Official 2026 MotoGP Calendar Released: When is Mandalika? Save the Date!

The roar of engines, views of the blue sea, and green hills framing the Mandalika MotoGP circuit are once again set to become a global tourism magnet on October 9–11, 2026. The official schedule was announced by Dorna, the MotoGP promoter, alongside the full 2026 MotoGP calendar launch on Wednesday, November 5, 2025.

With 22 rounds spread across various continents, the Mandalika International Circuit in Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara, will be the 18th round, towards the end of a season typically full of championship title drama.

Mandalika Circuit: Racing and Vacation in One

In Mandalika, the race-watching experience isn't just about adrenaline but also about unmatched tourist charm.

The circuit, standing by the beach, offers views that make it hard for anyone to leave. 

From the grandstands, spectators can see the waves crashing at Kuta Mandalika Beach. Meanwhile, in the distance, the green hills of Bukit Seger add to the tropical atmosphere.

For MotoGP fans, October 9-11, 2026 isn't just a race schedule; it's also an invitation to explore Lombok in its most beautiful season, when the weather is clear, the sky is bright blue, and the sea is calm.

2026 MotoGP Calendar: From Thailand to Valencia

The 2026 MotoGP will start at the Chang International Circuit, Buriram, Thailand, on February 27-March 1, and end at the Circuit Ricardo Tormo, Valencia, Spain, on November 20–22.

There are a total of 22 rounds, the same number as the 2025 season, with the only change being the Argentine GP replaced by the Brazilian GP.

Mandalika returns as part of the Asian leg, alongside the Japanese GP (October 2-4), Australian GP (October 23-25), and Malaysian GP (October 30-November 1). 

This strategic position gives fans worldwide more reason to stop by Indonesia.

Fierce Competition, Increasingly Busy Destination

The 2026 MotoGP season is predicted to be exciting. In the last three years, the world champion has always changed: Francesco Bagnaia (2023), Jorge Martin (2024), and Marc Marquez (2025).

Marquez, who suffered an injury at Mandalika this season, is reported to have fully recovered and is ready to perform from the opening round. 

Meanwhile, Martin, who also had a long absence, will return to fiercely compete for the crown.

With the big stars back on track and the friendly tropical weather, it's no wonder the Mandalika GP will once again be a magnet for international spectators.

Making Mandalika More Than Just a Circuit

More than just a MotoGP racing venue, Mandalika has now become a new tourism icon for Eastern Indonesia. 

The local government and communities continue enhancing the area, from road infrastructure to hotel facilities, so visitors can enjoy world-class comfort without losing the local charm.

Full 2026 MotoGP Schedule

February 27-March 1: Thailand GP
March 20-22: Brazil GP
March 27-29: United States GP
April 10-12: Qatar GP
April 24-26: Spanish GP
May 08-10: French GP
May 15-17: Catalan GP
May 29-31: Italian GP
June 05-07: Hungarian GP
June 19-21: Czech GP
June 26-28: Dutch GP
July 10-12: German GP
August 07-09: British GP
August 28-30: Aragon GP
September 11-13: San Marino GP
September 18-20: Austrian GP
October 02-04: Japanese GP
October 09-11: Indonesian GP
October 23-25: Australian GP
October 30-November 1: Malaysian GP
November 13-15: Portuguese GP
November 20-22: Valencia GP