2026 24 Hours of Le Mans – Saturday 13/06 Programme

Start of the 24 Hours of Le Mans

It’s the moment we’ve all been waiting for. The one we’ve been imagining for months now.

At 16:00 on the dot, the 94th 24 Hours of Le Mans will begin. Official starter Mark Cavendish will wave the French flag to release the competitors engaged in the third round of the FIA WEC.

In the minutes before the start, time stands still. The grid is full. The teams are ready. Glances are exchanged. Then the strains of La Marseillaise, and thousands of voices sing as one. The tension mounts.

And suddenly, the power is released. The Hypercars – Alpine, Aston Martin, BMW, Cadillac, Ferrari, Genesis, Peugeot et Toyota set off for 24 hours of jostling for position, followed closely by 19 LMP2s and 25 LMGT3s. At that moment in time, nothing else exists. Just the sound, the speed and the legend of Le Mans.

24 Hours of le Mans warm-up

Before the start, teams have one last chance to adjust their set-up.

The warm-up session takes place from 12:00 to 12:15. Fifteen precious minutes. Fifteen minute to check the latest settings, get a feel for how the track has changed, check the weather and adapt the car to the conditions of the day.

Ferrari Challenge

From 09:15 the Ferrari Challenge competitors take the track for the second race of the weekend. Those who shone in the first leg will be looking to do the same. The others will be hoping for a shake-up in what is always an intense race, with the amazing soundtrack of a fleet of Ferraris flying around the track.

Porsche Carrera Cup BraSil

From 10:30 to 11:15 it's time for the Porsche Carrera Cup Brasil to stage a last battle on the Le Mans circuit before passing over to the headline act.

Magic System and Mosimann concerts

Magic System have been filling the world’s dance floors for over 25 years. Their first big hit Premier Gaou introduced the French-speaking public to the Ivorian group of friends. A symbol of the cultural ties between the Ivory Coast and France, Magic System are known for their high-energy performances and positive messages. The year 2024 was an exceptional one for the group when the single Magic in the Air was certified triple diamond in France. This year’s jubilatory tour is an opportunity to perform old favourites and new tracks. Expect a festive show that communicates togethernes, joy and unity.

DJ, singer, producer and remixer (Quentin) Mosimann is part of a generation of all-rounder artists. His performances are a blend of house music, techno and electro-pop. Ranked among the world’s top 100 DJs, Mosimann has mixed at the most famous clubs and festivals – each appearance a live performance. Saturday’s grand finale act is bound to be electrifying!

24 Hours of le Mans show

The breathtaking 24 Hours of Le Mans Show has been wowing spectators since 2023 and this year it's going to be even more spectacular!

After celebrating the legenary race’s centenary, exploring endurance racing on a global scale and taking the audience on an immersive "24h on board" journey, this show is delving even futher into the realm of adrenaline-fuelled imagination.

The invitation sent out into the sky above Le Mans in 2025 has traveled across the stars. This year, other galaxies are answering the call. Drone pilots from afar and their extraordinary machines are converging on the stage of the 24 Hours to challenge our planet’s champions. Yet here, one thing never changes: you must learn the art of endurance, master the night and conquer time itself. 

Saturday 13 June Programme

09:00 – 02:00 | M24 – Motorsport Museum open
09:00 – 15:00 | Fan Zone and Kids Zone open
09:15 – 10:00 | Ferrari Challenge Race 2
10:00 – 00:00 | Hydrogen ACO H2 and Constructors Villages open
10:30 – 11:15 | Porsche Carrera Cup Brazil Race 2
12:00 – 12:15 | 24 Hours of Le Mans Warm-Up
12:30 | Hydrogen Prototype Demonstration
15:00 – 15:45 | Official Start Ceremony
16:00 | 94th 24 Hours of Le Mans Start
20:50 – 21:20 | Magic System Concert
22:15 – 23:55 | Mosimann Concert
23:55 | 24 Hours of Le Mans Show