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Formula 1
Grand Prix du Canada
The Canadian segment of the Formula 1 World Championship, a race held in Montréal since 1978, is a must-attend international event that is synonymous with festivities and the start of Montréal's summer season.
Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve, the track on which the motor race is run, is located on Île Notre-Dame at Parc Jean-Drapeau, right in the heart of the majestic Saint Lawrence River.
Formula 1 drivers cover the 4,361 metres of the circuit in under one minute and 15 seconds, with speeds that can reach more than 300 kilometres an hour in the straightaways. Because of its tight 14 turns that put a demand on the brakes of the cars, Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve is conducive to a lot of driving errors and overtaking. The Grand Prix du Canada is a thrilling and spectacular race!
Program
Every year, motor-racing fans gather together at Parc Jean-Drapeau's Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve to enjoy the exhilarating experience the Grand Prix du Canada brings:
- Official race
- F1 drivers' parade
- Qualifying and open testing
- F1 Academy
- Ferrari, Porsche and Formula 1600 Challenges
- Tour of the support races paddock
- Race simulators
- Thematic terraces and official merchandise kiosks
- An array of activities in the family zone
F1 Academy
Don't miss the F1 Academy racing series, featuring some of the top up-and-coming drivers in women's Formula 1. This bold initiative shines a spotlight on female talent in motorsport by providing a high-level platform on the international stage.
Espace Paddock
Discover Espace Paddock, the new facilities which will provide local and international spectators with an astounding show and an ideal experience for the Formula One drivers and their respective teams.
Schedule
| May 22, 23 and 24, 2026 |
Rates
To buy tickets, visit the official website.
- It is not possible to park your car in Parc Jean-Drapeau to attend the Grand Prix du Canada: use the subway to facilitate your travels.
Photos
Here are a few photos of the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve, the lagoons and the Floralies Gardens, taken during the Grand Prix du Canada event, just to give you a foretaste of the ambiance.
Discover the 25 photos of the album!
Learn more
To obtain more details regarding the purchase of tickets, the races, the activities or for any request for information, do not hesitate to contact the Grand Prix du Canada staff.
Mobility
Getting to the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve
Here is the exact location of the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve at Parc Jean-Drapeau, marked on the map to make getting there easier.
Get directions to the location:
Whether you're coming by subway, bike, car, or even on foot, explore all the ways to get to the Parc.
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