2026 São Paulo Grand Prix
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F1 is ready for its annual visit to Brazil. Make sure you’re also ready with our essential guide to attending the 2026 São Paulo Grand Prix at Interlagos on 6-8 November.
Unpredictable weather, exciting wheel-to-wheel racing and some of the most passionate fans on the F1 calendar. Welcome to the São Paulo Grand Prix!
Interlagos has been the sole host of Formula 1 in Brazil since 1990. While Ayrton Senna had ignited motorsport passion among Brazilians ahead of the track’s return to the calendar, Gabriel Bortoleto has taken on the mantle as Sao Paulo’s latest home F1 star. Attendance has been on the rise in recent years at the ever-popular Interlagos track, with the 3-day figure passing the 300,000 mark for Bortoleto’s debut in 2025.
The final tickets for the 2026 São Paulo Grand Prix are available via Grand Prix Events. Get general access to the field area of the Heineken Village or watch all the action from Grandstand B. Click the link below to secure your last-minute access.
Accessing the Circuit
- Location Map: Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace (Interlagos)
- Public Transport: The cheapest and easiest way to get to the track is to use Sao Paulo’s metro system. Special express trains run to Interlagos on race weekend and are recommended. You can take an express train from Villa-Lobos Jaguaré, Pinheiros or Morumbi-Claro. You will alight at the Cidade Dutra metro station near the circuit. Get more information and buy tickets for the GPSP F1 Express Trains via this link
- Driving & Parking: Poor driving standards, regular traffic jams and limited parking mean we do not recommend driving yourself to the track. Uber (Comfort or Black) is a reliable way to get to the circuit in the morning, but it can be hard to find a driver at the end of the day and traffic around the circuit is notoriously congested - consider taking the express train home from Interlagos.
- Entrance Gates & Opening Times: Circuit gates open at 08:00 daily. Eight entry gates provide access to Interlagos. Readmissions are not allowed at the Interlagos circuit.
- Circuit Zones The Interlagos track is divided into separate zones. It is not possible to walk between different zones. Each area has its own entrance gate, plus merchandise stalls and food and drink concessions. Check where your viewing area is located and make sure to use the correct entrance gate for your zone.
F1 Paddock Club at the 2026 São Paulo Grand Prix
The Paddock Club at Interlagos is located above the team garages on the start-finish straight, stretching from the pit entry to the pit exit and Turn 1.
- Finding the Paddock Club, Parking & Shuttles: If you’ve purchased parking for the Paddock Club, you will find the Paddock Club parking lot on the circuit’s infield. When approaching the circuit (Autódromo José Carlos Pace), follow signs on Avenida Interlagos and enter via Gate 8. Be sure to display the correct parking pass for each day, and to have your Paddock Club credentials. The parking lot is a short walk from the entrance of the Paddock Club, and shuttles are not provided. If you decide to take a taxi or Uber to the circuit, the drop off point is next to Gate 8 on Avenida Interlagos. At the end of the day, the pick up point for taxis and Uber is further along Avenida Interlagos next to Gate A. View the map and get more information here.
- Paddock Club Map:: Entry to the Paddock Club is via the Club Lounge on the ground floor in the middle of the Paddock building. Additional Club Lounges (open to all guests of the Paddock Club) are located on the ground floor at both ends of the Paddock building. The majority of private suites, as well as the Global Partners Suite and Club Suite, are located on the first floor (second level). Check the suite map here.
- Paddock Club Schedule: See the opening and closing times for the Paddock Club in Brazil, as well as the daily pit lane walks and track tours. The Paddock Club opening hours are from 10:00-18:00 on Friday and Saturday, and from 08:45-17:00 on Sunday. Download here.
- F1 Paddock Club App: We recommend downloading the official app for the guest guide and latest trackside updates. You will also need the app in order to enter the daily ballot for track tours. Download here: Apple / Google Play
F1 Experiences at the 2026 São Paulo Grand Prix
F1 Experiences offers grandstand and hospitality packages at Interlagos , including exclusive access to an invitation-only live event, hospitality in the Champions Club, F1 Experiences Lounge and F1 Paddock Club access. See currently available packages.
you’ve already purchased a ticket package for the 2026 São Paulo Grand Prix, you can find frequently asked questions, along with all the need-to-know information on the Guest Information Page.
2026 São Paulo Grand Prix Weekend Schedule
In addition to the F1 action, there are three support series racing at the Brazilian Grand Prix this year. The F4 Brazilian Championship will host three races across the weekend, while the Porsche Carrera Cup Brazil and the Porsche Sprint Challenge Brazil will each race twice.
The local F1 times for this year’s Brazilian Grand Prix are listed below. The full on-track timetable is available here.
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Friday, 6 November
- 11:30-12:30: Free Practice 3
- 15:00-16:00: Qualifying
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Saturday, 7 November
- 11:30-12:30: Free Practice 3
- 15:00-16:00: Qualifying
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Sunday, 8 November
- 14:00-16:00: Formula 1 MSC Cruises Grande Prêmio De São Paulo 2026 (71 laps or 120 minutes)
Trackside Entertainment at the 2026 São Paulo Grand Prix
- Fan Zone: The Fan Zone is located behind Grandstand G, which can be accessed by fans with tickets in Granstands G, H, K, N and R, plus the Porto Bank Grandstand. Fans in other locations require a separate ticket. Drivers usually make appearances on the main stage on Friday and Saturday morning.
- Food & Drink: There are food and drink stalls in each spectator zone at the track. You’ll need a Cashless Consumer Card in order to make purchases. Fans are permitted to bring three items of food with them into the circuit, which must be sealed in their original packaging. Bottles and cans are prohibited.
- Payment: Interlagos is a cashless venue - you’ll need a Cashless Consumer Card, which can be topped up using a debit or credit card, to make purchases trackside.
- Trackside Concerts: There are no big name trackside concerts at the São Paulo Grand Prix, but local acts and DJs perform on stage in the Fan Zone.
Elevate your weekend at the 2026 São Paulo Grand Prix
Get the most from your experience at the 2026 São Paulo Grand Prix with our tips!
- Pit lane walk: - There is no public pit lane walk at the São Paulo Grand Prix. Selected guests of F1 Experiences can enjoy a pit lane walk on Thursday or Friday, while those with Paddock Club tickets can take part in daily pit lane walks across the weekend.
- Grandstand Seating: - Some of the grandstand seats at Interlagos are not the most comfortable - bring a small cushion for comfort.
- Weather - The weather at Interlagos is famously unpredictable. Be sure to pack your waterproofs, but also have sunscreen at the ready if warmer weather is forecast!
Please Note: This information is correct at the time of publishing and subject to change. We are not responsible for any inaccurate information displayed. For up to date information about attending the event, please visit the race promoter website.