Where to watch the MotoGP in Manila

Watching MotoGP races in Manila is straightforward and popular among expats, motorsport fans, and tourists. Manila has a solid scene of sports bars and pubs (mostly in Makati/Poblacion, BGC, Quezon City, and Malate) that reliably show live MotoGP sessions (practice, qualifying, sprints, full races) on big screens with English commentary. Here’s everything you need to know for the 2026 MotoGP season.

The Next MotoGP race to watch in Manila in March 2026:

Brazil MotoGP is on Sunday 22nd March 2026. Race time in Manila starts at 2am Monday 23rd March 2026 Philippines time.

Best Sports Bars in Manila to Watch MotoGP

Manila’s top spots are in Makati/Poblacion (nightlife hub) and BGC. These venues are known for showing MotoGP reliably.

Bar Name	Location	Description of Bar	Food Served
Table 082 Sports Bar	Parañaque City of Dreams	Modern upscale sports bar inside City of Dreams; 12+ large HD screens; confirmed to show MotoGP live; lively young crowd, good sound; opens late	Elevated pub grub with Asian fusion: Burgers, wings, pizzas, sisig, nachos; highlights include loaded nachos, spicy sisig, gourmet burgers
Shooters Sports Bar	Makati (Poblacion – 2/F, The Grid, Bonifacio High Street)	Classic sports bar with multiple TVs; regularly shows MotoGP; casual vibe, expat/local mix; good for groups	Western pub favorites: Burgers, wings, fries, nachos; highlights include juicy burgers, loaded fries, crispy chicken wings
Skinny Mike’s Sports Bar	Makati/BGC (Poblacion – 2/F, The Grid)	Dedicated sports venue with big screens; shows MotoGP (popular during big GPs); lively atmosphere, good for race nights	Pub classics: Burgers, steaks, sharing plates; highlights include hearty burgers and grilled steaks
Mansion Sports Bar	Makati	Large sports bar with multiple screens; shows MotoGP reliably; spacious, good for groups; popular with locals/expats	Filipino-Western fusion: Sisig, burgers, wings; highlights include spicy sisig, loaded burgers, crispy chicken wings
H&J Sports Bar and Restaurant	Makati (5781 Felipe Street, Poblacion)	Popular multi-sport bar with multiple large TVs; confirmed to show all MotoGP races live (including practice/qualifying); lively, affordable vibe; open 24/7 on weekends; expat/local mix; great for big GPs	Filipino-Western fusion: Sisig, burgers, wings, pizzas; highlights include spicy sisig, loaded burgers, crispy chicken wings, and thin-crust pizzas

Practical Tips for Watching MotoGP in Manila

• Check ahead: Bars post schedules on Facebook/Instagram. Message them to confirm — most will show MotoGP.
• Atmosphere: Expat-heavy (Brits/Aussies), locals, tourists. Gets loud for Thailand GP, Mugello, Phillip Island — arrive early.
• Food & Drinks: Pub classics (burgers, wings, steaks), Filipino options, affordable beers (~PHP 150–250), happy hours common.
• Alternatives: Stream on beIN SPORTS CONNECT via phone/hotel TV (cast to smart TV).
• Location tip: Makati/Poblacion is the MotoGP hub — easy Grab/taxi, lively nightlife.

MotoGP Broadcast in the Philippines (2026 Season)

• Rights holder: beIN Sports (channels 1 & 2 via cable/satellite providers like Cignal, Sky Cable, Destiny Cable, or Converge).
• Streaming: beIN SPORTS CONNECT app/website (subscription ~PHP 699–1,299/month).
• F1 TV Pro is geo-blocked in the Philippines.
• Most sports bars subscribe to beIN or have international feeds and show every session live. They open early for European races (late night/early morning Manila time) or extend hours for Asian/Australian GPs.

2026 MotoGP Season Overview & Manila Viewing Times

• 22 races (starts March 1 Thailand, ends November 22).
• Manila time (PHT, UTC+8): 1 hour ahead of Thailand, 7 hours ahead of UK BST (summer), 8 hours ahead of CET (winter).
• Typical race start times in Manila:
  • Thailand GP opener (March 1): afternoon – easy viewing
  • European races (summer): late night/early morning (bars open from 6–8am)
  • Australian GP (October): afternoon/evening – prime time

Enjoy the races!

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