Indian Racing Festival announces 2026 calendar and new street circuit finale

The Indian Racing Festival (IRF) has released its complete 2026 calendar, featuring a return to the Buddh International Circuit (BIC) and a season finale at a new street circuit.

Buddh International Circuit is scheduled to host Rounds 4 and 5 on October 31–November 1 and November 28–29. This marks the return of FIA-level racing to the venue after a 13-year hiatus.

The season will conclude with a night race at the Navi Mumbai Street Circuit on December 5–6. Located near Palm Beach Road, the 3.69 km urban circuit will host the grand finale under lights, marking the festival’s second night race following the 2024 event in Chennai.