Formula E Monaco 2026: When Formula 1 Legends Go Electric
Monaco, 16–17 May 2026 — The Principality is about to transform, once again, into the most glamorous backdrop in motorsport. But this time, no V6 turbo engines will thunder through the narrow streets of the Circuit de Monaco. Instead, the high-pitched hum of fully electric Gen3 Evo single-seaters will echo against the Mediterranean cliffs. Formula E in Monaco 2026 has long outgrown the "alternative to Formula 1" label — it has become the meeting point for former F1 stars who have found their second career on the all-electric grid.
And this year marks a historic first: for the very first time, Monaco will host a double-header weekend, with two full championship races on Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 May. For fans of the Monaco Grand Prix, there has never been a better time to experience Formula E: same legendary circuit, same iconic names — only faster in every conceivable way that the future demands.
Formula E Monaco 2026 — Everything You Need to Know
Dates: Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 May 2026
Location: Circuit de Monaco, Monte-Carlo (Port Hercule)
Race series: ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, Season 12
Format: Historic double-header — two separate championship rounds (Rounds 9 & 10) in one weekend
Edition: 10th Monaco E-Prix
Circuit: Full Grand Prix layout (identical to Formula 1 since 2021)
Car generation: Gen3 Evo (top speed over 320 km/h, 0–100 km/h in under 1.9 seconds)
Race distance: 51 laps, approximately 90 km per race
Tickets: Available via the official Monaco E-Prix ticket office
From Formula 1 to Formula E — The Star Drivers of the 2026 Grid
Since its inception in 2014, Formula E has become an increasingly attractive second career for former Formula 1 drivers. Here are the most prominent names you can expect to see battling through Sainte-Dévote and the Fairmont Hairpin at the Monaco E-Prix 2026:
Pascal Wehrlein — The 2024 World Champion with Porsche
The German, a former Manor and Sauber F1 driver, won the 2023/24 Formula E World Championship with the TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E Team — becoming the first German Formula racing world champion since Nico Rosberg in 2016. Now in his fifth Porsche season, he remains one of the fastest qualifiers on the grid and a serious title contender for Season 12.
Jean-Éric Vergne — The Two-Time Champion in a New Era
The Frenchman, former Toro Rosso F1 driver, is the only driver in Formula E history to successfully defend a World Championship title, winning back-to-back in 2017/18 and 2018/19. For 2026, JEV has made the prestigious move to Citroën Racing, as the iconic French manufacturer makes its Formula E debut — a storyline adding extra intrigue to the Monaco weekend.
Sébastien Buemi — The Swiss Precision Specialist
The former Toro Rosso driver has been part of Formula E since Season 1. The 2015/16 World Champion holds 14 Formula E race wins and is widely considered the benchmark for consistency on street circuits. Buemi is the only driver ever to have won in Monaco twice — a genuine "Mr Monaco" of the electric era.
Nyck de Vries — The Comeback Champion
After his brief AlphaTauri F1 stint in 2023, the Dutchman returned to Formula E — the series where he was crowned 2020/21 World Champion. Now racing for Mahindra, he has rediscovered his pace with multiple podiums last season.
Lucas di Grassi — The Electric-Era Pioneer
The Brazilian, a former F1 test driver, is one of only three drivers to have competed in every Formula E season since 2014. As the 2016/17 World Champion and with more than a dozen career wins, he continues to race for Lola Yamaha ABT, bringing strategic brilliance to one of the most demanding circuits on the calendar.
Oliver Rowland — The Reigning World Champion
Worth noting for context: the current holder of the Formula E crown is British driver Oliver Rowland, who took the 2024/25 title with Nissan and is defending his championship in Season 12 with the iconic #1 on his car.
Felipe Massa & Nico Rosberg — The Ambassadors
Former Ferrari and Williams star Felipe Massa raced in Formula E for Venturi from 2018 to 2020, and remains an active ambassador for sustainable motorsport. Nico Rosberg, 2016 F1 World Champion, is deeply involved in the wider electric racing ecosystem as an investor and Extreme E team principal (Rosberg X Racing), and is a frequent presence at Formula E events.
Why the Monaco E-Prix 2026 Is a Must-See
1. The Most Iconic Street Circuit — Now Electric
The Circuit de Monaco is universally recognized as the most demanding street track in motorsport. Since 2021, Formula E cars have raced the full Grand Prix layout — including the climb to Casino Square, the Fairmont Hairpin, and the famous tunnel section. The direct comparison with Formula 1 is only possible here, and nowhere else on the calendar.
2. A Historic Double-Header
2026 marks the first time Monaco hosts two Formula E races in a single weekend. Double the qualifying, double the racing, double the drama — and a unique opportunity to see the world's top electric drivers push the limits twice in 48 hours.
3. Sustainability Meets Luxury
Formula E is the world's first net-zero carbon sport, certified ISO 20121 since its very first season. In a city where luxury is increasingly defined by responsibility, the Monaco E-Prix is a statement of where the future of motorsport — and Monaco itself — is headed.
4. An Event for Connoisseurs
Whether watched from a private terrace, a Port Hercule yacht berth, or the main grandstands, the Monaco E-Prix offers a more intimate, accessible experience than the Formula 1 Grand Prix. Meet-and-greets with drivers, exclusive after-race events, and the unmatched Monte-Carlo backdrop make the weekend truly unforgettable.
Villa Monaco — Your Retreat Between the Races
Villa Monaco has already welcomed Formula 1 stars including Charles Leclerc, Lando Norris, and Oscar Piastri. For the Monaco E-Prix 2026, we look forward to welcoming Formula E drivers, teams, and enthusiasts alike — offering a level of discretion, comfort, and Monegasque elegance that goes far beyond the race weekend itself.
With two full days of racing, the 2026 edition will be one of the most sought-after dates in the Monaco calendar. We strongly recommend booking early — availability for the E-Prix weekend traditionally fills months in advance.