THE WORLD'S TOUGHEST ENDURANCE RACING CHALLENGE
The FIA World Endurance Championship (FIA WEC) is the world’s leading Endurance competition with legendary races such as the iconic 24 hours of Le Mans and the Six Hours of Spa-Francorchamps.
Have different lengths and provide teams with a multiple human and technical challenges on a truly global stage.
Now entering its 15th season, the 2026 WEC calendar gives WEC’s manufacturers, teams and partners intercontinental visibility in key regions around the world and fans the chance to see the action in person close to home.
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Prologue - Qatar
22 | 23 March 2026
The FIA WEC season is traditionally preceded by an official test session, the Prologue, at the same track hosting the series opener. For the third consecutive year, Qatar will be the home of the final preparations for 2025, but the start will be moved by one month to late March. While the intercontinental location is logistically tricky especially for teams using new machinery, the Prologue is always a valuable opportunity to learn in pleasing weather and progress ahead of race weekend.
Round 1 – Qatar 1812 km
28 March 2026
The third running of the Qatar 1812km will kick off the 2026 season. With a 10-hour time limit in place, this fast and flowing track will offer little room for error due to intense traffic and provide a lot of challenges. Overtaking is tricky due to the flow of the corners and tyre wear is a variable to consider with the abrasive surface.
Round 2 – Imola
19 April 2026
FIA WEC returns to the Imola Circuit for the third time to kick off its European stint, which will lead into the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The Italian circuit is relatively narrow, but overtaking is possible and the fan support is incredible. It also features elevation changes and some of the most famous and history-rich corners in motorsport.
Round 3 - Spa-Francorchamps
09 May 2026
Spa-Francorchamps is undoubtedly one of the most famous and exciting race circuits on any motorsport calendar. Featuring spectacular corners like Eau Rouge and Radillon, it has extremely fast straight sections, enhanced by elevation changes.
Spa is a mentally challenging circuit for drivers where simple mistakes on it can cost seconds due to its punishing nature. In addition, the notoriously unpredictable weather is to be taken seriously into account especially in the longer races.
Round 4 – 24H of Le Mans
13 | 14 June 2026
Probably the world’s most famous racetrack, Le Mans provides teams and drivers with an incredibly challenging layout of 13.62km, including large sections of closed public roads. There are many unique andmarks, including the Dunlop Bridge, the Porsche Curves, and the Panoramic Wheel, and the lead-up to the event is one of its kind. In addition, the full city supports the race as it’s unforgettable for fans and insiders alike. In terms of driving, the corners and chicanes are really technical, but the it’s the strategic, environmental, and competitive variables that make the difference.
Round 5 – São Paulo
11 | 12 July 2026
This compact circuit situated between the lakes outside São Paulo has delivered many historic moments, great battles and a lot of passion in the past. The teams race in the shade of many famous Formula 1 drivers, starting from the legendary Emerson Fittipaldi, the first winner, Nelson Piquet and Ayrton Senna. The race occurs during the Brazilian winter, so the conditions are tough to predict, while tyre wear is a key variable.
Round 6 – Lone Star Le Mans
06 September 2026
Sitting outside one of the most lively cities of the USA, Austin, with music vibes, high-tech flair and a young population, Circuit of The Americas has a unique layout. It features sweeping esses, technical sections and a huge climb up to the first corner that made it a modern classic.
The stars-and-stripes track markings, a high-rise tower and its huge flags are iconic, while being in one of the hottest times of the year add up to the challenge.
Round 7 – Fuji
27 September 2026
The penultimate round of the year is a visit to Fuji Speedway. Situated at the foot of the stunning Mount Fuji, Japan, this track has been a regular feature on the WEC calendar since 2012. With a long straight and a variety of corners, it is tough to predict and decide the car balance for the race. In addition, the outside temperatures and weather can vary wildly from one season to the other. Quick reactions from teams in terms of set-up is thus paramount.
Round 8 - Bahrain
07 November 2026
Bahrain is a fast track located in the Middle Eastern island-state. With very warm weather normally greeting the drivers, the 8-hour race heads into the night carrying changing conditions. As it sits in the middle of the desert, sand often makes its way on track, altering the grip levels and tyre wear. After the series finale, an epic beach celebration awards the best of the season.
