ZVSTREAMS — The MotoGP World Championship heads to Hungary for Round 8 of the 2026 season as riders prepare to battle at the Balaton Park Circuit from June 5-7, 2026. The Hungarian Grand Prix is expected to deliver another exciting weekend following the dramatic action at Mugello.
Located near Lake Balaton, the Balaton Park Circuit is one of the newest venues on the MotoGP calendar. The modern circuit features a challenging layout with multiple braking zones, technical corners, and overtaking opportunities that could produce unpredictable racing throughout the weekend.
2026 MotoGP Hungarian Grand Prix Schedule (Local Hungary Time)
All times below are listed in local Hungary time (CEST).
Friday, June 5, 2026
- Moto3 Free Practice 1: 09:00 - 09:35
- Moto2 Free Practice 1: 09:50 - 10:30
- MotoGP Free Practice 1: 10:45 - 11:30
- Moto3 Practice: 13:15 - 13:50
- Moto2 Practice: 14:05 - 14:45
- MotoGP Practice: 15:00 - 16:00
Saturday, June 6, 2026
- Moto3 Free Practice 2: 08:40 - 09:10
- Moto2 Free Practice 2: 09:25 - 09:55
- MotoGP Free Practice 2: 10:10 - 10:40
- MotoGP Qualifying 1: 10:50 - 11:05
- MotoGP Qualifying 2: 11:15 - 11:30
- Moto3 Qualifying 1: 12:45 - 13:00
- Moto3 Qualifying 2: 13:10 - 13:25
- Moto2 Qualifying 1: 13:40 - 13:55
- Moto2 Qualifying 2: 14:05 - 14:20
- MotoGP Sprint Race: 15:00
Sunday, June 7, 2026
- MotoGP Warm Up: 09:40 - 09:50
- Moto3 Race: 11:00
- Moto2 Race: 12:15
- MotoGP Grand Prix Race: 14:00
The schedule follows the standard MotoGP weekend format, with Saturday's Sprint Race serving as an important opportunity for riders to score championship points before Sunday's main event.
Balaton Park Circuit Overview
Balaton Park Circuit is located near Balatonfőkajár, approximately 85 kilometers southwest of Budapest. The venue features a 4.1-kilometer layout and has quickly established itself as one of the most modern racing facilities in Central Europe.
The circuit combines tight technical sections with several heavy braking zones, creating numerous overtaking opportunities. Riders and teams will need to find the perfect setup to maximize performance throughout the weekend.
Championship Battle Continues
The Hungarian Grand Prix arrives at a crucial stage of the 2026 MotoGP season. Every point earned in practice, qualifying, the Sprint Race, and Sunday's Grand Prix could play a significant role in the championship battle as the season approaches its halfway mark.
Following the action-packed Italian Grand Prix, fans can expect another competitive weekend featuring the world's best motorcycle racers fighting for victory at Balaton Park.
Watch MotoGP Hungary 2026 Live
Fans around the world will be able to follow every session from the Hungarian Grand Prix, including practice sessions, qualifying, the Sprint Race, and the main MotoGP race on Sunday.
Don't miss the 2026 MotoGP Hungarian Grand Prix as the championship battle continues at the Balaton Park Circuit from June 5-7.