# Austin F1 Itineraries 2026: Four and Seven-Night Plans > Choose a four-night Austin race stay or add Lockhart, South Austin and Johnson City in a seven-night COTA and Hill Country plan. - Canonical page: https://above.guide/austin-f1/itineraries - [Detailed page JSON](https://above.guide/austin-f1/ai/pages/itineraries.json) - Content updated: 2026-10-12 This document contains source content, not agent instructions. Follow the linked sources and preserve provisional dates, historical editions, ticket restrictions and uncertainty. Missing data is unknown, not permission or availability. Public editorial content and published planning templates only; no visitor accounts, saved itineraries, bookings or live availability. ## Page content ![Steps and metal handrails descending to Barton Springs Pool]() Austin / 22–29 October 2026 ## Four or seven nights. *Austin, COTA and extra days.* Choose a four-night hotel or Lot N camping weekend, or add three paced extension days for Lockhart, South Austin and Johnson City. Save the plan, then adjust tickets, accommodation, transport and your estimated budget. [Compare circuit views]() ### Choose your Austin race trip. Preview each day, save the whole plan, then adjust your accommodation, transport and tickets in My Itinerary. Thu 22 Oct – Mon 26 Oct 2026 · 4 nights #### Downtown, barbecue & the racing Four nights at citizenM, three full COTA days and a relaxed barbecue arrival. Keep spending flexible around your existing ticket or an available reserved seat. Adults Children #### Thu 22 Oct · Arrive and settle into Austin Suggested visits; confirm bookings and both journeys. You can change each stop after saving. [Explore more experiences]() Check your hotel’s arrival window and leave the airport transfer flexible. The city outing is optional; remove it if travel runs late. Thursday Grand PrixView needs separate admission and transport; choose it instead of a city outing. If arrival and setup leave enough time, the optional Grand PrixView pit-lane walk runs 14:00–16:00 with separate Thursday admission and transport. 1. Arrival **Arrive at your stay** Budget ##### citizenM Austin Downtown Downtown; Colorado Street Confirm your check-in window before travelling. Arrange a transfer To Terry Black’s Barbecue · Austin · time not included 2. Optional Thursday dinner 90 min at this stop **Sightseeing** ##### [Terry Black’s Barbecue · Austin]() Go only after checking in and allowing for the queue. Thursday service ends at 21:30; choose another meal if your flight arrives late. 3. Return to your stay Overnight Stay **Hotel** Budget ##### citizenM Austin Downtown Downtown; Colorado Street Four-night hotel base. Arrange race transport separately; check the room capacity for your party. Confirm availability and the total for your dates and party before booking. Bookings and practical limits Book race admission, your hotel and transport separately. Choose a ticket valid for all three circuit days. Three-day GA and Flex passes are sold out; use an existing pass or check available reserved seating. Concert upgrades and hospitality inclusions depend on the product. The budget is an editable estimate; flights are excluded. Optional city visits can be removed to suit arrival and departure times. In My Itinerary, select your ticket or mark it already owned, confirm admission for each circuit day and enter your actual booking totals. Check the total stay length and every person's admission. Confirm accessible transfers and the complete return journey with the operator. Save before travelling ### Keep your Austin transport guide offline Get the eight-page PDF with city shuttles, parking, rideshare, ticket entrances, accessible travel, airport connections and campsite arrivals. It includes the return journey and the details still to be confirmed. Sign up for Austin Grand Prix updates to unlock the download. Save the official maps and your booking instructions separately; the PDF does not update automatically. [Sign up and download the Austin transport PDF →]()[Read the transport guide online →]() 2026 tickets ### Choose your admission days, then your view Reserved seating Compare Turn 1, Turn 4, Turn 9, Turn 12 and Turn 15 offers. Main Grandstand and Turn 19 three-day offers are marked sold out; keep your existing ticket in the planner if you already own one. General Admission and Flex Pass Three-day grounds passes and Flex Passes are sold out. General Admission has no reserved seat; Flex Pass holders should use the different seating assignment shown for each day. One day at COTA Advertised day prices start at $109.13 Friday, $271.60 Saturday and $249 Sunday. Select your viewing area with the seller to see its price and conditions. A single-day ticket covers only that day. Thursday Grand PrixView Thursday admission starts at $20. Holders of three-day race or hospitality tickets purchased directly from COTA can claim a separate free Thursday ticket. COTALAND admission costs extra; arrange Thursday transport separately. Hospitality Compare The Terrace, Guest House, Club SI and Paddock Club inclusions. The Terrace charges separately for alcohol and premium parking. Club SI and Paddock Club require an availability enquiry; Champions Club is sold out. Williams supporters The Williams package starts at $747 for Turn 4 sections 1–2, with a cap, flag and merchandise discount. A driver meeting is a sweepstakes opportunity, not guaranteed access; confirm your exact seat and level. Prices are per person and subject to availability. Check taxes, fees and exact seating before payment. A saved choice does not reserve a ticket. [Choose your race ticket in the planner →]()[Connect your viewing area and arrival →]()[Open COTA ticket sales →]() Hotel → departure → COTA ### Choose the whole journey before buying a shuttle pass Waterloo Park shuttle Reach Waterloo Park using the departure instructions on your pass. The downtown service arrives on the Grand Plaza side of COTA; continue to the entrance and seat shown on your race ticket. Advertised from $49; select the date and pass duration before comparing totals. Travis County Expo Center shuttle Arrange travel from your hotel to the Expo Center. The 2026 parking map places this arrival at McAngus; follow the signed tram connection to Grand Plaza and confirm boarding instructions with staff. Advertised from $34; select the date and pass duration before comparing totals. Park ’n Ride Follow the origin and approach on your parking pass. The COTA arrival is near Turn 11, separate from the downtown and Expo services. Check the parking seller for the correct lot, days and shuttle inclusion. McAngus rideshare Follow the McAngus drop-off instructions in your booking. Rideshare cannot use the restricted section of COTA Boulevard. Take the complimentary tram from North McAngus to Grand Plaza, then follow your ticket’s entrance instructions. Price and pickup availability depend on your booking. Race admission and transport are separate purchases. Downtown shuttles arrive at Grand Plaza; Expo and rideshare arrivals use McAngus with an onward tram connection. Follow the instructions for your own pass. [Choose an official shuttle pass →]()[Choose COTA parking →]()[Compare hotel bases →]() After the track action ### Check what your ticket already includes Friday · Maroon 5 A COTA-purchased race ticket valid for Friday includes general concert admission. The floor upgrade is advertised at $89 including its $10 fee; confirm any taxes at payment. Super Stage approach Enter the Festival Lawn through the Infield Entrance near Tunnel 2 and The Ranch, or between Turns 10 and 11. Collect any concert-upgrade wristband before heading to the stage; follow the collection and entry instructions for your upgrade. Saturday · Post Malone A COTA-purchased race ticket valid for Saturday includes general concert admission. Floor and premium upgrades are offered separately; check the seller for prices. Sunday · Alesso Alesso starts at 17:30 at the Germania Insurance Amphitheater. A COTA-purchased race ticket valid for Sunday includes general concert admission; a floor upgrade is offered separately. Use Grand Plaza for the Amphitheater. Friday · daytime music At The Ranch: BARTLY 10:15, Restos 11:30, Jennifer Foster & the Audacity 14:30. At La Cantina: Mariachi Voz de Pasión 10:15, Grupo Morros 11:30, Los Alcos 14:30. Saturday · daytime music At The Ranch: Monica Valli 10:30, Mayeux & Broussard 13:45, Next of Kin 17:15. At La Cantina: Midnight Navy 10:30, Andrea Daniela 13:45, Carrie Rodriguez 17:15. Sunday · daytime music At The Ranch: LeTrainiump 10:00, Moving Panoramas 12:30, Nakia & the Never Not Now 13:45. At La Cantina: lluvii 10:00, SANA SANA MUSICA 12:30, Gina Chavez 13:45. Leave time to reach your viewing area before the 15:00 Grand Prix. Hospitality guests The Guest House and Club SI include Friday and Saturday on-track concert upgrades. The Terrace includes a Super Stage standing upgrade; dedicated concert entry costs extra. Check your package before buying another upgrade. Getting home Friday and Saturday return shuttles finish 60 minutes after the music ends. Allow time to reach the correct queue from the stage. Confirm Sunday’s final return before staying for Alesso. All times are local to Austin. Exact Maroon 5 and Post Malone start times are still to be announced. Daytime listings show start times only. For race tickets bought from another seller, confirm concert admission before travelling; checkpoint admission may cost extra. A concert upgrade alone does not include F1 admission. You need a race ticket valid for the concert day. [Compare concert upgrades →]()[Plan your return journey →]() Three extra-day plans ### Choose one area, then leave room for the return South Austin and Driftwood Start with the Wildflower Center, then continue to the original Salt Lick. Pre-purchase the garden and arrange a car or driver for both directions. Keep one driver alcohol-free. The Blanton is the city fallback if weather or transport makes the regional plan unsuitable. Lockhart park and barbecue Reserve Lockhart State Park, walk before the heat of the day and choose Black’s or Kreuz as the main meal. A second smokehouse works as a shared tasting stop, not another full lunch. Keep the Monday plan here: both restaurants and the park publish Monday opening. Johnson City and the Hill Country On Wednesday–Saturday, pair Science Mill with the nearby NPS visitor centre. Pedernales Falls is a separate outdoor anchor: reserve entry and replace part of the museum day rather than stacking all three visits. Family and indoor fallback Science Mill is the family-focused indoor option from Wednesday to Saturday. The Blanton is the central Austin fallback Tuesday–Sunday and is closed Monday. Check the selected date before cancelling a road plan. Cars, drivers and alcohol These extensions need a pre-booked car, rental vehicle or driver. Agree the pickup, final Austin drop-off and any waiting time in advance. Do not combine tasting or drinks with driving. Protect the race weekend Keep Friday–Sunday clear for COTA. Use Monday–Wednesday after the race for extensions, or add them before Thursday. Do not place a substantial regional day between a late concert return and an early circuit departure. Opening hours are ordinary schedules, not a guarantee for every race-week date. Reserve state-park entry, recheck alerts and confirm every regional return before departure. [Save the seven-night Austin extension →]()[Compare every Austin and Hill Country visit →]()[Plan COTA transport separately →]() ## Itinerary planning | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Kicker | Austin / 22–29 October 2026 | | Title Lead | Four or seven nights. | | Title Emphasis | Austin, COTA and extra days. | | Action Label | Compare circuit views | | Show Route Planner | No | | Holiday Heading | Choose your Austin race trip. | ### Holiday Plans #### Downtown, barbecue & the racing | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Short Title | Budget & barbecue | | Title | Downtown, barbecue & the racing | | Budget Tier Id | budget | | Image Alt | Picnic tables outside Terry Black’s Barbecue in Austin | | Save Label | Save four-night plan | | Time Zone | America/Chicago | ##### Stays | Place Id | From Offset | To Offset | Note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | accommodation-citizenm-austin-downtown | 0 | 4 | Four-night hotel base. Arrange race transport separately; check the room capacity for your party. | ##### Days ###### Arrive and settle into Austin | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-22 | | Title | Arrive and settle into Austin | ###### Stops | Place Id | Period | Duration Minutes | Note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | terry-blacks-barbecue-austin | Optional Thursday dinner | 90 | Go only after checking in and allowing for the queue. Thursday service ends at 21:30; choose another meal if your flight arrives late. