Formula 1 heads to the Las Vegas Strip for the 2026 Las Vegas Grand Prix. Here is when the race starts in India, how the weekend is laid out and where Indian fans can watch every session.
Las Vegas Grand Prix 2026 schedule
The race weekend runs from 19 to 21 November 2026. Unlike most Grands Prix, the race is held on Saturday night. The lights go out at 8 pm local time on Saturday, 21 November.
Race time in India (IST)
Las Vegas is 13.5 hours behind India in November. The 8 pm Saturday start therefore falls at about 9:30 am IST on Sunday, 22 November. Practice and qualifying sessions will also fall in the early hours or morning in India, so check the official F1 timetable for the exact time of each session.
Where to watch the F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix in India
FanCode is the streaming home of Formula 1 in India, with live coverage of all sessions including practice, qualifying and the race. Open the FanCode app or website on race day, and check whether you need a pass or subscription for the weekend. It is worth logging in a day early so that nothing delays you when the session begins.
Why the Las Vegas race is different
The circuit runs along the famous Strip, with long straights and slow corners. The race takes place at night, and cooler track temperatures can make it harder for drivers to get heat into their tyres. That often creates unpredictable racing and puts extra weight on strategy calls.
How to plan your race weekend
With a 9:30 am IST start, the race ends in the late morning on Sunday, so it fits easily into a weekend plan. Fans who cannot watch live can follow timing and results on the official Formula 1 website and app, and catch up on highlights afterwards. Practice and qualifying times in India will differ, so note them down once the official timetable is confirmed.
What to watch for
Keep an eye on tyre management, safety car timing and the championship battle as the season nears its end. Qualifying matters on a street circuit, because overtaking can be harder when cars are stuck in traffic. Follow the official Formula 1 website for any timetable changes.
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