When Is the Next Formula 1 Race? Your Quick Guide to Dates, Times & Viewing

If you’re a F1 fan, the first question after a race ends is always the same – when’s the next one? The good news is the schedule is public, and you can get the date, start time and broadcast details in under a minute.

Check the Official F1 Calendar

The Formula 1 website publishes a full season calendar months in advance. It lists every Grand Prix, the host country, the circuit and the exact weekend dates. Look for the next race entry – it will usually be a Friday‑Saturday‑Sunday block. The Sunday race is the one that matters most for viewers.

When you open the calendar, you’ll see the race name (e.g., "British Grand Prix"), the circuit (Silverstone), and the local start time. That time is given in the host country’s time zone, so you’ll need to convert it to your own time zone.

Most browsers or smartphones can do the conversion automatically if you add the event to your calendar. Just click “Add to Calendar” and the app will adjust the time for you.

How to Catch the Live Broadcast

Once you know the start time, figure out where it’s shown in your region. In the UK, the official broadcaster is usually Sky Sports F1, with a free‑to‑air highlight on Channel 4 later in the day. In the US, ESPN holds the rights, and they stream on ESPN+ for a small monthly fee.

If you don’t have a pay‑TV subscription, you can still watch the race on a free streaming service that carries the channel, or use a short‑term trial. Many platforms also offer a replay a few hours after the live event, so you can catch up if the start time is inconvenient.

For ultimate flexibility, use the official F1 app. It provides live timing, on‑board cameras and a text‑only broadcast that works on slow connections. Even if you can’t watch the video, the live timing feed shows lap times, positions and sector speeds in real time.

Pro tip: set a reminder on your phone for the race start. Most calendar apps let you add an alert 15 minutes before the event, so you won’t miss the green light.

Now you’ve got the basics covered – check the calendar, convert the time, pick a broadcast option, and set a reminder. You’ll be ready for the next Grand Prix without scrambling for info at the last minute.

Happy racing! Stay tuned, share the excitement with friends, and keep an eye on the official F1 news feed for any schedule changes due to weather or other factors.