When Do US GP Tickets Go on Sale?

2027 COTA US Grand Prix grounds passes are already on sale as of November 10, 2026, through COTA’s official Ticketmaster portal; the listed early-bird price starts at $365. COTA has not published the original drop date or time, or a general-sale time for grandstands. The race weekend is October 22–24, 2027. (circuitoftheamericas.com)

Could you miss the tickets you want even though the sale has started? Yes: the current offer covers three-day general admission, while reserved seats and other ticket types may follow their own schedule. Also, search results for “US GP” can mix Austin with Miami or Las Vegas. This guide focuses on COTA in Austin, where the official event page links buyers to its Ticketmaster account portal.

When COTA US GP Tickets Typically Go on Sale

You can buy 2027 grounds passes now, but COTA has not posted a timed launch notice for them. The 2027 event runs Friday, October 22, through Sunday, October 24; treat any claimed future date for grandstands as unconfirmed unless COTA publishes it. (circuitoftheamericas.com)

The official COTA ticket page lists 2027 grounds passes from $365 and labels early-bird pricing as limited-time. The linked Ticketmaster page says the passes include lawn access for Friday and Saturday concerts. It does not show a public drop time, a final early-bird deadline, or a price for every ticket category in the page text available today. (circuitoftheamericas.com)

That means the practical answer differs by ticket type:

• Three-day grounds pass: On sale now through the COTA-linked Ticketmaster portal.
• Grandstands, hospitality, camping, and other inventory: Check the official COTA page for current availability. Do not assume they share the grounds-pass launch date.
• F1 Ticket Store: Its Austin page currently offers a waitlist, while COTA itself links to the grounds-pass purchase page. A waitlist at F1 is not proof that COTA has no tickets. (ticketing.formula1.com)

COTA’s recent sales do not establish one fixed annual release day. In 2025, Ticketmaster listed general sale for June 18 at 10:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time. For 2026, Ticketmaster listed a general sale beginning March 11 at 10:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time. These differences are a reason to watch the official page, not a reliable basis for predicting a 2027 grandstand launch. (am.ticketmaster.com)

How to Prepare for Presales and Compare Ticket Prices

The confirmed early-access route for 2027 is COTA’s deposit program: the venue says a deposit places you in an exclusive presale, where you can select a preferred location before general public access. The current page does not show a deposit amount or deadline in its readable details, so verify those terms before paying. (am.ticketmaster.com)

A deposit is not the same as a ticket, and it does not guarantee a seat. Ticketmaster’s terms say deposits are non-refundable, may be converted to account credit if not used, and are subject to availability. Read the current 2027 deposit checkout terms before submitting payment. (am.ticketmaster.com)

COTA invites fans to subscribe to its newsletter, and its 2027 deposit page advises adding its email address to safe senders. Register before you need a code, then check that your account details and payment method are current. (circuitoftheamericas.com)

Do not count on a 2027 Amex presale or a special cardholder code. COTA’s accessible Amex page describes 2026 race-weekend benefits, not a 2027 ticket presale. Prior Amex access is not a promise that the same offer will return. (circuitoftheamericas.com)

Before buying, set a total budget and choose acceptable sections or ticket types. Compare equivalent tickets by the final checkout amount, including fees and delivery, rather than by the first price shown. COTA’s current grounds-pass page says “$365+”; it does not establish a universal price floor for grandstands or hospitality. (circuitoftheamericas.com)

Historical Release and Pricing Trends

The dates below show why there is no safe rule such as “COTA tickets always drop in March.” The 2027 grounds pass is live, but COTA has not published its original launch timestamp or a confirmed date for every remaining category. (am.ticketmaster.com)

The 2026 public sale page also listed an eight-ticket limit for that specific event. Do not assume the same cap applies to 2027; check the limit on the event page you are buying. Ticketmaster warns that orders above a published limit may be canceled. (ticketmaster.com)

Step-by-Step Purchasing Playbook

Before the drop

For the ticket category you want, follow the COTA event page and sign up for COTA email alerts. Create or verify your Ticketmaster account, confirm your billing details, and decide your preferred sections and maximum all-in price in advance. If you want early access to reserved seating, review the deposit terms rather than assuming a deposit guarantees your choice. (circuitoftheamericas.com)

Keep the correct event page open: Circuit of The Americas, Austin, and October 22–24, 2027. COTA’s official page identifies those dates and links to the purchase portal. The F1 Ticket Store lists the same Austin event but currently shows a waitlist. (circuitoftheamericas.com)

On sale day

Use the purchase link from COTA’s site, follow the queue instructions, and avoid opening many tabs or refreshing repeatedly if the page tells you not to. When seats appear, compare the full checkout cost and confirm the event year, ticket type, quantity, delivery method, and restrictions before paying.

