- The next race is the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort on 23 August — the final Formula 1 race ever held there, with a sprint race added for the occasion.
- The Malaysia-hosted Bahrain Grand Prix (Sepang, 2–4 October) and the Singapore Grand Prix (9–11 October) both share the Philippines’ UTC+8 offset — easy viewing, back to back.
2026 F1 schedule in Philippine time (PHT)
Today’s date falls right after Round 11, the Hungarian Grand Prix on 26 July — 12 of the 23 rounds are still to come. The table above breaks out every remaining round by date, PHT time, and viewing convenience, but a few of them carry extra context worth calling out.
The Bahrain Grand Prix’s move to Malaysia: a trip Filipino fans can easily make
The 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix was originally scheduled for the Bahrain International Circuit in April, then postponed after the region’s security situation earlier in the year.
Formula 1 and the FIA confirmed on 26 July that the race will instead run at the Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia from 2–4 October, under an agreement between Formula 1, the FIA, and the governments of Bahrain and Malaysia.
For Filipino fans, this is about as easy as a trackside F1 weekend gets. Kuala Lumpur is a direct flight of roughly 4 hours from Manila, and Sepang International Circuit sits just a short drive from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), where most flights from the Philippines land.
There’s no jet lag to plan around either, since Malaysia shares the Philippines’ UTC+8 offset. A long weekend from 2 to 4 October is all it takes to catch the first Formula 1 race at Sepang since 2017. a rare one for any fan in this region to see live.
Flights from Manila to Kuala Lumpur are worth booking early for race weekend, and Sri Enstek Hotel KLIA and the Mövenpick Hotel & Convention Centre KLIA are both a short drive from the circuit. Check flights to Kuala Lumpur on Wego.
Singapore is another realistic trackside trips coming up for anyone flying out from the Philippines. Flights are worth comparing early, so check fares to Singapore on Wego. Pan Pacific Singapore is connected to Marina Square and a short walk from the Marina Bay Street Circuit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is the next race, the Dutch Grand Prix, in the Philippines?
The Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort starts at 9:00 PM PHT on Sunday, 23 August. It’s the final Formula 1 race ever scheduled at the circuit, with a sprint race added for the occasion.
Are there any upcoming F1 races at a good PHT viewing time?
Yes — 8 of the 12 remaining rounds land between 12:00 PM and 11:00 PM PHT. The Malaysia-hosted Bahrain Grand Prix and the Singapore Grand Prix are the most convenient, since both share the Philippines’ UTC+8 time zone.
Which upcoming F1 races require an early-morning alarm for Philippine viewers?
The United States (Austin), Mexico City, São Paulo, and Qatar Grands Prix all fall between midnight and 4:00 AM PHT. Qatar is the closest borderline case, landing right at midnight PHT.
What time is the Las Vegas Grand Prix in the Philippines?
The Las Vegas GP starts at 8:00 PM local time on a Saturday, which converts to a very civilized Sunday noon in PHT. It is the one Americas round that breaks the “early-morning alarm” pattern.
Did the Bahrain Grand Prix get cancelled in 2026?
No — it was relocated, not cancelled. The race moves from the Bahrain International Circuit to the Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia, running 2–4 October 2026 under the same name and sponsorship, confirmed by F1 and the FIA on 26 July.
Does Philippine Time change with daylight saving?
No — PHT stays at UTC+8 year-round with no daylight saving shifts. Every conversion in this calendar remains accurate for the rest of the 2026 season.
Why is the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix on a Saturday instead of Sunday?
The race moved from Sunday, 27 September to Saturday, 26 September to avoid clashing with Azerbaijan’s Remembrance Day. In PHT, it still lands at a convenient 7:00 PM on Saturday evening.
What time is the Madrid Grand Prix in the Philippines?
Formula 1’s new Madrid round, held at the Madring street circuit on Sunday, 13 September, starts at 3:00 PM local time. That converts to 9:00 PM PHT, a comfortable evening slot for Philippine viewers.
Sources
- Formula 1 — official 2026 calendar
- Formula 1 — official Grand Prix start times for 2026 confirmed
- Formula 1 — F1 and FIA confirm Malaysia as host venue for the Bahrain Grand Prix
- Malay Mail — PM Anwar says Malaysia’s only cost for the Bahrain GP is RM16m in Sepang track upgrades
- Formula 1 — final Dutch Grand Prix in 2026 confirmed for Circuit Zandvoort
- Motorsport.com — 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix date changed to avoid clash with day of national mourning
- MADRING — date confirmed for the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid, 13 September
- Wikipedia — 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix
- TravelMath — flight time from Manila to Kuala Lumpur
- Wego — Beachhotel Zandvoort by Center Parcs
- Wego — Hotel De La Ville Monza
- Wego — Sri Enstek Hotel KLIA, Sepang
- Wego — Pan Pacific Singapore
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