A program packed with activities to get you excited about the 94th edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans

A ramp-up from the start of the week

The festivities will kick off on Friday, June 5th with the "Weigh-In" in the city center: the traditional administrative and technical checks, an essential step for all competitors. It is at this point that compliance with the regulations is validated – or not – a prerequisite for taking part. These operations will continue on Saturday morning, before the first major event in the heart of Le Mans with the City Center Test Run, allowing the public to get up close to some of the participating cars.

Sunday will mark the first track tests with the Test Day of the 24 Hours of Le MansIn addition, the public will be able to attend the first race, that of the Ligier European Series, one of the four support races of this 94th edition.

A day dedicated to fans and teams

Tuesday, June 9th will be all about getting up close and personal. Spectators will have the opportunity to discover what goes on behind the scenes at the event through a tour of the pits, to watch the Pit Stop Challenge, and to meet the drivers during autograph sessions at the circuit.
In parallel, the ACO H2 Hydrogen Village and the Builders' Village will be accessible to highlight technological innovations, while the Fan Zones and children's areas will offer entertainment for all audiences.

Let's get down to the first sporting challenges

From Wednesday onwards, the competition will be the focus of attention with a series of free practice sessions and qualifying sessions. The various support races, Classic Ferrari for sale Challenge, Porsche Carrera Cup Brazil and Road to Le Mans will gradually enter the track.
The day will continue into the evening with night practice sessions, offering a preview of race conditions. A first qualifying session at Hyperpole and a major concert featuring Jean-Louis Aubert and Mathilda as the opening act will conclude the day.

Thursday, June 11th will be a key moment with the final qualifying sessions and the Hyperpole, which will determine the starting grid for the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The day will also feature support races and another musical evening, headlined by The Libertines, with DJ Loran and Dorrr opening the show.

A weekend combining popular celebration and tradition

Friday morning will be dedicated, for the first time, to the new Road To Le Mans format, featuring a 3-hour endurance race. Following the race, the track will open to the public: athletes and families alike can stroll along the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans circuit. The day will continue with the traditional drivers' parade through downtown Le Mans, organized by Classic Automotive – a must-see event for enthusiasts who can cheer on the drivers on the eve of the race.

Finally, the day will conclude with a concert by Robin Schulz, preceded by Michel Hubert and Upsilone.

The big event: the start of the 24 Hours of Le Mans

Saturday, June 13th will be the highlight of the event. After the final support races and the warm-up, the tension will gradually build around the starting grid, culminating in the official ceremony, a true highlight before the start of the race.
The start of the 94th edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans will be at 16 p.m.

The evening will continue with a concert featuring Magic System and Mosimann, as well as the always spectacular 24 Hours Show.

An emotionally charged arrival

On Sunday, June 14th, at 16 p.m., the checkered flag will mark the end of this new edition. The podium ceremony will reward the winners, concluding ten days of intense sporting and public excitement.

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