The Formula 1 Gran Premio de la Ciudad de México returns to Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez from 30 October to 1 November 2026, bringing one of the season’s most atmospheric race weekends to the capital. This year the event arrives in the same window as the Día de los Muertos build-up, making it one of the busiest - and most memorable - periods to be in Mexico City.
Race Weekend Schedule
- Friday 30 October – Practice sessions
- Saturday 31 October – Qualifying
- Sunday 1 November – Race (local start time 14:00 CST / 20:00 CET)
The circuit’s sweeping Foro Sol stadium section, where 120,000 fans pack an amphitheatre around the track, creates a noise and atmosphere unlike any other round on the calendar. Altitude (2,240 m / 7,350 ft above sea level) affects both drivers and newcomers to the city - give yourself a day to acclimatise before the race if you can.
Tickets and Entry
General admission and grandstand tickets are available through the official F1 website and the Grand Prix’s own box office. Prices range from around USD 120 for three-day general admission to USD 750+ for premium grandstands. Ticket-only entry does not include transport to the circuit: the Autódromo is served by Metro Line 9 (Ciudad Deportiva station) and dedicated race-day shuttle buses from Insurgentes and other city hubs.
Accommodation and Booking
Hotels within 2–3 km of Reforma and in Polanco and Condesa/Roma fill quickly during grand prix weekend. Rates at mid-range properties in these neighbourhoods can double or triple compared with a normal November weekend. We strongly recommend booking at least two months in advance - if you have not yet confirmed accommodation, do so immediately. Read our where to stay in Mexico City guide for a neighbourhood breakdown.
City in Party Mode
Race weekend overlaps with the public holiday on 1 November and the main Día de los Muertos celebrations on 1–2 November. The capital’s Reforma boulevard typically hosts ofrendas (altars) and cultural events in the days surrounding the holiday, meaning the city is at its most colourful and festive just as the race weekend draws to a close.
If you are staying for a few days on either side of the race, our 3-day Mexico City itinerary covers the essential sights, and our things to do in Mexico City page has current recommendations on tours, markets and food experiences beyond the circuit.
Practical Notes
- Altitude: Stay hydrated, avoid heavy meals on arrival day, and limit alcohol until you have acclimatised.
- Weather: Late October in Mexico City is dry-season shoulder: expect warm afternoons (22–25 °C) and cool evenings.
- Getting around: Uber and the metro are reliable; taxis booked through apps are safer than street hails.
- Airport pressure: Benito Juárez International (MEX) and Felipe Ángeles (NLU) will be busy on departure Sunday evening - allow extra time.