Countries
Saudi Arabian GP 2026
19
Apr
Date
19 Apr (Sunday)
Time
Sun, 8:00 PM
Venue
Jeddah Corniche Circuit, طريق الكورنيش،
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
📝 Useful Information
The 2026 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, originally scheduled for April 17–19 in Jeddah, has been officially cancelled. Formula 1 and the FIA announced the decision on March 14, 2026, citing the ongoing regional conflict in the Middle East.
The Official Saudi Arabian GP Support Page has issued the following guidance:
Before the cancellation, the event was set to be a major "sun-soaked festival" featuring:
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Event Status and Cancellations
Refund Information for Ticket Holders
Original Event Details
•Race Status: Cancelled (no replacement event will be held).
•Bahrain Grand Prix: Also cancelled, as it was part of a planned double-header with Saudi Arabia.
•Support Series: Rounds for Formula 2, Formula 3, and the F1 Academy that were scheduled for these dates are also called off.
•Automatic Refunds: If you purchased through the official website, you do not need to request a refund. It will be processed automatically to your original payment method.
•Processing Time: Refunds typically appear in bank accounts within 10 to 21 working days.
•Authorized Resellers: If you bought tickets through a third party, you must contact that specific platform directly to follow their refund procedures.
•Travel and Hotels: Organizers recommend contacting airlines and hotels immediately, as these third-party arrangements are not covered by the race ticket refund policy.
•Venue: The Jeddah Corniche Circuit, the fastest street track in F1 with 27 corners and top speeds reaching 252 km/h.
•Concerts: Headline performances were confirmed for Shakira, Pitbull, and Tyla.
•Future Plans: While the 2026 race is cancelled, the Saudi Arabian GP remains part of the long-term F1 calendar, with plans to potentially move to a purpose-built track in Qiddiya starting in 2027.
Updated at 18 Mar 2026