Key Dates & Deadlines
Hotel bookingMontreal fills fast during GP weekend. Book the Île-des-Sœurs or Old Montreal hotels 8–10 weeks out — race week sees 2–3× rate hikes.
Metro passSTM metro is the only sensible way in. Buy a multi-day pass before you arrive. Yellow Line → Jean-Drapeau station, then 15-min walk to circuit.
Weather layerMontreal in May/June can be 10–25°C. Expect one cold evening. Pack a light jacket you can stuff in your clear bag.
Bag policyCircuit Gilles Villeneuve enforces clear bag rules. Soft-sided bags with max 30L and no glass items. Verify the official policy 2 weeks before race day.
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First-Timer GuideWhat to expect on your first race weekend
Getting ThereTransport, parking, and how to leave without chaos
Packing GuideWhat to bring for this specific circuit and climate
What to WearMistakesThe things that catch people out — sorted in advance
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