Formula One has unveiled its full 2027 race calendar, confirming a significant boost to the Sprint race programme by raising the number of Sprint weekends from six to ten. The season will kick off in Bahrain, where the opening weekend will feature a Sprint format. For the fourth year running, the championship will comprise 24 Grand Prix events.
Two classic venues make a return: the Portuguese Grand Prix at the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve in Portimão and the Turkish Grand Prix at Istanbul Park. Both circuits have been welcomed back by teams and fans after periods of absence, and they will add their distinctive character to the increasingly global schedule. Conversely, the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort will be omitted from the 2027 roster, marking the second consecutive year the Dutch fans will miss out on a home race.
In addition, the Spanish Grand Prix at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya will enter a rotational agreement with Belgium's Spa-Francorchamps. Under this arrangement, Barcelona will host the race in even-numbered years starting in 2028, while Spa will take the Belgian slot in odd-numbered years beginning in 2027. This rotation aims to preserve the heritage of both venues while providing fresh variety for the audience.
* indicates a Sprint weekend throughout the schedule. The announcement was delayed earlier in the year because of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which left the fate of the remaining 2023 events in Qatar and Abu Dhabi uncertain.
Despite those challenges, the governing body was able to finalize the 2027 plan. Bahrain will host a four‑day pre‑season test from 24 to 27 February, allowing teams to fine‑tune their cars ahead of the opening race weekend on 12‑14 March. That opening weekend will be a Sprint event, followed a week later by the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, which will revert to the traditional Sunday‑only format.
Australia moves back to the third round of the year, taking place in early April, and will also feature a Sprint race. Japan follows with another Sprint weekend, and the Chinese Grand Prix will close a three‑race swing that sees the Asian continent heavily represented in the early part of the calendar.
The Miami Grand Prix retains its early‑May slot, delivering its usual street‑circuit spectacle. After Miami, the schedule introduces Sprint weekends in Canada and, for the first time, in Monaco. The principality's historic street circuit will host two qualifying sessions, giving fans the excitement of both a traditional Grand Prix qualifying and a Sprint shoot‑out. The Portuguese Grand Prix returns in mid‑June, providing a fresh challenge with its mix of fast straights and technical corners.
The British Grand Prix at Silverstone will then host a Sprint weekend on 2‑4 July, after which the Austrian Grand Prix moves to the slot immediately following the British event. Back‑to‑back race weekends in Belgium (Spa) and Hungary (Hungaroring) will lead into the summer hiatus, giving teams a brief respite before the second half of the season.
When the series returns, the first race after the break will be a Sprint event at Monza in early September, marking the first race back after a five‑week pause—longer than the usual summer break. A week later, the Spanish Grand Prix will be held in Madrid, shifting the traditional Catalonia venue to the capital city for 2027. A triple‑header of races will follow in Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Singapore, showcasing a blend of street circuits and classic layouts. The season will then move to its traditional American swing, with Grand Prix events in Austin (United States), Mexico City, and São Paulo (Brazil).
The Brazilian round will also be a Sprint weekend, adding extra drama to the finale of the North‑American segment. Las Vegas will host the only Saturday race of the entire 2027 calendar, a unique scheduling decision that will still see the race broadcast in the United Kingdom on a Sunday morning due to the time‑zone difference. The season will close with two further Sprint weekends in Qatar and Abu Dhabi, scheduled for 10‑12 December, bringing the championship to a thrilling conclusion in the Middle East.
"The 2027 calendar brings together some of the most iconic circuits and vibrant cities in the world, creating an incredible stage for another unforgettable season of Formula 1," said F1 President Stefano Domenicali. "We are thrilled to welcome Portugal and Turkey to the championship and to expand Sprint racing to 10 events, giving our fans even more intensity, drama, and the wheel‑to‑wheel action that make our sport so special." Domenicali added that Formula 1 continues to grow, attracting new audiences worldwide.
He highlighted that week after week, the sport's top drivers will battle on demanding tracks, supported by elite teams, world‑class manufacturers, and global partners, creating a spectacle unlike any other sport. He thanked fans for their passion, which drives the sport's evolution. FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem also praised the schedule, noting, "The 2027 FIA Formula One World Championship calendar is a strong reflection of the global appeal and continued growth of our sport.
With 24 Grands Prix across five continents, the return of Portugal and Turkey, and the opportunity for an expanded Sprint programme, the calendar combines tradition, innovation, and fan engagement while maintaining the highest sporting standards." The 2027 season will be broadcast live on Sky Sports F1, with the Azerbaijan Grand Prix kicking off a September triple‑header on a Saturday, a first for the series. Viewers in the UK can stream the coverage via NOW, with the flexibility of a no‑contract subscription that can be cancelled at any time.