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Optional Austin experiences | [/things-to-do]() | ###### Friday practice at COTA | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-23 | | Title | Friday practice at COTA | | Race Day | Yes | | Guidance | Arrange the journey from your hotel to Waterloo Park separately from the COTA shuttle, and keep the hotel return leg in your plan. Allow for event traffic, queues and the walk to your viewing area. Follow your pass for the exact pickup and accessible travel arrangements. Choose Maroon 5 at COTA or a city evening after returning. Friday and Saturday return shuttles finish 60 minutes after the music ends; allow time to reach your queue. Do not book a fixed city dinner after the concert. Carry admission valid for today; accommodation and transport bookings do not include race entry. Official shuttles are expected to start around 08:00; confirm your pass departure and hotel connection. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Race and concert programme | [/race-week]() | | Ticketed viewing areas | [/circuit]() | ###### Qualifying Saturday at COTA | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-24 | | Title | Qualifying Saturday at COTA | | Race Day | Yes | | Guidance | Arrange the journey from your hotel to Waterloo Park separately from the COTA shuttle, and keep the hotel return leg in your plan. Allow for event traffic, queues and the walk to your viewing area. Follow your pass for the exact pickup and accessible travel arrangements. Choose Post Malone at COTA or a city evening after returning. Friday and Saturday return shuttles finish 60 minutes after the music ends; allow time to reach your queue. Do not book a fixed city dinner after the concert. Carry admission valid for today; accommodation and transport bookings do not include race entry. Official shuttles are expected to start around 07:30; confirm your pass departure and hotel connection. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Race and concert programme | [/race-week]() | | Ticketed viewing areas | [/circuit]() | ###### Sunday’s United States Grand Prix | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-25 | | Title | Sunday’s United States Grand Prix | | Race Day | Yes | | Guidance | Arrange the journey from your hotel to Waterloo Park separately from the COTA shuttle, and keep the hotel return leg in your plan. Allow for event traffic, queues and the walk to your viewing area. Follow your pass for the exact pickup and accessible travel arrangements. The Grand Prix starts at 15:00 local. Confirm Sunday’s final return service before staying for Alesso. The drivers’ parade runs 13:00–13:30 from your permitted spectator area. After the race, the optional Fan Track Walk opens when staff permit; no fixed start time is published. Keep the return to your accommodation in the plan. Carry admission valid for today; accommodation and transport bookings do not include race entry. Official shuttles are expected to start around 07:30; confirm your pass departure and hotel connection. Sunday’s busiest shuttle window is 09:30–12:15; aim to travel earlier. Alesso starts at 17:30. Shuttles run throughout Sunday, but the final return time is not published; confirm it with your pass provider before staying. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Race and concert programme | [/race-week]() | | Ticketed viewing areas | [/circuit]() | ###### Optional city visit and departure | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-26 | | Title | Optional city visit and departure | | Guidance | Check out within your booked window. Arrange luggage storage if needed. Remove the optional visit for an early flight and allow extra time for the airport journey. | ###### Stops | Place Id | Period | Duration Minutes | Note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | texas-state-capitol | Optional Monday morning | 60 | A free Capitol visit if your flight allows. Guided tours begin at 09:00; allow time for security, luggage collection and your airport journey. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Optional Austin experiences | [/things-to-do]() | #### Lakefront, live music & COTA | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Short Title | Music & lakefront | | Title | Lakefront, live music & COTA | | Budget Tier Id | mid-range | | Summary | Stay at The LINE, keep all three race days clear and try South Congress music on your arrival night. Add Texas history before a late Monday departure. | | Image Alt | The Continental Club entrance on South Congress | | Save Label | Save four-night plan | | Time Zone | America/Chicago | ##### Stays | Place Id | From Offset | To Offset | Note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | accommodation-the-line-austin | 0 | 4 | Four-night hotel base. Arrange race transport separately; check the room capacity for your party. | ##### Days ###### Arrive and settle into Austin | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-22 | | Title | Arrive and settle into Austin | ###### Stops | Place Id | Period | Duration Minutes | Note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | continental-club-austin | Optional Thursday evening | 90 | Check the main club’s dated show, ticket and age policy before booking. This is the South Congress main club, not the separate Gallery. Skip it after a late arrival. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Optional Austin experiences | [/things-to-do]() | ###### Friday practice at COTA | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-23 | | Title | Friday practice at COTA | | Race Day | Yes | | Guidance | Arrange the journey from your hotel to Waterloo Park separately from the COTA shuttle, and keep the hotel return leg in your plan. Allow for event traffic, queues and the walk to your viewing area. Follow your pass for the exact pickup and accessible travel arrangements. Choose Maroon 5 at COTA or a city evening after returning. Friday and Saturday return shuttles finish 60 minutes after the music ends; allow time to reach your queue. Do not book a fixed city dinner after the concert. Carry admission valid for today; accommodation and transport bookings do not include race entry. Official shuttles are expected to start around 08:00; confirm your pass departure and hotel connection. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Race and concert programme | [/race-week]() | | Ticketed viewing areas | [/circuit]() | ###### Qualifying Saturday at COTA | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-24 | | Title | Qualifying Saturday at COTA | | Race Day | Yes | | Guidance | Arrange the journey from your hotel to Waterloo Park separately from the COTA shuttle, and keep the hotel return leg in your plan. Allow for event traffic, queues and the walk to your viewing area. Follow your pass for the exact pickup and accessible travel arrangements. Choose Post Malone at COTA or a city evening after returning. Friday and Saturday return shuttles finish 60 minutes after the music ends; allow time to reach your queue. Do not book a fixed city dinner after the concert. Carry admission valid for today; accommodation and transport bookings do not include race entry. Official shuttles are expected to start around 07:30; confirm your pass departure and hotel connection. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Race and concert programme | [/race-week]() | | Ticketed viewing areas | [/circuit]() | ###### Sunday’s United States Grand Prix | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-25 | | Title | Sunday’s United States Grand Prix | | Race Day | Yes | | Guidance | Arrange the journey from your hotel to Waterloo Park separately from the COTA shuttle, and keep the hotel return leg in your plan. Allow for event traffic, queues and the walk to your viewing area. Follow your pass for the exact pickup and accessible travel arrangements. The Grand Prix starts at 15:00 local. Confirm Sunday’s final return service before staying for Alesso. The drivers’ parade runs 13:00–13:30 from your permitted spectator area. After the race, the optional Fan Track Walk opens when staff permit; no fixed start time is published. Keep the return to your accommodation in the plan. Carry admission valid for today; accommodation and transport bookings do not include race entry. Official shuttles are expected to start around 07:30; confirm your pass departure and hotel connection. Sunday’s busiest shuttle window is 09:30–12:15; aim to travel earlier. Alesso starts at 17:30. Shuttles run throughout Sunday, but the final return time is not published; confirm it with your pass provider before staying. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Race and concert programme | [/race-week]() | | Ticketed viewing areas | [/circuit]() | ###### Optional city visit and departure | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-26 | | Title | Optional city visit and departure | | Guidance | Check out within your booked window. Arrange luggage storage if needed. Remove the optional visit for an early flight and allow extra time for the airport journey. | ###### Stops | Place Id | Period | Duration Minutes | Note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | bullock-texas-state-history-museum | Optional Monday after 10:00 | 120 | The museum opens at 10:00. Adult exhibition admission is $22; films and online booking fees cost extra. Visit only if your airport departure allows. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Optional Austin experiences | [/things-to-do]() | #### Lakefront comfort & a flexible race weekend | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Short Title | Premium & unhurried | | Title | Lakefront comfort & a flexible race weekend | | Budget Tier Id | luxury-vip | | Summary | Four Seasons is your four-night base, with time to settle in before COTA. Confirm your hospitality inclusions and return driver, then choose an optional Monday swim. | | Image Alt | Barton Springs Pool and its grassy banks | | Save Label | Save four-night plan | | Time Zone | America/Chicago | ##### Stays | Place Id | From Offset | To Offset | Note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | accommodation-four-seasons-hotel-austin | 0 | 4 | Four-night hotel base. Arrange race transport separately; check the room capacity for your party. | ##### Days ###### Arrive and settle into Austin | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-22 | | Title | Arrive and settle into Austin | | Guidance | Check your hotel’s arrival window and leave the airport transfer flexible. Keep Thursday free to rest or arrange dinner around your arrival. Thursday Grand PrixView needs separate admission and transport; choose it instead of a city outing. If arrival and setup leave enough time, the optional Grand PrixView pit-lane walk runs 14:00–16:00 with separate Thursday admission and transport. