Formula One Australian Grand Prix
Love watching Formula 1: Drive to Survive? Feel the need for speed? You'll be thrilled to know that the 2026 F1 season is all set to rev up with our very own Melbourne Grand Prix. It returns to Albert Park from March 6-8 and is the starting point of a gruelling 24 racing weekends over the next ten months.
You might recall that Britain's Lando Norris won the 2025 Formula One championship, defeating McLaren team mate (and Melbourne local) Oscar Piastri and four-time world champion Max Verstappen in the process.
The biggest change in 2026? A complete overhaul of the technical regulations that will see major changes to the power unit, chassis and aerodynamic rules, which is likely to shake up the pecking order. American manufacturer Cadillac will also join the grid, so there will be 11 teams for the first time since 2016.
There's plenty to do off-track too, with live music, world-class hospitality offerings, fan zones, vintage cars and merch stalls. You can view the full entertainment schedule, including details on four new precincts here.
The Albert Park stage is set for a season opener like no other. With more than 465,000 people attending last year's F1 Australian Grand Prix, it's best you get in on the action now. Limited tickets are still available, so if you want to experience the high-octane action you'll need to snap up a ticket via the website.
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