Thailand confirms MotoGP 2026 season-opening plans, with 3-in-1 tickets on sale worldwide on 11 November

The Sports Authority of Thailand announced a PT Grand Prix of Thailand 2026 press conference for 11 November 2025 on the 25th floor of the Chaloem Phrakiat Building in Hua Mak, Bangkok. Dorna Sports would join the event, with official ticket sales opening at 14:00. SAT Governor Dr Gongsak Yodmani said Thailand would build on two consecutive season openers to strengthen its position as an Asian motorsport hub under the More Than a Race concept.

The Ministry of Tourism and Sports, the Sports Authority of Thailand and partner agencies expressed their condolences on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother, remembering her with profound gratitude.

Thailand's Ministry of Tourism and Sports, the Sports Authority of Thailand and public and private partners announced a press conference and the official opening of PT Grand Prix of Thailand 2026 ticket sales for Tuesday, 11 November 2025. The race was scheduled as the season opener on 27 February–1 March 2026 at Chang International Circuit in Buriram.

ThaiGP: racing, entertainment and Thai culture in one memorable weekend

Dr Gongsak Yodmani, Governor of the Sports Authority of Thailand, described Thailand's selection to open MotoGP 2026 as recognition of its distinctive strengths. Over the previous six years, he said, warm hospitality and an unforgettable atmosphere had helped set the event apart from other rounds.

For ThaiGP 2026, the organisers aimed to offer more than racing through Thai art, culture, food, Muay Thai, concerts and community activities. The distinctive Shuttle Taen service was another part of the visitor experience. Together, these features expressed the More Than a Race concept and gave the event an identity different from other rounds.

Thailand's pre-season test also attracted international attention, bringing teams, engineers, analysts and the latest race bikes to Chang International Circuit. The organisers described the opportunity to showcase new 2026 technology before the racing began as a strategic advantage on the 22-round calendar.

Three-in-one ticket offer launches on 11 November

The SAT Governor announced a press conference and the opening of ticket sales for 11 November 2025 on the 25th floor of the Chaloem Phrakiat Building in Hua Mak, Bangkok. Tourism and Sports Minister Atthakorn and representatives of Dorna Sports were scheduled to attend.

Organisers highlighted the event’s collectible physical tickets, which feature a new design each year and give fans a lasting souvenir of the race weekend.

The organisers described the 2026 offer as a 3-in-1 Global Exclusive: admission to pre-season testing on 21–22 February, the race weekend on 27 February–1 March and the entertainment areas. Concerts, Muay Thai, motorsport-product displays and local food formed part of the three-day programme.

The organisers described the combined event access and sponsor discounts as strong value for ticket holders, helping attract fans from key international markets to Thailand.

The Sports Authority of Thailand said it would build on these strengths, using Thai culture and hospitality to develop a distinctive MotoGP event. Its aim was to strengthen Thailand's position in international motorsport, inspire young people and support sustainable growth in the sports industry.

The speaker expected another period of strong ticket demand and rapid grandstand sales. They highlighted three days of racing and entertainment, including concerts, Muay Thai, shopping and food, as a complete motorsport weekend for fans.

Dorna Sports scheduled the MotoGP 2026 season launch for 6–7 February in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The programme then moved to Thailand for pre-season testing on 21–22 February and the Grand Prix on 27 February–1 March 2026.

MotoGP 2026 tickets went on sale at 14:00 on Tuesday, 11 November 2025, through Counter Service All Ticket at 7-Eleven stores nationwide and online at www.allticket.com. Updates were published on the Chang Circuit Buriram Facebook page.