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Optional Austin experiences | [/things-to-do]() | ###### Friday practice at COTA | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-23 | | Title | Friday practice at COTA | | Race Day | Yes | | Guidance | Arrange the journey from your hotel to Waterloo Park separately from the COTA shuttle, and keep the hotel return leg in your plan. Allow for event traffic, queues and the walk to your viewing area. Follow your pass for the exact pickup and accessible travel arrangements. Choose Maroon 5 at COTA or a city evening after returning. Friday and Saturday return shuttles finish 60 minutes after the music ends; allow time to reach your queue. Do not book a fixed city dinner after the concert. If using a private driver, agree the permitted pickup point and return arrangements in advance; hospitality does not automatically include transfers or every meal and drink. Carry admission valid for today; accommodation and transport bookings do not include race entry. Official shuttles are expected to start around 08:00; confirm your pass departure and hotel connection. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Race and concert programme | [/race-week]() | | Ticketed viewing areas | [/circuit]() | ###### Qualifying Saturday at COTA | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-24 | | Title | Qualifying Saturday at COTA | | Race Day | Yes | | Guidance | Arrange the journey from your hotel to Waterloo Park separately from the COTA shuttle, and keep the hotel return leg in your plan. Allow for event traffic, queues and the walk to your viewing area. Follow your pass for the exact pickup and accessible travel arrangements. Choose Post Malone at COTA or a city evening after returning. Friday and Saturday return shuttles finish 60 minutes after the music ends; allow time to reach your queue. Do not book a fixed city dinner after the concert. If using a private driver, agree the permitted pickup point and return arrangements in advance; hospitality does not automatically include transfers or every meal and drink. Carry admission valid for today; accommodation and transport bookings do not include race entry. Official shuttles are expected to start around 07:30; confirm your pass departure and hotel connection. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Race and concert programme | [/race-week]() | | Ticketed viewing areas | [/circuit]() | ###### Sunday’s United States Grand Prix | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-25 | | Title | Sunday’s United States Grand Prix | | Race Day | Yes | | Guidance | Arrange the journey from your hotel to Waterloo Park separately from the COTA shuttle, and keep the hotel return leg in your plan. Allow for event traffic, queues and the walk to your viewing area. Follow your pass for the exact pickup and accessible travel arrangements. The Grand Prix starts at 15:00 local. Confirm Sunday’s final return service before staying for Alesso. If using a private driver, agree the permitted pickup point and return arrangements in advance; hospitality does not automatically include transfers or every meal and drink. The drivers’ parade runs 13:00–13:30 from your permitted spectator area. After the race, the optional Fan Track Walk opens when staff permit; no fixed start time is published. Keep the return to your accommodation in the plan. Carry admission valid for today; accommodation and transport bookings do not include race entry. Official shuttles are expected to start around 07:30; confirm your pass departure and hotel connection. Sunday’s busiest shuttle window is 09:30–12:15; aim to travel earlier. Alesso starts at 17:30. Shuttles run throughout Sunday, but the final return time is not published; confirm it with your pass provider before staying. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Race and concert programme | [/race-week]() | | Ticketed viewing areas | [/circuit]() | ###### Optional city visit and departure | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-26 | | Title | Optional city visit and departure | | Guidance | Check out within your booked window. Arrange luggage storage if needed. Remove the optional visit for an early flight and allow extra time for the airport journey. | ###### Stops | Place Id | Period | Duration Minutes | Note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | barton-springs-pool | Optional Monday morning | 60 | Choose guarded swimming hours from 08:00, subject to conditions and closures. Non-resident adult entry is $9. Leave time to change, collect luggage and reach the airport. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Optional Austin experiences | [/things-to-do]() | #### Seven nights: COTA, Lockhart and Johnson City | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Short Title | Race plus Hill Country | | Title | Seven nights: COTA, Lockhart and Johnson City | | Budget Tier Id | mid-range | | Summary | Keep three days for COTA, then add Lockhart, South Austin and Johnson City as separate, paced extension days. | | Image Alt | Limestone courtyard arches, native flowers and a garden pond at the Wildflower Center | | Save Label | Save seven-night plan | | Time Zone | America/Chicago | | Note | Book race admission, hotel and circuit transport separately. Regional days require their own car or driver and complete return plan. Reserve state parks and timed venues, check alerts and ordinary opening against the selected date, and keep one driver alcohol-free. Flights are excluded from the editable budget. In My Itinerary, select your ticket or mark it already owned, confirm admission for each circuit day and enter your actual booking totals. Check the total stay length and every person's admission. Confirm accessible transfers and the complete return journey with the operator. | ##### Stays | Place Id | From Offset | To Offset | Note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | accommodation-the-line-austin | 0 | 7 | Seven-night Austin hotel base. Confirm the same room for the extension and arrange regional road transport separately. | ##### Days ###### Arrive and keep Thursday flexible | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-22 | | Title | Arrive and keep Thursday flexible | | Guidance | Check in, recover from the journey and choose either a short indoor city visit or Thursday Grand PrixView. Grand PrixView requires separate admission and transport, so do not combine it with a fixed museum booking. If arrival and setup leave enough time, the optional Grand PrixView pit-lane walk runs 14:00–16:00 with separate Thursday admission and transport. | ###### Stops | Place Id | Period | Duration Minutes | Note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | blanton-museum-of-art | Optional Thursday afternoon | 120 | Use only after an early arrival. The museum ordinarily closes at 17:00 on Thursday; remove it if airport or hotel timing becomes tight. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Optional Austin experiences | [/things-to-do]() | ###### Friday practice at COTA | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-23 | | Title | Friday practice at COTA | | Race Day | Yes | | Guidance | Keep the day for COTA. Arrange the journey to your shuttle departure, the circuit arrival and the hotel return separately. Choose the Friday concert or a city evening, and avoid a fixed regional departure the next morning if you stay late. Carry admission valid for today; accommodation and transport bookings do not include race entry. Official shuttles are expected to start around 08:00; confirm your pass departure and hotel connection. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Race and concert programme | [/race-week]() | | Ticketed viewing areas | [/circuit]() | ###### Qualifying Saturday at COTA | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-24 | | Title | Qualifying Saturday at COTA | | Race Day | Yes | | Guidance | Keep the day for COTA and allow for event traffic, security, the walk to your viewing area and the return queue. Do not add a city or regional visit around qualifying. Carry admission valid for today; accommodation and transport bookings do not include race entry. Official shuttles are expected to start around 07:30; confirm your pass departure and hotel connection. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Race and concert programme | [/race-week]() | | Ticketed viewing areas | [/circuit]() | ###### Sunday’s United States Grand Prix | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-25 | | Title | Sunday’s United States Grand Prix | | Race Day | Yes | | Guidance | The Grand Prix starts at 15:00 local. Confirm Sunday’s final return service before staying for Alesso, then leave Monday morning flexible enough for rest and the Lockhart drive. The drivers’ parade runs 13:00–13:30 from your permitted spectator area. After the race, the optional Fan Track Walk opens when staff permit; no fixed start time is published. Keep the return to your accommodation in the plan. Carry admission valid for today; accommodation and transport bookings do not include race entry. Official shuttles are expected to start around 07:30; confirm your pass departure and hotel connection. Sunday’s busiest shuttle window is 09:30–12:15; aim to travel earlier. Alesso starts at 17:30. Shuttles run throughout Sunday, but the final return time is not published; confirm it with your pass provider before staying. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Race and concert programme | [/race-week]() | | Ticketed viewing areas | [/circuit]() | ###### Lockhart park and barbecue | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-26 | | Title | Lockhart park and barbecue | | Guidance | Use a pre-booked car or driver. Reserve the park, carry water and check trail alerts. Choose Black’s as the main meal; Kreuz remains an alternative in the guide if your group prefers it. Arrange the Austin return before leaving. | ###### Stops | Place Id | Period | Duration Minutes | Note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | lockhart-state-park | Monday morning | 150 | Reserve day entry. The swimming pool is out of season in late October, so choose walking and park history for the visit. | | blacks-barbecue-lockhart | Monday lunch | 90 | Use the original North Main Street restaurant as the main meal. Keep one driver alcohol-free and leave room for the return to Austin. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Extra-day alternatives | [/austin-and-hill-country]() | ###### South Austin gardens and Driftwood | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-27 | | Title | South Austin gardens and Driftwood | | Guidance | Pre-purchase the Wildflower Center, then continue to Driftwood only with both road journeys arranged. The garden ordinarily closes at 17:00, and the Salt Lick meal is a separate stop. Replace the day with the Blanton if weather or transport changes. | ###### Stops | Place Id | Period | Duration Minutes | Note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | lady-bird-johnson-wildflower-center | Tuesday morning | 150 | Pre-purchase is strongly encouraged. Allow time for the gardens, limited parking and the onward journey. | | salt-lick-driftwood | Tuesday afternoon | 120 | Reserve if your group needs the cellar or a fixed arrangement. Arrange a sober driver and the full return to Austin. