MotoGP Portugal 2026: Portimão race times, tickets and circuit guide
The Portuguese round of the MotoGP World Championship takes place in Portimão on 20–22 November. According to the provisional official schedule, the Sprint starts at 15:00 on Saturday and the main MotoGP race at 13:00 on Sunday.
Why the Portimão round matters
The Repsol Grande Prémio de Portugal is round 21 of the 2026 MotoGP World Championship. The Autódromo Internacional do Algarve is known for fast direction changes, hard braking zones and significant elevation changes. The circuit is 4.592 km long and has 15 corners.
The three-day event features MotoGP, Moto2 and Moto3. The MotoGP Sprint is held on Saturday and the main Grand Prix on Sunday.
Full race schedule for 20–22 November 2026
The times below are in Portuguese local time (WET, UTC+0) and were published by the organiser as a provisional schedule.
| Day | Time | Session |
|---|---|---|
| 20 November, Friday | 09:00 | Moto3 free practice 1 |
| Friday | 09:50 | Moto2 free practice 1 |
| Friday | 10:45 | MotoGP free practice 1 |
| Friday | 15:00–16:00 | MotoGP practice |
| 21 November, Saturday | 10:50–11:30 | MotoGP qualifying Q1 and Q2 |
| Saturday | 15:00 | MotoGP Tissot Sprint (12 laps) |
| 22 November, Sunday | 09:40 | MotoGP warm-up |
| Sunday | 11:15 | Moto2 race (21 laps) |
| Sunday | 13:00 | MotoGP Grand Prix (25 laps) |
| Sunday | 14:30 | Moto3 race (19 laps) |
Session order and times may change. Follow the official MotoGP calendar for the latest update.
Circuit address and location
Autódromo Internacional do Algarve (Algarve Motorsports Park)
Sítio do Escampadinho, Mexilhoeira Grande, 8500-148 Portimão, Portugal.
The circuit is outside Portimão city centre. Use the circuit name in your navigation app rather than just “Portimão centre”. On race days, grandstand entrances and parking directions may vary by ticket type.
Tickets, grandstand choice and entry rules
Use the Comprar Bilhetes link on the circuit's official event page. Prices, three-day packages, grandstand categories and availability change over time, so no fixed prices are given here.
According to the organiser's announcement, children over the age of 3 are admitted; check the official statement for the age limit and child ticket conditions. Consider sightlines, sun and wind when choosing a grandstand.
Getting there from Lisbon, Faro and Portimão
You can reach the Algarve from Lisbon by car, intercity bus or train; the final stretch to the circuit may require a car or a local transfer. Faro Airport is an option for visitors arriving by plane. Plan your journey from Portimão to the circuit around the race-day shuttle and parking arrangements.
Leave early for the circuit, especially on Sunday when traffic is expected to be heavy. November weather can be changeable; bring water, ear protection and clothing suited to the conditions.
Frequently asked questions
When is MotoGP Portugal 2026?
20–22 November 2026.
What time is the MotoGP Sprint?
15:00 on Saturday 21 November (Portuguese time), according to the provisional schedule.
What time is the main race?
13:00 on Sunday 22 November (Portuguese time), according to the provisional schedule.
Where can I buy tickets?
Via the ticket link on the official event page of the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve.
Is the circuit in central Portimão?
No. It is on the Mexilhoeira Grande side, outside the city centre.
Official sources
- Autódromo Internacional do Algarve – official event
- MotoGP – Portuguese Grand Prix official calendar
- Portugal MotoGP – provisional timetable