Canadian Grand Prix 2026
F1 racing on big screens at the 132
FORMULA 1 · CANADIAN GRAND PRIX 2026
Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve · Montreal
The Canadian Grand Prix returns to Montreal in June 2026. Instead of fighting bridge traffic and $50+ parking, watch the race at the 132 on the South Shore.
Why watch at the 132
Free parking
Free on-site at the 132 — vs $50+ downtown during GP weekend.
Multiple screens
HD big screens to catch every corner, overtake and pit stop.
No crowd crush
Fan atmosphere without the Jean-Drapeau park or metro crush.
Cold beer
Coors Light, Molson Export, Belgian Moon and more — ice cold on tap.
Food specials
Wings, nachos, pizza and more — South Shore's lowest prices on big race days.
Darts & pool
Play between sessions or during pit stops.
GP weekend
Friday
Free practice
FP1 and FP2 — the bar shows every session on screen.
Saturday
Qualifying
Morning practice and afternoon grid session.
Sunday
Race
70 laps at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve — the main event!
The bar shows the full GP weekend — arrive early Sunday for the best spot.
The South Shore advantage
The Canadian Grand Prix paralyzes traffic around Montreal: Jacques-Cartier Bridge, Champlain Bridge, metro to Notre-Dame Island and Jean-Drapeau park parking become a nightmare on race weekend.
From the South Shore, Abreuvoir 132 is about 30 minutes from Montreal via Route 132 or Highway 20 (Varennes exit). Skip the bridges, park for free on-site, and enjoy the race on big screens with cold beer and specials — the best of both worlds.
Useful F1 links
Drivers to watch
Red Bull · #1
Max Verstappen
Four-time world champion — every start is a hunt for the podium, if not the win.
Ferrari · #44
Lewis Hamilton
An F1 legend in a new team — still lethal on a technical street-style circuit.
Aston Martin · #18 · 🇨🇦
Lance Stroll
The home Canadian — Gilles-Villeneuve crowd energy carries all the way to the 132 on the South Shore.
F1 fan gear
Grand Prix Fan Gear
Cap, flag or racing shades — editorial picks via Amazon.ca for GP weekend.
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Canadian GP history
The Canadian Grand Prix has been on the Formula 1 calendar since 1967. Montreal has hosted the race since 1978 on Notre-Dame Island — first as Circuit Île-Notre-Dame, renamed Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve in 1982 in honour of the Quebec driver who died at Zolder.
The 4.361 km layout blends long straights, the Wall of Champions chicane and slow corners — a demanding semi-street circuit where overtakes and pit strategy often decide the podium. Montreal remains one of the most popular stops on the F1 calendar.
Jacques Villeneuve, Gilles's son, won the Canadian Grand Prix in 1996 and the F1 world championship in 1997 — the only Canadian title winner at the top level. Every June that legacy echoes across the island and in bars across the province, including Abreuvoir 132 on the South Shore.
Patio & F1
When weather permits, follow the race from our patio with umbrellas, cold beers and a relaxed vibe. The patio is open May through September — perfect timing for the June Grand Prix.
Check our patio page for season details and weather updates.
Patio page →Practical info
| Address | 1627 QC-132, Varennes, QC J3X 1P7 |
| Hours | 11 a.m. to 3 a.m., 7 days a week |
| Parking | Free on-site |
| Getting here | About 30 min from Montreal via Route 132 or Highway 20 (Varennes exit). Skip downtown GP traffic — watch the race at the 132 instead. |
FAQ
Where to watch the Canadian Grand Prix F1 in Varennes?
Abreuvoir 132 broadcasts the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix F1 on multiple big screens, with cold beer, food specials and free parking. 1627 Route 132, Varennes.
Does the 132 show practice and qualifying?
Yes. The bar shows the full GP weekend: free practice Friday, qualifying Saturday and race Sunday, on multiple screens.
Is there free parking for the Grand Prix?
Yes, free on-site parking at Abreuvoir 132 — unlike downtown Montreal where GP parking often costs $50+.