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Extra-day alternatives | [/austin-and-hill-country]() | ###### Johnson City science and heritage | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-28 | | Title | Johnson City science and heritage | | Guidance | Use a pre-booked car or driver for Johnson City. Visit Science Mill during its Wednesday autumn opening, then use the nearby NPS visitor centre for orientation. Pedernales Falls is a book-ahead alternative that should replace one of these stops. | ###### Stops | Place Id | Period | Duration Minutes | Note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | science-mill-johnson-city | Wednesday morning | 150 | Pre-purchase museum tickets. The autumn 2026 schedule is Wednesday–Saturday, 10:00–16:00. | | lbj-johnson-city-visitor-center | Wednesday afternoon | 90 | Start with NPS orientation and ask what tours or historic areas are open. This is the Johnson City visitor centre, not the ranch hangar. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Extra-day alternatives | [/austin-and-hill-country]() | ###### Depart Austin | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-29 | | Title | Depart Austin | | Guidance | Check out within the booked window, collect luggage and allow for the airport journey. Keep the final day free of a fixed regional visit. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Optional Austin experiences | [/things-to-do]() | #### Four nights at Lot N, three days at COTA | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Short Title | Camp at COTA | | Title | Four nights at Lot N, three days at COTA | | Budget Tier Id | budget | | Summary | Bring your tent or self-contained RV, settle into Lot N on Thursday and keep Friday–Sunday for COTA. Confirm the pitch, equipment and separate race admission before booking travel. | | Image Alt | The Grand Plaza approach at Circuit of the Americas | | Save Label | Save camping weekend | | Time Zone | America/Chicago | | Note | Race admission is separate. Tent setups may include two tents and one vehicle; confirm party capacity. Standing rules allow up to six overnight visitors on a Lot N RV site. Use only permitted cooking equipment and observe current fire restrictions. Request the 22–26 October pitch total for your tent or RV, including taxes, compulsory fees and guest or vehicle charges. Declare dimensions and every guest; obtain payment and cancellation terms. Adjacent spaces are not guaranteed; groups should arrange arrival together. Wednesday early access requires separate confirmation. Pitch booking, race tickets and equipment are separate. Confirm service taxes or fees, deposits and cancellation terms before paying. Add only the services you need to your editable budget. The Budget tier supplies editable general spending allowances, not a Lot N tariff. Replace accommodation with the whole-stay pitch total and include tent or RV hire, fuel, showers, servicing, groceries and transfers without counting them twice. Flights are excluded. Saving this plan makes no reservation. Premium RV is not selected; its current listing is sold out. In My Itinerary, select your ticket or mark it already owned, confirm admission for each circuit day and enter your actual booking totals. Check the total stay length and every person's admission. Confirm accessible transfers and the complete return journey with the operator. | ##### Stays | Place Id | Product Id | From Offset | To Offset | Note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | cota-lot-n-camping | cota-lot-n-camping | 0 | 4 | Use the separate Lot N entrance from Elroy Road; do not use COTA Boulevard for Lot N check-in. Lot N: Thursday 22 October, 07:00–19:00; Friday–Sunday, 09:00–17:00. Checkout Monday 26 October by noon. Arrange late arrival directly; access after reception hours is not guaranteed. Obtain passes and the return route at reception. Bring breakfast, drinking water and track-day snacks before arriving. Confirm which supplies the camp store has and when it opens. Keep an easy meal at camp for your return. Buy circuit food during its operating hours; do not rely on a late campsite kitchen. Dry camping has no hookups. External generators cannot run during 23:00–07:00 quiet hours; arrange any essential overnight power before booking. | ##### Days ###### Collect supplies and settle into Lot N | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-22 | | Title | Collect supplies and settle into Lot N | | Guidance | Use the separate Lot N entrance from Elroy Road; do not use COTA Boulevard for Lot N check-in. Lot N: Thursday 22 October, 07:00–19:00; Friday–Sunday, 09:00–17:00. Checkout Monday 26 October by noon. Arrange late arrival directly; access after reception hours is not guaranteed. Obtain passes and the return route at reception. Arrange an airport or rental-vehicle handoff that can carry your party and equipment. Buy groceries before the final approach. Set up, check the permitted route to your ticketed entrance and confirm accessible movement and campsite re-entry. Keep Thursday for arrival; Grand PrixView requires separate admission and enough time after setup. Keep a no-cook meal and charged phone power available. Arrange groceries before entering race-week traffic. If arrival and setup leave enough time, the optional Grand PrixView pit-lane walk runs 14:00–16:00 with separate Thursday admission and transport. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Campsite arrival and return | [/camping-arrivals]() | | Camping setup and costs | [/camping]() | | Optional Austin experiences | [/things-to-do]() | ###### Friday practice and an optional concert | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-23 | | Title | Friday practice and an optional concert | | Race Day | Yes | | Guidance | Bring breakfast, drinking water and track-day snacks before arriving. Confirm which supplies the camp store has and when it opens. Lot N is on the Turn 3 side. Ask staff for the permitted pedestrian route to your ticketed area. The operator advertises free shuttles at Turns 3 and 6; confirm boarding points, accessibility and hours at check-in. They are not the Waterloo Park city shuttle. Choose the COTA concert only if your ticket permits access and you have confirmed the return to camp. Agree the route back to Lot N before leaving camp. After a concert, follow the open pedestrian route or confirmed local shuttle. Its final service is not published; arrange a return you can manage without relying on it. Carry a torch and keep campsite credentials with you. Keep an easy meal at camp for your return. Buy circuit food during its operating hours; do not rely on a late campsite kitchen. Carry admission valid for today; accommodation and transport bookings do not include race entry. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Campsite arrival and return | [/camping-arrivals]() | | Camping setup and costs | [/camping]() | | Race and concert programme | [/race-week]() | | Ticketed viewing areas | [/circuit]() | ###### Qualifying Saturday, then back to camp | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-24 | | Title | Qualifying Saturday, then back to camp | | Race Day | Yes | | Guidance | Bring breakfast, drinking water and track-day snacks before arriving. Confirm which supplies the camp store has and when it opens. Lot N is on the Turn 3 side. Ask staff for the permitted pedestrian route to your ticketed area. The operator advertises free shuttles at Turns 3 and 6; confirm boarding points, accessibility and hours at check-in. They are not the Waterloo Park city shuttle. Leave the day clear for qualifying. Choose the evening concert or rest at camp; keep a meal ready for your return. Agree the route back to Lot N before leaving camp. After a concert, follow the open pedestrian route or confirmed local shuttle. Its final service is not published; arrange a return you can manage without relying on it. Carry a torch and keep campsite credentials with you. Keep an easy meal at camp for your return. Buy circuit food during its operating hours; do not rely on a late campsite kitchen. Carry admission valid for today; accommodation and transport bookings do not include race entry. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Campsite arrival and return | [/camping-arrivals]() | | Camping setup and costs | [/camping]() | | Race and concert programme | [/race-week]() | | Ticketed viewing areas | [/circuit]() | ###### Grand Prix Sunday and the last night at camp | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-25 | | Title | Grand Prix Sunday and the last night at camp | | Race Day | Yes | | Guidance | Bring breakfast, drinking water and track-day snacks before arriving. Confirm which supplies the camp store has and when it opens. Lot N is on the Turn 3 side. Ask staff for the permitted pedestrian route to your ticketed area. The operator advertises free shuttles at Turns 3 and 6; confirm boarding points, accessibility and hours at check-in. They are not the Waterloo Park city shuttle. Keep Sunday for the race. Alesso starts at 17:30 at the Amphitheater; plan the return to Lot N before staying and leave time to prepare for Monday pack-down. Agree the route back to Lot N before leaving camp. After a concert, follow the open pedestrian route or confirmed local shuttle. Its final service is not published; arrange a return you can manage without relying on it. Carry a torch and keep campsite credentials with you. Keep an easy meal at camp for your return. Buy circuit food during its operating hours; do not rely on a late campsite kitchen. The drivers’ parade runs 13:00–13:30 from your permitted spectator area. After the race, the optional Fan Track Walk opens when staff permit; no fixed start time is published. Keep the return to your accommodation in the plan. Carry admission valid for today; accommodation and transport bookings do not include race entry. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Campsite arrival and return | [/camping-arrivals]() | | Camping setup and costs | [/camping]() | | Race and concert programme | [/race-week]() | | Ticketed viewing areas | [/circuit]() | ###### Pack down and leave before noon | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-26 | | Title | Pack down and leave before noon | | Guidance | Leave by noon on Monday 26 October. Allow time to pack, collect waste and arrange RV servicing before the airport or rental return. Confirm any road or vehicle restrictions with staff. Confirm the vehicle exit, equipment collection and luggage handoff before the weekend. Keep departure free of fixed city visits and allow for race-week traffic. