of the easiest ways to reach Monaco, while motorists are encouraged to use the Parking des Salines at the western entrance to the Principality.
The facility offers nearly 1,800 spaces and a special Grand Prix rate of €10 per day.
With world championship battles, packed grandstands, celebrity appearances and four days of non-stop action, Monaco is once again ready to host one of the most iconic events in sport.