For three-day 2027 grounds-pass wristbands, Ticketmaster says they are non-transferable and will be mailed to the address on file three to four weeks before race weekend. Confirm your delivery address now; do not buy these passes expecting to transfer them later. (am.ticketmaster.com)

After the purchase

Save the confirmation and review how tickets will be delivered or assigned. If a category is unavailable, keep checking COTA’s official page for added inventory, but do not treat a rumored restock time as confirmed. The current official pages do not promise a particular restock schedule. (circuitoftheamericas.com)

Seller, Resale, and Price-Protection Policies to Check

Start with COTA’s official event page and sellers it links to. F1’s own ticket page advises buyers to use Formula1.com, race promoters, or appointed agents and warns about fraudulent sites and messages. That makes an unfamiliar “presale code” seller or social-media offer a reason to pause, not a shortcut. (ticketing.formula1.com)

Secondary listings can be useful for comparison, but do not assume they are cheaper or that every ticket can be transferred. COTA’s published 2026 terms restrict resale and transfers except through authorized methods; 2027 ticket rules may differ, so read the terms for the specific ticket before purchase. (circuitoftheamericas.com)

There is no verified, reliable price-drop curve for COTA resale tickets. If you wait, listings could change, but availability and price are not guaranteed to improve. Compare the same section and ticket type, add fees, and confirm that delivery is valid for the 2027 event.

How to Verify Ticket Delivery and Any Cashback

COTA’s 2027 grounds-pass terms say wristbands are mailed three to four weeks before the event, while its F1 Ticket Store page has a separate waitlist. Check the seller shown on your order confirmation and follow that seller’s delivery instructions; do not expect one seller’s app or timing to apply to another. (am.ticketmaster.com)

Do not build your budget around cashback unless the portal’s current terms name the ticket seller and include the ticket category. Keep the order confirmation, and check the portal’s tracking and missing-reward rules. COTA’s Amex 2026 offer explicitly excluded race tickets, showing why a merchandise credit should not be mistaken for ticket savings. (circuitoftheamericas.com)

Frequently Asked Questions

Are 2027 COTA US GP tickets on sale?

Yes. As of November 10, 2026, COTA’s official page links to three-day 2027 grounds passes through Ticketmaster. The page lists a starting price of $365 and says early-bird pricing is available for a limited time. Check the same page for any later grandstand or hospitality releases. (circuitoftheamericas.com)

What is the 2027 US Grand Prix date in Austin?

The COTA event page lists October 22–24, 2027, for the United States Grand Prix. That is Friday through Sunday. The official F1 Ticket Store also lists the Austin race on those dates; check the event schedule closer to the weekend for session times. (circuitoftheamericas.com)

What time did COTA tickets go on sale?

COTA has not published the original 2027 grounds-pass launch time in the official pages reviewed. The passes are already available as of November 10, 2026. For context, Ticketmaster listed 2026 general sale at 10:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time on March 11, but that does not predict the next release. (am.ticketmaster.com)

How much do 2027 COTA grounds passes cost?

COTA lists 2027 grounds passes from $365 and labels the early-bird price limited-time. The page does not give one universal price for all tickets or show every checkout fee. Compare the final amount for your selected ticket before paying. (circuitoftheamericas.com)

Is there a 2027 COTA grandstand presale?

COTA says a deposit enters buyers into an exclusive presale for preferred-location selection ahead of general public access. The public deposit page does not show a readable amount or deadline. Review the live terms at checkout, and remember that a deposit does not guarantee ticket availability. (am.ticketmaster.com)

Do I need an Amex card or presale code?

No Amex-only 2027 COTA ticket presale is confirmed in the official material reviewed. The COTA Amex page describes 2026 event benefits. Do not rely on old codes or cardholder access from another year; use only current instructions linked from COTA. (circuitoftheamericas.com)

Are COTA’s 2027 grounds passes transferable?

COTA’s Ticketmaster listing says three-day 2027 wristbands are non-transferable and will be mailed three to four weeks before race weekend. That restriction matters if plans could change or you are purchasing for someone else. Read the ticket terms before checkout. (am.ticketmaster.com)

Is the F1 Ticket Store waitlist the only way to buy?

No. The official F1 Austin page currently shows a waitlist, while COTA links directly to its Ticketmaster purchase page for grounds passes. Check the seller and event year carefully; the COTA-linked page is the direct route for the listed grounds-pass inventory. (ticketing.formula1.com)

Is it better to wait for resale prices to fall?

There is no verified COTA 2027 resale price curve that guarantees a lower price later. Waiting may produce new listings, but it can also reduce choice or leave you without a ticket. Compare equivalent sections and the full checkout total, and check the transfer terms first. (circuitoftheamericas.com)

Is Austin’s US GP the same as Miami or Las Vegas?

No. The COTA United States Grand Prix is held in Austin, Texas, on October 22–24, 2027. Miami and Las Vegas are separate Formula 1 events with their own venues, ticket pages, and sale schedules. Confirm “Circuit of The Americas” before purchasing. (circuitoftheamericas.com)

(This article was written by one of our staff writers, Michael T. Hargrove. Visit our Meet the Team page.)