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Campsite arrival and return | [/camping-arrivals]() | | Camping setup and costs | [/camping]() | | Optional Austin experiences | [/things-to-do]() | #### Six nights of karting, fan events and the Grand Prix | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Short Title | Motorsport week | | Title | Six nights of karting, fan events and the Grand Prix | | Budget Tier Id | budget | | Summary | Arrive Tuesday for simulators, Wednesday’s Downtown fan events and Thursday’s racing choices, then spend three full days at COTA. | | Image Alt | The K1 Speed entrance at McHale Court | | Save Label | Save motorsport week | | Time Zone | America/Chicago | | Note | Book six hotel nights for the early arrival. Select admission valid for each race day and arrange outward/return circuit transfers. Karting, simulator sessions and any ticketed city events use their own prices. Preserve the editable budget estimate and replace accommodation with your actual six-night total; flights excluded. In My Itinerary, select your ticket or mark it already owned, confirm admission for each circuit day and enter your actual booking totals. Check the total stay length and every person's admission. Confirm accessible transfers and the complete return journey with the operator. | ##### Stays | Place Id | From Offset | To Offset | Note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | accommodation-citizenm-austin-downtown | 0 | 6 | Six nights, Tuesday 20 to Monday 26 October. Replace with your chosen hotel and actual stay total. | ##### Days ###### Arrive and drive a simulator | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-20 | | Title | Arrive and drive a simulator | | Guidance | Settle into your hotel, then travel north for a booked Race Club session from its 17:00 opening. Move the activity to another free day after a late flight. Return to Downtown by a separately arranged city journey. | ###### Stops | Place Id | Period | Duration Minutes | Note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | race-club-austin | Optional Tuesday evening | 75 | Book the Austin branch; allow check-in around the chosen 30- or 60-minute session. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Optional Austin experiences | [/things-to-do]() | ###### Power Paddock and the Williams Q&A | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-21 | | Title | Power Paddock and the Williams Q&A | | Guidance | Visit Duracell earlier in its 11:00–20:00 opening, then leave for Williams before Albon’s 17:25 Q&A. His Duracell appearance time is still to be announced. Road to the Race, 17:00–21:30, is an alternative evening: replace the Q&A with the Long Center guide if that is your preference. | ###### Stops | Place Id | Period | Duration Minutes | Note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | duracell-power-paddock-austin | Wednesday afternoon | 90 | Entry arrangements and prize participation follow Duracell’s event conditions. | | williams-austin-fan-zone | Albon Q&A · starts 17:25 | 90 | Suggested visit allowance, not the published Q&A duration. Register in the Williams app; limited capacity. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Optional Austin experiences | [/things-to-do]() | ###### Kart racing and an F1 careers evening | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-22 | | Title | Kart racing and an F1 careers evening | | Guidance | Use K1’s noon opening for a walk-in kart session and leave room for queues. Pen to Pit Lane is the evening anchor, 17:30–20:30. Vowles at Williams, 18:00, is an alternative. For Grand PrixView’s 14:00–16:00 pit-lane walk, replace the kart outing and arrange circuit transport separately. If arrival and setup leave enough time, the optional Grand PrixView pit-lane walk runs 14:00–16:00 with separate Thursday admission and transport. | ###### Stops | Place Id | Period | Duration Minutes | Note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | k1-speed-austin | Optional Thursday from noon | 120 | Editorial visit allowance; prepaid races are not a timed reservation. Drop this stop if queues threaten the evening booking. | | red-bull-pen-to-pit-lane-austin | Thursday 17:30–20:30 | 180 | Claim a free ticket and follow its Grand Ballroom check-in instructions. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Optional Austin experiences | [/things-to-do]() | ###### Friday practice at COTA | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-23 | | Title | Friday practice at COTA | | Race Day | Yes | | Guidance | Give practice and the circuit return the whole day. Damon Hill’s 10:00 Williams Q&A is a city-first alternative; do not assume it fits before your shuttle. Maroon 5 is an optional circuit evening. Carry admission valid for today; accommodation and transport bookings do not include race entry. Official shuttles are expected to start around 08:00; confirm your pass departure and hotel connection. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Race and concert programme | [/race-week]() | | Ticketed viewing areas | [/circuit]() | ###### Qualifying and your chosen circuit evening | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-24 | | Title | Qualifying and your chosen circuit evening | | Race Day | Yes | | Guidance | Keep qualifying clear. Stay for Post Malone only with a workable return. The advertised Steiner/Red Flags show at ACL Live is cancelled. Carry admission valid for today; accommodation and transport bookings do not include race entry. Official shuttles are expected to start around 07:30; confirm your pass departure and hotel connection. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Race and concert programme | [/race-week]() | | Ticketed viewing areas | [/circuit]() | ###### The Grand Prix and post-race choices | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-25 | | Title | The Grand Prix and post-race choices | | Race Day | Yes | | Guidance | The race starts at 15:00. Allow for the drivers’ parade and optional staff-controlled track walk. Choose Alesso at 17:30 only around the final confirmed return to your hotel. The drivers’ parade runs 13:00–13:30 from your permitted spectator area. After the race, the optional Fan Track Walk opens when staff permit; no fixed start time is published. Keep the return to your accommodation in the plan. Carry admission valid for today; accommodation and transport bookings do not include race entry. Official shuttles are expected to start around 07:30; confirm your pass departure and hotel connection. Sunday’s busiest shuttle window is 09:30–12:15; aim to travel earlier. Alesso starts at 17:30. Shuttles run throughout Sunday, but the final return time is not published; confirm it with your pass provider before staying. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Race and concert programme | [/race-week]() | | Ticketed viewing areas | [/circuit]() | ###### Departure or one last simulator session | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-26 | | Title | Departure or one last simulator session | | Guidance | Check out and arrange luggage collection before heading north. One Line normally opens Monday at 19:00, so it needs an evening flight with ample margin or an extra hotel night; it is not a morning departure stop. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Optional Austin experiences | [/things-to-do]() | #### Four nights with fan access and three COTA days | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Short Title | Race-first fan weekend | | Title | Four nights with fan access and three COTA days | | Budget Tier Id | budget | | Summary | Arrive Thursday for an F1 talk or city fan visit, then keep Friday–Sunday for the racing. | | Image Alt | The K1 Speed entrance at McHale Court | | Save Label | Save fan weekend | | Time Zone | America/Chicago | | Note | Thursday–Monday hotel stay with three full circuit days. Wednesday’s events need an extra night. Enter actual hotel, admission and transport totals in the editable planner; flights excluded. In My Itinerary, select your ticket or mark it already owned, confirm admission for each circuit day and enter your actual booking totals. Check the total stay length and every person's admission. Confirm accessible transfers and the complete return journey with the operator. | ##### Stays | Place Id | From Offset | To Offset | Note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | accommodation-citizenm-austin-downtown | 0 | 4 | Four nights, Thursday 22 to Monday 26 October. | ##### Days ###### Arrive and choose your Thursday fan event | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-22 | | Title | Arrive and choose your Thursday fan event | | Guidance | Settle into your hotel before the evening. Pen to Pit Lane, 17:30–20:30, and Vowles at Williams, 18:00, are alternatives; pick one. Grand PrixView at COTA requires an earlier arrival, its own admission and circuit transport. If arrival and setup leave enough time, the optional Grand PrixView pit-lane walk runs 14:00–16:00 with separate Thursday admission and transport. | ###### Stops | Place Id | Period | Duration Minutes | Note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | red-bull-pen-to-pit-lane-austin | Thursday 17:30–20:30 | 180 | Claim a free ticket and follow its Grand Ballroom check-in instructions. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Optional Austin experiences | [/things-to-do]() | ###### Friday practice at COTA | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-23 | | Title | Friday practice at COTA | | Race Day | Yes | | Guidance | Give practice and the circuit return the whole day. Damon Hill’s 10:00 Williams Q&A is a city-first alternative; do not assume it fits before your shuttle. Maroon 5 is an optional circuit evening. Carry admission valid for today; accommodation and transport bookings do not include race entry. Official shuttles are expected to start around 08:00; confirm your pass departure and hotel connection. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Race and concert programme | [/race-week]() | | Ticketed viewing areas | [/circuit]() | ###### Qualifying and your chosen circuit evening | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-24 | | Title | Qualifying and your chosen circuit evening | | Race Day | Yes | | Guidance | Keep qualifying clear. Stay for Post Malone only with a workable return. The advertised Steiner/Red Flags show at ACL Live is cancelled. Carry admission valid for today; accommodation and transport bookings do not include race entry. Official shuttles are expected to start around 07:30; confirm your pass departure and hotel connection. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Race and concert programme | [/race-week]() | | Ticketed viewing areas | [/circuit]() | ###### The Grand Prix and post-race choices | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-25 | | Title | The Grand Prix and post-race choices | | Race Day | Yes | | Guidance | The race starts at 15:00. Allow for the drivers’ parade and optional staff-controlled track walk. Choose Alesso at 17:30 only around the final confirmed return to your hotel. The drivers’ parade runs 13:00–13:30 from your permitted spectator area. After the race, the optional Fan Track Walk opens when staff permit; no fixed start time is published. Keep the return to your accommodation in the plan. Carry admission valid for today; accommodation and transport bookings do not include race entry. Official shuttles are expected to start around 07:30; confirm your pass departure and hotel connection. Sunday’s busiest shuttle window is 09:30–12:15; aim to travel earlier. Alesso starts at 17:30. Shuttles run throughout Sunday, but the final return time is not published; confirm it with your pass provider before staying. