No Changes on Six-Round 2026 Calendar

The European Le Mans Series has revealed an unchanged, six-round calendar for the 2026 season, with all venues that feature on the current schedule set to be retained for next year.

Barcelona, Paul Ricard, Imola, Spa-Francorchamps, Silverstone and Portimao make up the schedule, with Silverstone notably maintaining its spot after it was brought in for the current season to replace Mugello.

Both the season opener and season finale have been pulled forward by one week, while the other four races remain on the same weekends compared to this year.

As a result, the calendar now kicks off at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on April 12, with the traditional Prologue pre-season test taking place on April 6-7.

Paul Ricard occupies its usual May slot for round two, after which the championship goes on a break to accommodate teams competing in the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Imola and Spa host rounds three and four in July and August, respectively, while Silverstone has kept its September slot. Portimao remains the host venue for the season finale, which takes place in October.

Notably, the two final rounds both clash with Intercontinental GT Challenge fixtures as the 4 Hours of Silverstone falls on the same weekend as the Suzuka 1000km while the Portimao finale clashes with the Indianapolis 8 Hour.

Additionally, the Barcelona season opener is also scheduled on the first weekend of the GT World Challenge Europe powered by AWS calendar at Paul Ricard.

“Year after year, the European Le Mans Series confirms its place as a reference in European endurance,” said ACO president Pierre Fillon.

“Spectator enthusiasm is buoyant and the continued record-breaking attendance augurs well for seasons to come.

The popular series remains attached to its star fixtures and the 2026 calendar features the continent’s most prominent circuits. We are grateful to all our hosts who contribute to the notoriety of the championship.

“The ACO is proud to witness the growth of the ELMS and to see more and more enthusiasts enjoy endurance racing.”

2026 European Le Mans Series Schedule:
April 6-7 – Prologue (Barcelona)
April 12 – Barcelona
May 3 – Paul Ricard
July 5 – Imola
Aug. 23 – Spa-Francorchamps
Sept. 13 – Silverstone
Oct. 10– Portimao