24 Hours of Le Mans 2027 – France

What to expect in 2027

The 24 Hours of Le Mans returns for its 95th running in 2027, bringing together the world’s leading endurance-racing manufacturers, teams and drivers at the Circuit des 24 Heures du Mans in France. Organised by the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO), the race forms part of the FIA World Endurance Championship and remains one of the central events on the international endurance-racing calendar.

The 2027 edition will feature a major Hypercar field. The ACO has confirmed the participation of Aston Martin, BMW, Cadillac, Ferrari, Ford, Genesis, McLaren, Peugeot and Toyota in the top category. The exact driver line-ups and complete entry list will be announced through the official championship and event channels as the race approaches.

The event is much more than the 24-hour race itself. Spectators can experience practice and qualifying sessions, scrutineering, support races, the circuit village, fan zones, giant screens, entertainment, concerts, food outlets, merchandise stores and the M24 Motorsport Museum. The 2027 programme also includes Legends of Le Mans as a support series, introduced by Peter Auto in partnership with the ACO and FIA WEC.

A major attraction is the changing character of the race. Daylight running gives way to night racing before sunrise brings another transformation to the circuit. The combination of high-speed competition, strategy, changing weather conditions and traffic between classes creates an endurance contest that is very different from a conventional sprint race.

The official circuit information also highlights extensive camping, parking, shuttle and accessibility facilities, allowing visitors to make the event a multi-day experience rather than attending only the main race.

Match/event dates

The 95th 24 Hours of Le Mans will take place from June 9 to June 13, 2027. The Automobile Club de l’Ouest has officially confirmed these dates, while the FIA WEC lists the event within the 2027 championship calendar.

The main 24-hour race is scheduled to start at 4:00 PM local time on Saturday, June 12, with the chequered flag falling 24 hours later on Sunday, June 13. The FIA WEC’s official event page currently lists the race start as 4:00 PM.

The wider event programme includes activities before the main race, including scrutineering in central Le Mans, practice, qualifying, Hyperpole, warm-up and support events. The organisers are continuing to publish the detailed 2027 programme as preparations progress.

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Stadium & sports venue

The event takes place at the Circuit des 24 Heures du Mans, commonly known as the Circuit de la Sarthe, in and around Le Mans, France. Unlike a conventional stadium, the venue combines a permanent circuit with sections of public-road infrastructure.

The FIA WEC lists the track at 13.626 kilometres with 38 corners, including 18 left-hand and 20 right-hand turns. Its long straights and varied corner sequences make it particularly suited to endurance racing.

The circuit contains multiple grandstands, spectator viewing areas, the pit and paddock complex, the Village, hospitality facilities, camping areas, fan zones and food and beverage facilities.

The official 2027 access information states that detailed spectator, Village, shuttle, PRM and parking maps are still being prepared. The organisers will publish those maps closer to the event.

The wider Le Mans area also plays an important role. Scrutineering takes place in the city centre, giving spectators an opportunity to see the competition cars outside the circuit environment before the racing programme begins.

Full fixture or event schedule

The detailed 2027 timetable is still being finalised, so spectators should consult the official programme as individual session times are confirmed.

The currently published FIA WEC schedule identifies the major competitive stages:

• Free Practice sessions
• Qualifying for LMP2 and LMGT3
• Hypercar qualifying
• Hyperpole sessions
• Final Free Practice
• Warm-up
• The 24-hour race
• Support-race activity
• Legends of Le Mans

The official event programme also includes scrutineering in central Le Mans and a broad range of off-track entertainment. The organisers have confirmed that the 2027 edition will feature Legends of Le Mans, a support series showcasing historic endurance-racing machinery.

The official programme page should be checked before travelling because session times, support races and entertainment schedules can change.

Teams, athletes & participants

The confirmed 2027 Hypercar manufacturers include Aston Martin, BMW, Cadillac, Ferrari, Ford, Genesis, McLaren, Peugeot and Toyota. These manufacturers represent the top level of the Le Mans field and will compete for overall victory.

The complete 2027 driver and team entry list has not yet been fully published. Driver nominations are normally confirmed closer to the race and can change because of manufacturer programmes, team decisions and championship circumstances.

The competition also includes other FIA WEC classes. The established Le Mans structure features Hypercar, LMP2 and LMGT3 competition, with the different categories racing simultaneously around the circuit.

This multi-class format is central to the character of Le Mans. Faster Hypercars must negotiate traffic involving slower cars from other categories, while every team has to balance pace, tyre management, fuel strategy and reliability.

Tournament format & competition structure

The 24 Hours of Le Mans is an endurance race rather than a knockout tournament. Cars compete continuously for 24 hours, with the objective of completing the greatest distance or achieving the strongest classification under the sporting regulations.