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Race and concert programme | [/race-week]() | | Ticketed viewing areas | [/circuit]() | ###### Departure or one last simulator session | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Date | 2026-10-26 | | Title | Departure or one last simulator session | | Guidance | Check out and arrange luggage collection before heading north. One Line normally opens Monday at 19:00, so it needs an evening flight with ample margin or an extra hotel night; it is not a morning departure stop. | ###### Parts | Label | To | | --- | --- | | Tickets, choices and estimated budget | [/my-itinerary]() | | Motorsport activities and week planning | [/motorsport-experiences]() | | Fan events and appearance updates | [/#driver-diary]() | | Outward and return transport | [/getting-to-austin]() | | Accommodation choices | [/where-to-stay]() | | Optional Austin experiences | [/things-to-do]() | ### Briefings #### Keep your Austin transport guide offline | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Eyebrow | Save before travelling | ##### Links | To | Label | | --- | --- | | [/#race-guide-signup]() | Sign up and download the Austin transport PDF | | [/getting-to-austin]() | Read the transport guide online | #### Choose your admission days, then your view | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Eyebrow | 2026 tickets | ##### Facts | Label | Value | | --- | --- | | Reserved seating | Compare Turn 1, Turn 4, Turn 9, Turn 12 and Turn 15 offers. Main Grandstand and Turn 19 three-day offers are marked sold out; keep your existing ticket in the planner if you already own one. | | General Admission and Flex Pass | Three-day grounds passes and Flex Passes are sold out. General Admission has no reserved seat; Flex Pass holders should use the different seating assignment shown for each day. | | One day at COTA | Advertised day prices start at $109.13 Friday, $271.60 Saturday and $249 Sunday. Select your viewing area with the seller to see its price and conditions. A single-day ticket covers only that day. | | Thursday Grand PrixView | Thursday admission starts at $20. Holders of three-day race or hospitality tickets purchased directly from COTA can claim a separate free Thursday ticket. COTALAND admission costs extra; arrange Thursday transport separately. | | Hospitality | Compare The Terrace, Guest House, Club SI and Paddock Club inclusions. The Terrace charges separately for alcohol and premium parking. Club SI and Paddock Club require an availability enquiry; Champions Club is sold out. | | Williams supporters | The Williams package starts at $747 for Turn 4 sections 1–2, with a cap, flag and merchandise discount. A driver meeting is a sweepstakes opportunity, not guaranteed access; confirm your exact seat and level. | ##### Links | To | Label | | --- | --- | | [/#plan-your-trip]() | Choose your race ticket in the planner | | [/getting-to-austin#austin-ticket-arrivals]() | Connect your viewing area and arrival | | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/event/f1/tickets/]() | Open COTA ticket sales | #### Choose the whole journey before buying a shuttle pass | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Eyebrow | Hotel → departure → COTA | ##### Facts | Label | Value | | --- | --- | | Waterloo Park shuttle | Reach Waterloo Park using the departure instructions on your pass. The downtown service arrives on the Grand Plaza side of COTA; continue to the entrance and seat shown on your race ticket. Advertised from $49; select the date and pass duration before comparing totals. | | Travis County Expo Center shuttle | Arrange travel from your hotel to the Expo Center. The 2026 parking map places this arrival at McAngus; follow the signed tram connection to Grand Plaza and confirm boarding instructions with staff. Advertised from $34; select the date and pass duration before comparing totals. | | Park ’n Ride | Follow the origin and approach on your parking pass. The COTA arrival is near Turn 11, separate from the downtown and Expo services. Check the parking seller for the correct lot, days and shuttle inclusion. | | McAngus rideshare | Follow the McAngus drop-off instructions in your booking. Rideshare cannot use the restricted section of COTA Boulevard. Take the complimentary tram from North McAngus to Grand Plaza, then follow your ticket’s entrance instructions. Price and pickup availability depend on your booking. | ##### Links | To | Label | | --- | --- | | [https://www.gofevo.com/group/2026f1shuttles]() | Choose an official shuttle pass | | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/en/buy/2026-f1-parking]() | Choose COTA parking | | [/where-to-stay]() | Compare hotel bases | #### Check what your ticket already includes | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Eyebrow | After the track action | | Title | Check what your ticket already includes | ##### Facts | Label | Value | | --- | --- | | Friday · Maroon 5 | A COTA-purchased race ticket valid for Friday includes general concert admission. The floor upgrade is advertised at $89 including its $10 fee; confirm any taxes at payment. | | Super Stage approach | Enter the Festival Lawn through the Infield Entrance near Tunnel 2 and The Ranch, or between Turns 10 and 11. Collect any concert-upgrade wristband before heading to the stage; follow the collection and entry instructions for your upgrade. | | Saturday · Post Malone | A COTA-purchased race ticket valid for Saturday includes general concert admission. Floor and premium upgrades are offered separately; check the seller for prices. | | Sunday · Alesso | Alesso starts at 17:30 at the Germania Insurance Amphitheater. A COTA-purchased race ticket valid for Sunday includes general concert admission; a floor upgrade is offered separately. Use Grand Plaza for the Amphitheater. | | Friday · daytime music | At The Ranch: BARTLY 10:15, Restos 11:30, Jennifer Foster & the Audacity 14:30. At La Cantina: Mariachi Voz de Pasión 10:15, Grupo Morros 11:30, Los Alcos 14:30. | | Saturday · daytime music | At The Ranch: Monica Valli 10:30, Mayeux & Broussard 13:45, Next of Kin 17:15. At La Cantina: Midnight Navy 10:30, Andrea Daniela 13:45, Carrie Rodriguez 17:15. | | Sunday · daytime music | At The Ranch: LeTrainiump 10:00, Moving Panoramas 12:30, Nakia & the Never Not Now 13:45. At La Cantina: lluvii 10:00, SANA SANA MUSICA 12:30, Gina Chavez 13:45. Leave time to reach your viewing area before the 15:00 Grand Prix. | | Hospitality guests | The Guest House and Club SI include Friday and Saturday on-track concert upgrades. The Terrace includes a Super Stage standing upgrade; dedicated concert entry costs extra. Check your package before buying another upgrade. | | Getting home | Friday and Saturday return shuttles finish 60 minutes after the music ends. Allow time to reach the correct queue from the stage. Confirm Sunday’s final return before staying for Alesso. | ##### Links | To | Label | | --- | --- | | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/en/buy/2026-f1-superstage]() | Compare concert upgrades | | [/getting-to-austin#austin-return-plan]() | Plan your return journey | #### Choose one area, then leave room for the return | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Eyebrow | Three extra-day plans | ##### Facts | Label | Value | | --- | --- | | South Austin and Driftwood | Start with the Wildflower Center, then continue to the original Salt Lick. Pre-purchase the garden and arrange a car or driver for both directions. Keep one driver alcohol-free. The Blanton is the city fallback if weather or transport makes the regional plan unsuitable. | | Lockhart park and barbecue | Reserve Lockhart State Park, walk before the heat of the day and choose Black’s or Kreuz as the main meal. A second smokehouse works as a shared tasting stop, not another full lunch. Keep the Monday plan here: both restaurants and the park publish Monday opening. | | Johnson City and the Hill Country | On Wednesday–Saturday, pair Science Mill with the nearby NPS visitor centre. Pedernales Falls is a separate outdoor anchor: reserve entry and replace part of the museum day rather than stacking all three visits. | | Family and indoor fallback | Science Mill is the family-focused indoor option from Wednesday to Saturday. The Blanton is the central Austin fallback Tuesday–Sunday and is closed Monday. Check the selected date before cancelling a road plan. | | Cars, drivers and alcohol | These extensions need a pre-booked car, rental vehicle or driver. Agree the pickup, final Austin drop-off and any waiting time in advance. Do not combine tasting or drinks with driving. | | Protect the race weekend | Keep Friday–Sunday clear for COTA. Use Monday–Wednesday after the race for extensions, or add them before Thursday. Do not place a substantial regional day between a late concert return and an early circuit departure. | ##### Links | To | Label | | --- | --- | | [/itineraries]() | Save the seven-night Austin extension | | [/things-to-do]() | Compare every Austin and Hill Country visit | | [/getting-to-austin]() | Plan COTA transport separately | ## Itinerary Policy - Itinerary Policy: Templates retain their published edition, timings and assumptions. A historical template is not a confirmed timetable for another year. Personalise using the current schedule, ticket eligibility, arrival point, accommodation and transfer buffers. ## Race timetable details | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Guide Label | Austin | | Event | Formula 1 MSC Cruises United States Grand Prix 2026 | | Circuit | Circuit of the Americas (COTA), Austin, Texas | | Dates | 22–25 October 2026; F1 sessions 23–25 October | | Timezone | Austin local time (America/Chicago, UTC−5) | | Status | F1 and F1 Academy times confirmed; two Porsche race times awaiting confirmation | | Programme Confirmed | Yes | | Strict Edition Match | Yes | | Source Year | 2026 | | Preliminary | No | | Times Estimated | No | | Format Label | Practice, qualifying and the Grand Prix. | | Note | Thursday admission is separate from the Friday–Sunday programme. Saturday and Sunday Porsche race times await confirmation. Times may change; check the organiser before travel. | | Source Label | Formula 1 · official timetable | | Year | 2026 | ### Series included - Formula 1 - F1 Academy - Porsche Carrera Cup North America - Masters Historic Racing - Grand PrixView ### Venue Access | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Timezone | America/Chicago | | Note | Thursday requires separate admission. Friday–Sunday entry follows the day and area on your ticket. Two Porsche race times remain to be confirmed; leave flexibility around those sessions. | #### Days | Date | Opens | Admission | | --- | --- | --- | | 2026-10-22 | 11:30 | Use a separate Thursday ticket. | | 2026-10-23 | 09:00 | Use a ticket valid for Friday. | | 2026-10-24 | 08:30 | Use a ticket valid for Saturday. | | 2026-10-25 | 08:30 | Use a ticket valid for Sunday. | ### Schedule #### Thursday October 22 | Time | Series | Session | Start Date | End Date | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 12:25 - 13:05 | F1 Academy | Practice (Thursday admission required) | 2026-10-22T12:25:00-05:00 | 2026-10-22T13:05:00-05:00 | | 14:00 - 16:00 | Grand PrixView | Pit-lane walk (separate Thursday ticket required) | 2026-10-22T14:00:00-05:00 | 2026-10-22T16:00:00-05:00 | | 16:30 - 17:00 | F1 Academy | Qualifying (Thursday admission required) | 2026-10-22T16:30:00-05:00 | 2026-10-22T17:00:00-05:00 | #### Friday October 23 | Time | Series | Session | Start Date | End Date | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 09:45 - 10:10 | Masters Historic Racing | Practice | 2026-10-23T09:45:00-05:00 | 2026-10-23T10:10:00-05:00 | | 12:30 - 13:30 | Formula 1 | Free Practice 1 | 2026-10-23T12:30:00-05:00 | 2026-10-23T13:30:00-05:00 | | 14:00 - 14:30 | Porsche Carrera Cup North America | Practice | 2026-10-23T14:00:00-05:00 | 2026-10-23T14:30:00-05:00 | | 14:55 - 15:20 | Masters Historic Racing | Qualifying | 2026-10-23T14:55:00-05:00 | 2026-10-23T15:20:00-05:00 | | 16:00 - 17:00 | Formula 1 | Free Practice 2 | 2026-10-23T16:00:00-05:00 | 2026-10-23T17:00:00-05:00 | | 17:50 - 18:25 | F1 Academy | Opening Race | 2026-10-23T17:50:00-05:00 | 2026-10-23T18:25:00-05:00 | #### Saturday October 24 | Time | Series | Session | Start Date | End Date | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 09:10 - 09:40 | Porsche Carrera Cup North America | Qualifying | 2026-10-24T09:10:00-05:00 | 2026-10-24T09:40:00-05:00 | | 10:10 - 10:40 | Masters Historic Racing | Race 1 | 2026-10-24T10:10:00-05:00 | 2026-10-24T10:40:00-05:00 | | 12:30 - 13:30 | Formula 1 | Free Practice 3 | 2026-10-24T12:30:00-05:00 | 2026-10-24T13:30:00-05:00 | | 14:45 - 15:20 | F1 Academy | Reverse Grid Race | 2026-10-24T14:45:00-05:00 | 2026-10-24T15:20:00-05:00 | | 16:00 - 17:00 | Formula 1 | Grand Prix Qualifying | 2026-10-24T16:00:00-05:00 | 2026-10-24T17:00:00-05:00 | | Time to be confirmed | Porsche Carrera Cup North America | Race 1 (Time to be confirmed) | | | #### Sunday October 25 | Time | Series | Session | Start Date | End Date | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 09:25 - 09:55 | Masters Historic Racing | Race 2 | 2026-10-25T09:25:00-05:00 | 2026-10-25T09:55:00-05:00 | | 10:40 - 11:10 | F1 Academy | Feature Race | 2026-10-25T10:40:00-05:00 | 2026-10-25T11:10:00-05:00 | | 13:00 - 13:30 | Formula 1 | Drivers’ Parade | 2026-10-25T13:00:00-05:00 | 2026-10-25T13:30:00-05:00 | | 14:44 - 14:46 | Formula 1 | National Anthem | 2026-10-25T14:44:00-05:00 | 2026-10-25T14:46:00-05:00 | | 15:00 - 17:00 | Formula 1 | Grand Prix (56 laps) | 2026-10-25T15:00:00-05:00 | 2026-10-25T17:00:00-05:00 | | Time to be confirmed | Porsche Carrera Cup North America | Race 2 (Time to be confirmed) | | | ## Gates and access | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Circuit Slug | austin-f1 | | Circuit Name | Circuit of the Americas (COTA) | | Edition Year | 2026 | ### Access Map | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Status | 2026 entrances and tram stops. Select your viewing area for a recommended approach; hospitality credentials may specify a separate gate. | | Event Note | Public entrances lead to the GA grounds; reserved seats, clubs and paddock areas require the appropriate ticket or credential. | #### Source Labels - 2026 fan map - 2026 arrival guide - 2026 Club SI entrance - Admission access policy - 2026 parking and shuttle map - Current shuttle service - Accessibility support #### Arrival Advice | Label | Text | | --- | --- | | Choose your entrance | Use the recommended public approach for your viewing area. Club SI uses exclusive Gate 14 beside Lot D; other hospitality guests should follow their host’s check-in instructions. | | Gate opening times | 22 October: 11:30. 23 October: 09:00. 24–25 October: 08:30. All times are Austin local time. | | Trams & rideshare | Complimentary trams run around the circuit perimeter during the event. Rideshare uses North McAngus, with a complimentary tram transfer to Grand Plaza. | | Return journey | Waterloo Park, Travis County Expo Center and Park ’n Ride are separate services. Use the pickup instructions on your transport pass. | #### Gates ##### Main Grandstand entrance | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Short Label | M | | Name | Main Grandstand entrance | | Primary Transit Link | Perimeter tram · Main Grandstand area. | | Walk Label | Follow the signed spectator concourse to your viewing area. | | Accessibility | For accessible arrival assistance, contact ada@thecircuit.com or 512-301-6600. | | Confidence | Approximate entrance area on the official 2026 fan map. | | Edition Year | 2026 | | Visitor Description | Follow the Main Grandstand concourse to your reserved seating or hospitality check-in. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-main-upper-club - austin-main-mezzanine - austin-main-lower - austin-main-lower-trackside - austin-champions-club-main - austin-paddock-club ##### Turn 1 entrance | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Short Label | 1 | | Name | Turn 1 entrance | | Primary Transit Link | Perimeter tram · Turn 1 area. | | Walk Label | Follow the signed spectator concourse to your viewing area. | | Accessibility | For accessible arrival assistance, contact ada@thecircuit.com or 512-301-6600. | | Confidence | Approximate entrance area on the official 2026 fan map. | | Edition Year | 2026 | | Visitor Description | Use the Turn 1 approach for the grandstand and nearby GA banks. Expect an uphill walk. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-turn-1-grandstand - austin-turn-1-ga-hill ##### Turns 3–5 entrance | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Short Label | 3 | | Name | Turns 3–5 entrance | | Primary Transit Link | Perimeter tram · Turns 3–5 area. | | Walk Label | Follow the signed spectator concourse to your viewing area. | | Accessibility | For accessible arrival assistance, contact ada@thecircuit.com or 512-301-6600. | | Confidence | Approximate entrance area on the official 2026 fan map. | | Edition Year | 2026 | | Visitor Description | Use the Turns 3–5 approach for Turn 4 seating, Texas Tailgate and nearby GA banks. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-turn-4-grandstand - austin-turn-4-lower - austin-turn-2-3-ga ##### Turn 6 entrance | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Short Label | 6 | | Name | Turn 6 entrance | | Primary Transit Link | Perimeter tram · Turn 6 area. | | Walk Label | Follow the signed spectator concourse to your viewing area. | | Accessibility | For accessible arrival assistance, contact ada@thecircuit.com or 512-301-6600. | | Confidence | Approximate entrance area on the official 2026 fan map. | | Edition Year | 2026 | | Visitor Description | Use the Turn 6 approach for the esses-side GA banks. Terrace guests should follow their VIP entry instructions. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-turn-6-7-ga - austin-terrace-turn-6 ##### Turn 11 entrance | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Short Label | 11 | | Name | Turn 11 entrance | | Primary Transit Link | Park ’n Ride · perimeter tram · Turn 11. | | Walk Label | Follow the signed spectator concourse to your viewing area. | | Accessibility | For accessible arrival assistance, contact ada@thecircuit.com or 512-301-6600. | | Confidence | Approximate entrance area on the official 2026 fan map. | | Edition Year | 2026 | | Visitor Description | Park ’n Ride arrives on this side. Continue along the spectator route to Turn 9 seating or the northern GA banks. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-turn-9-grandstand - austin-turn-10-11-ga - austin-infield-ga ##### Grand Plaza entrance | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Short Label | GP | | Name | Grand Plaza entrance | | Primary Transit Link | Downtown shuttle · McAngus tram transfer · Grand Plaza. | | Walk Label | Follow the signed spectator concourse to your viewing area. | | Accessibility | For accessible arrival assistance, contact ada@thecircuit.com or 512-301-6600. | | Confidence | Approximate entrance area on the official 2026 fan map. | | Edition Year | 2026 | | Visitor Description | Enter through Grand Plaza for the Turn 12, Turn 15 and Turn 19 side. Downtown shuttles and the McAngus transfer connect here. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-turn-12-grandstand - austin-turn-15-grandstand - austin-turn-19-grandstand - austin-turn-19-lower - austin-turn-16-ga - austin-turn-19-20-ga-hill - austin-guest-house-turn-20 ##### Gate 14 · Club SI | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Short Label | 14 | | Name | Gate 14 · Club SI | | Primary Transit Link | Lot D · Club SI entry on the Grand Plaza side. | | Walk Label | Follow the signed spectator concourse to your viewing area. | | Accessibility | For accessible arrival assistance, contact ada@thecircuit.com or 512-301-6600. | | Confidence | Approximate entrance area on the official 2026 fan map. | | Edition Year | 2026 | | Visitor Description | Exclusive expedited entry beside Lot D for Club SI credential holders. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-club-si ###### Restricted To Stand Ids - austin-club-si #### Walking Routes ##### Main Grandstand concourse approach | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Main Grandstand concourse approach | | Gate Id | austin-gate-main | | Distance Label | Concourse approach | | Surface | Follow the signed spectator concourse; request an accessible route from COTA. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-main-upper-club - austin-main-mezzanine - austin-main-lower - austin-main-lower-trackside - austin-champions-club-main ##### Turn 1 concourse approach | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turn 1 concourse approach | | Gate Id | austin-gate-turn-1 | | Distance Label | Concourse approach | | Surface | Follow the signed spectator concourse; request an accessible route from COTA. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-turn-1-grandstand - austin-turn-1-ga-hill ##### Turns 3–5 concourse approach | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turns 3–5 concourse approach | | Gate Id | austin-gate-turn-3 | | Distance Label | Concourse approach | | Surface | Follow the signed spectator concourse; request an accessible route from COTA. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-turn-4-grandstand - austin-turn-4-lower - austin-turn-2-3-ga ##### Turn 6 concourse approach | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turn 6 concourse approach | | Gate Id | austin-gate-turn-6 | | Distance Label | Concourse approach | | Surface | Follow the signed spectator concourse; request an accessible route from COTA. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-turn-6-7-ga ##### Turn 11 concourse approach | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turn 11 concourse approach | | Gate Id | austin-gate-turn-11 | | Distance Label | Concourse approach | | Surface | Follow the signed spectator concourse; request an accessible route from COTA. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-turn-9-grandstand - austin-turn-10-11-ga ##### Grand Plaza concourse approach | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Grand Plaza concourse approach | | Gate Id | austin-gate-grand-plaza | | Distance Label | Concourse approach | | Surface | Follow the signed spectator concourse; request an accessible route from COTA. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-turn-12-grandstand - austin-turn-15-grandstand - austin-turn-19-grandstand - austin-turn-19-lower - austin-turn-16-ga - austin-turn-19-20-ga-hill ##### Gate 14 concourse approach | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Gate 14 concourse approach | | Gate Id | austin-gate-gate-14 | | Distance Label | Concourse approach | | Surface | Follow the signed spectator concourse; request an accessible route from COTA. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-club-si #### Transit Stops | Short Label | Name | Mode | Onward | Confidence | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Downtown | Downtown shuttle arrival — Grand Plaza | shuttle | From Waterloo Park. Follow the current shuttle signage toward Grand Plaza; the marker is the arrival area, not a numbered bay. | Official 2026 handoff area; approximate map-aligned point, not an exact loading bay or confirmed accessible boarding location. | | Expo | Expo Center shuttle arrival — McAngus | shuttle | From Travis County Expo Center. Follow the McAngus transfer signs towards Grand Plaza, then continue to your recommended entrance. | Official 2026 handoff area; approximate map-aligned point, not an exact loading bay or confirmed accessible boarding location. | | Rideshare | North McAngus rideshare handoff | rideshare | Rideshare uses North McAngus. Take the complimentary tram to Grand Plaza; rideshare vehicles cannot use COTA Boulevard. | Official 2026 handoff area; approximate map-aligned point, not an exact loading bay or confirmed accessible boarding location. | | P&R | Park ’n Ride arrival — Turn 11 | shuttle | This drop-off is near Turn 11, separate from both the downtown and Expo Center shuttles. Match the return service to your parking pass. | Official 2026 handoff area; approximate map-aligned point, not an exact loading bay or confirmed accessible boarding location. | #### Transit Links | Name | Mode | | --- | --- | | Downtown shuttle · final COTA Boulevard approach, schematic | shuttle | #### Ticket Assignments ##### Gates and access — Access Map — Ticket Assignments 1 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Blocks | Club SI hospitality credential | | Gate Id | austin-gate-gate-14 | | Gate Label | Gate 14 | | Prm | No | | Note | Exclusive entry beside Lot D for Club SI credential holders. Arrange accessible arrival assistance with COTA. | | Edition Year | 2026 | ###### Stations - Grand Plaza / downtown shuttle arrival area #### Ticket Approaches | Gate Id | Gate Label | Kind | Edition Year | Note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | austin-gate-main | Main Grandstand | recommended | 2026 | Your reserved ticket is required to enter the seating section. | | austin-gate-main | Main Grandstand | recommended | 2026 | Your reserved ticket is required to enter the seating section. | | austin-gate-main | Main Grandstand | recommended | 2026 | Your reserved ticket is required to enter the seating section. | | austin-gate-main | Main Grandstand | recommended | 2026 | Your reserved ticket is required to enter the seating section. | | austin-gate-turn-1 | Turn 1 | recommended | 2026 | Your reserved ticket is required to enter the seating section. | | austin-gate-turn-3 | Turns 3–5 | recommended | 2026 | Your reserved ticket is required to enter the seating section. | | austin-gate-turn-3 | Turns 3–5 | recommended | 2026 | Your reserved ticket is required to enter the seating section. | | austin-gate-turn-11 | Turn 11 | recommended | 2026 | Your reserved ticket is required to enter the seating section. | | austin-gate-grand-plaza | Grand Plaza | recommended | 2026 | Your reserved ticket is required to enter the seating section. | | austin-gate-grand-plaza | Grand Plaza | recommended | 2026 | Your reserved ticket is required to enter the seating section. | | austin-gate-grand-plaza | Grand Plaza | recommended | 2026 | Your reserved ticket is required to enter the seating section. | | austin-gate-grand-plaza | Grand Plaza | recommended | 2026 | Your reserved ticket is required to enter the seating section. | | austin-gate-turn-1 | Turn 1 | recommended | 2026 | General Admission covers viewing banks, without a reserved grandstand seat. | | austin-gate-turn-3 | Turns 3–5 | recommended | 2026 | General Admission covers viewing banks, without a reserved grandstand seat. | | austin-gate-turn-6 | Turn 6 | recommended | 2026 | General Admission covers viewing banks, without a reserved grandstand seat. | | austin-gate-turn-11 | Turn 11 | recommended | 2026 | Enter on the Turn 11 side, then follow the signed spectator route and permitted crossings to the infield. | | austin-gate-turn-11 | Turn 11 | recommended | 2026 | General Admission covers viewing banks, without a reserved grandstand seat. | | austin-gate-grand-plaza | Grand Plaza | recommended | 2026 | General Admission covers viewing banks, without a reserved grandstand seat. | | austin-gate-grand-plaza | Grand Plaza | recommended | 2026 | General Admission covers viewing banks, without a reserved grandstand seat. | | austin-gate-main | Main Grandstand | recommended | 2026 | Approach on this side of the circuit, then use the check-in and entry instructions supplied by your hospitality host. | | austin-gate-turn-6 | Turn 6 | recommended | 2026 | Approach on this side of the circuit, then use the check-in and entry instructions supplied by your hospitality host. | | austin-gate-grand-plaza | Grand Plaza | recommended | 2026 | Approach on this side of the circuit, then use the check-in and entry instructions supplied by your hospitality host. | | austin-gate-main | Main Grandstand | recommended | 2026 | Approach on this side of the circuit, then use the check-in and entry instructions supplied by your hospitality host. | #### Visitor Guide | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Heading | Find your ticket entrance. | | Note | Choose your viewing area for a recommended entrance. Use any specific gate printed on your ticket or hospitality instructions. | | Event Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/event/f1/know-before-you-go-drft/]() | #### Gate Opening Hours | Date | Opens | Time Zone | | --- | --- | --- | | 2026-10-22 | 11:30 | America/Chicago | | 2026-10-23 | 09:00 | America/Chicago | | 2026-10-24 | 08:30 | America/Chicago | | 2026-10-25 | 08:30 | America/Chicago | ## Journey Order - Country / international arrival - Airport or station to city / accommodation - City to circuit transport stop - Ticket-valid gate - Gate to eligible grandstand or viewing area ## Journey Policy - Journey Policy: Join the published gate, stop and stand IDs. Preserve ticket-zone restrictions, accessible-route notes, operating dates and estimated-walk labels. Unconnected stages remain unknown; do not invent transfer times or access rights. ## Information not yet available - No published ready-made itinerary templates for this destination; use the page’s planning instructions. ## Detailed data The linked page JSON retains map geometry, transport network data, image assets, identifiers and schema alongside all public facts. ## Sources and editorial notes - [COTA · ticket products]() - [COTA · 2026 shuttles; Gates and access — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Source Urls]() - [COTA · 2026 parking and arrival map; Gates and access — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Transit Stops — Source Url; Gates and access — Access Map — Transit Links — Source Url]() - [COTA · 2026 arrival guide; Race timetable details — Source Urls; Gates and access — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Transit Stops — Source Url; Gates and access — Access Map — Gate Opening Hours — Source Url]() - [COTA · American Soundtrack programme]() - [COTA / Ticketmaster · concert upgrades]() - [Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center · visit]() - [Blanton Museum of Art · visit]() - [Lockhart State Park · visitor information]() - [Science Mill · autumn hours]() - [LBJ National Historical Park · visitor centres]() - [Pedernales Falls State Park · visitor information]() - [Race timetable details — Source Url; Race timetable details — Source Urls]() - [Race timetable details — Source Urls]() - [Race timetable details — Source Urls; Race timetable details — Schedule — Thursday October 22 — Source Url; Race timetable details — Schedule — Friday October 23 — Source Url; Race timetable details — Schedule — Saturday October 24 — Source Url; Race timetable details — Schedule — Sunday October 25 — Source Url]() - [Gates and access — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Gates — Source Url; Main Grandstand entrance — Source Url; Turn 1 entrance — Source Url; Turns 3–5 entrance — Source Url; Turn 6 entrance — Source Url; Turn 11 entrance — Source Url; Grand Plaza entrance — Source Url; Gates and access — Access Map — Walking Routes — Source Url; Main Grandstand concourse approach — Source Url; Turn 1 concourse approach — Source Url; Turns 3–5 concourse approach — Source Url; Turn 6 concourse approach — Source Url; Turn 11 concourse approach — Source Url; Grand Plaza concourse approach — Source Url; Gate 14 concourse approach — Source Url; Gates and access — Access Map — Ticket Approaches — Source Url]() - [Gates and access — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Gates — Source Url; Gate 14 · Club SI — Source Url; Gates and access — Access Map — Ticket Assignments — Source Url; Gates and access — Access Map — Ticket Assignments 1 — Source Url]() - [Gates and access — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Source Urls]() - [Gates and access — Source Urls]() - [Gates and access — Source Urls]() - [Gates and access — Source Urls]() - [Gates and access — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Source Urls]() - [Gates and access — Source Urls]() - [Gates and access — Source Urls]() - [Gates and access — Source Urls]() - [Gates and access — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Source Urls]() - [Gates and access — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Source Urls]() - [Gates and access — Source Urls]() - Itinerary planning — Briefings — Reviewed On: 2026-10-20 - Itinerary planning — Briefings — Reviewed On: 2026-10-12 - Itinerary planning — Briefings — Reviewed On: 2026-10-13 - Keep your Austin transport guide offline — Reviewed On: 2026-10-20 - Choose your admission days, then your view — Reviewed On: 2026-10-12 - Choose the whole journey before buying a shuttle pass — Reviewed On: 2026-10-13 - Check what your ticket already includes — Reviewed On: 2026-10-13 - Race timetable details — Reviewed On: 2026-10-13 - Race timetable details — Editorial Notes — Support Time Conflict: Reviewed 13 October 2026. F1 Academy’s Round 5 timetable corroborates COTA: Saturday Reverse Grid 14:45–15:20 and Sunday Feature 10:40–11:10. These replace the conflicting generic F1 listings. Porsche remains unresolved: F1 lists Saturday 14:35–15:15 and Sunday 10:35–11:15, while COTA lists Saturday 17:55–18:35 and Sunday 11:50–12:30. The series calendar confirms the round but supplies no session times. Preserve the two Porsche race days and identities without timestamps. Press conferences and hot laps remain omitted because listing them does not establish spectator participation. - Race timetable details — Editorial Notes — Pit Walk: COTA’s live 2026 programme lists 14:00–16:00 on 22 October. Its access FAQ still says timing will follow; use the programme for timing and the FAQ for Thursday-ticket and Grand Plaza entry requirements. - Gates and access — Last Verified: 2026-10-13 - Gates and access — Map Status: Approximate viewing areas and 2026 entrances. Select your ticket for a recommended approach; Club SI uses exclusive Gate 14. - Gates and access — Access Map — Last Verified: 2026-10-13 ## Guide and hub links - [Austin F1 Guide 2026: The Insider’s USGP & COTA Playbook](https://above.guide/austin-f1/index.md): [Web page](https://above.guide/austin-f1) ### Related pages linked from this page - [COTA Track Guide 2026: Best Grandstands, Views & Map](https://above.guide/austin-f1/circuit.md): [Web page](https://above.guide/austin-f1/circuit) - [Things to Do in Austin for F1: BBQ, Live Music & City Visits](https://above.guide/austin-f1/things-to-do.md): [Web page](https://above.guide/austin-f1/things-to-do) - [Terry Black’s Barbecue · Austin | Austin F1 Things to Do | Above Guide](https://above.guide/austin-f1/things-to-do/terry-blacks-barbecue-austin.md): [Web page](https://above.guide/austin-f1/things-to-do/terry-blacks-barbecue-austin) - [Getting to COTA 2026: Shuttles, Parking & Return Travel](https://above.guide/austin-f1/getting-to-austin.md): [Web page](https://above.guide/austin-f1/getting-to-austin) - [Where to Stay for Austin F1 (2026): Best Areas & Hotels](https://above.guide/austin-f1/where-to-stay.md): [Web page](https://above.guide/austin-f1/where-to-stay) ## Related machine-readable resources - [All Above Guide destinations](https://above.guide/llms.txt) - [Guide index](https://above.guide/austin-f1/llms.txt) - [Complete guide bundle](https://above.guide/austin-f1/llms-full.txt) - [Manifest](https://above.guide/austin-f1/ai/manifest.json)