The race uses multiple classes competing simultaneously. Hypercar is the premier category and determines the overall winner, while LMP2 and LMGT3 provide separate class competitions.

Before the race, competitors undergo technical inspection and scrutineering. The ACO describes Le Pesage as a thorough process in which drivers, teams and cars are checked for compliance with the applicable regulations.

Qualifying determines the competitive order and leads into Hyperpole sessions for the relevant classes. The endurance race then places additional emphasis on reliability and strategy because teams must manage the cars, tyres, fuel and driver changes throughout the event.

The race regulations consist of technical and sporting rules, while the FIA and ACO publish the applicable championship and event regulations.

Match/event times

The FIA WEC currently lists the 2027 race start at 4:00 PM local time on Saturday. Other session times remain marked as to be confirmed on the official championship schedule.

Practice, qualifying, Hyperpole and warm-up take place before the main endurance contest. Because this is a 24-hour race, spectators experience racing during daylight, darkness and the following morning.

The exact 2027 session timetable should be checked through the official FIA WEC and 24 Hours of Le Mans programme pages before attending.

Ticket types

The official ticket structure normally provides several ways to attend the event. The current official ticketing system includes admission tickets for the race and practice or qualifying sessions, weekend or wider race-week access, grandstand options and additional experiences.

Available ticket categories can include:

• Admission-only tickets
• Practice and qualifying admission
• Race admission
• Race-week admission
• Grandstand packages
• Camping and parking products
• Green Tickets
• VIP and hospitality packages

The exact 2027 ticket catalogue and prices have not yet been announced. The latest officially published 2026 information gives a useful reference point: Race Week Admission was €122, equivalent to approximately $138 using an exchange rate of about $1.13 per euro.

That 2026 price should be treated as previous-edition information only and not as the confirmed 2027 price.

Ticket release phases

The ACO has historically used a priority period for ACO Club members followed by general public sales.

For the 2026 edition, ACO members had an exclusive presale before tickets became available to the general public. General sales then opened through the official ticketing system and authorised sales channels.

For 2027, the exact ticket-release dates have not yet been announced in the official information currently available.

Because the event has historically experienced strong demand, visitors should monitor the official 24 Hours of Le Mans ticketing announcements rather than relying on unofficial sellers.

The ACO specifically advises spectators to use its official sales network.

VIP & hospitality options

Official hospitality is available for spectators and corporate guests seeking premium facilities and additional services.

The ACO currently lists five principal VIP packages: Starter 24, Pavillon 24, Le Mans Spirit Club, Panoramic 24 and Gold Experience. Hospitality packages can include admission, access to premium hospitality facilities, catering and beverages, trackside viewing and organised activities.

Private hospitality spaces are also available for groups and businesses. The official hospitality service can create tailored programmes around the race, including private venues and additional experiences.

The exact 2027 hospitality prices and package conditions should be confirmed directly through the official hospitality team when the 2027 sales catalogue is released.

Stadium & event rules

Spectators are subject to security screening when entering the circuit. The official security information states that checks can include visual inspection of bags and clothing, metal screening and security pat-downs. Visitors should have their admission ticket ready and cooperate with security personnel.

Children under 16 must be accompanied by a ticket-holding adult at the circuit and campsites. Children are also issued identity wristbands as part of the event’s safety arrangements.

The circuit maintains restrictions on prohibited or dangerous items. Visitors should consult the official permitted-items list before travelling because security requirements can affect what can be taken into spectator areas.

The organisers also advise visitors to keep personal belongings with them and report suspicious behaviour or unattended luggage to security staff.

How to get there

Le Mans is accessible by road and rail, making the city a practical base for visitors travelling from elsewhere in France or from international destinations.

The circuit is located south of central Le Mans and is connected with the city through public transport services. The official access information provides details on tram, bus, taxi, parking and park-and-ride arrangements.

Le Mans railway station provides connections to the city, while the local tram network provides access towards the circuit. Previous official guidance identifies the Antares-MMArena area as an important tram access point for the circuit.

Visitors arriving by car should plan ahead because traffic becomes extremely busy around the circuit during the event. The organiser provides dedicated parking and park-and-ride options.

Public transport & parking

Public transport is strongly integrated into the spectator experience. Tram services connect central Le Mans with the circuit area, while shuttle services operate around the event site.

The organiser has confirmed park-and-ride facilities at the 2e RIMa and University locations, with shuttle services taking spectators towards the circuit.

Paid parking is available, although the precise 2027 parking map and routing information are still being prepared.

The circuit also provides bicycle parking at several locations, including the East Gate, Karting pedestrian entrance, Exhibition Centre car park and Arnage car park. A free motorcycle parking area is also provided near the East Gate.

Camping areas can accommodate cars, tents, motorhomes and caravans depending on the individual camping product. The official information currently lists areas including Arnage, Beauséjour, Mulsanne and Nürburgring.

Accommodation areas

Visitors can stay in central Le Mans, in surrounding towns, or at official camping areas close to the circuit.

Camping is particularly suitable for spectators who want to remain close to the action. The official camping facilities include toilets and showers, while selected areas may also provide grocery stores, charging facilities, lockers, information points, fan zones, shuttles and food outlets.

The organiser also offers Glamping24 in selected editions, combining pre-pitched accommodation with beds, electricity, lighting, furniture and enhanced sanitary and catering facilities. Availability and configuration should be checked when 2027 accommodation sales open.

For hotel accommodation, central Le Mans is the most convenient urban base for combining circuit access with restaurants, shops and railway connections. Nearby communities can provide additional accommodation options, although transport planning becomes increasingly important during the event.

Food & drink at the venue

Food and drink are an important part of the spectator experience. The official circuit information states that visitors can find everything from table-service restaurants to takeaway options, alongside culinary specialities, desserts and sweet treats.

The Village contains numerous food and beverage outlets, while additional services are available around the spectator areas.

The 24H Experience app is used to help visitors locate food outlets and review available offerings. This can be particularly useful because the circuit covers a large area and spectators may spend considerable time away from the main Village.

Visitors staying in camping areas can also find food outlets in selected campsites, although the availability of individual services varies by location.

Accessibility

The organisers provide dedicated accessibility facilities for visitors with reduced mobility and disabilities.

The official accessibility programme includes dedicated wheelchair viewing platforms, adapted routes, assistance teams and accessible food and beverage facilities. Free assistance is available through dedicated teams working with the ACO and partner organisations.

Wheelchair viewing platforms are provided at several grandstands, including T13 Singher, T16 Sommer, T23 Raccordement Motul and T52. A dedicated platform is also planned for concerts.

A dedicated P3C parking area is available within the circuit for eligible visitors, with advance booking required. The organiser also operates free reduced-mobility shuttle routes connecting important areas of the circuit.

The 2027 accessibility map is still to be published, so visitors requiring specific assistance should check the official accessibility information before travelling.

Best matches/events to attend

For first-time visitors, the main 24-hour race is the central attraction because it provides the full endurance-racing experience, including daylight, night-time and morning running.

Qualifying and Hyperpole are also important for motorsport fans who want to see drivers pushing for competitive starting positions before the endurance race begins.

The scrutineering activities in central Le Mans provide a different experience because spectators can see the cars and teams away from the circuit environment. The Village, fan zones and giant screens are useful for visitors who want entertainment alongside the racing.

The 2027 introduction of Legends of Le Mans as a support event adds another historic dimension to the programme, bringing iconic endurance-racing cars into the event environment.

For a full weekend experience, visitors can combine practice and qualifying, entertainment, the Village and the main endurance race rather than focusing exclusively on the start and finish.

Previous year’s highlights

The latest completed edition before the 2027 race was the 2026 running. According to the ACO, the event attracted 350,105 spectators and produced 48 lead changes over the course of the race.

The overall 2026 victory went to the #7 Toyota TR010 HYBRID driven by Mike Conway, Kamui Kobayashi and Nyck de Vries. The car completed the race ahead of its closest challenger by only 10.621 seconds, according to the official ACO report.

Toyota’s result represented the manufacturer’s sixth overall Le Mans victory. The extremely small finishing margin underlined the competitiveness of the endurance contest and provided a notable conclusion to the latest edition.

The 2026 event also featured the broader spectator programme for which Le Mans is known, including fan zones, concerts, the Village, M24 Motorsport Museum and other activities around the circuit.

Official tickets

The official ticketing system is operated through the 24 Hours of Le Mans and Automobile Club de l’Ouest. The organiser provides admission tickets, grandstand options, camping and parking products, Green Tickets and hospitality packages through its official sales channels.

For 2027, visitors should use the official ticketing page once the new ticket catalogue is released. The organiser has also established an official resale platform for eligible tickets and advises spectators not to purchase tickets outside its authorised sales network.

The Green Ticket programme is designed for spectators who commit to lower-impact travel options such as public transport, carpooling, bicycles, walking or eligible low-emission vehicles. The ACO states that 5% of Green Ticket sales are invested in its carbon-reduction strategy.

Because 2027 ticket prices and the final sales timetable have not yet been published, visitors should check the official ticketing page for the confirmed release phases and prices rather than relying on unofficial listings.