Formula 1 has released the full lineup for its 2027 championship, revealing a notable increase in the number of Sprint race weekends – the short-format events will rise from six to ten across the season. The opening round will kick off in Bahrain, setting the tone for a busy calendar that, for the fourth year running, features twenty‑four Grand Prix meetings. Among the returning venues are Portugal’s Portimão circuit and Turkey’s Istanbul Park, both of which rejoin the schedule after a hiatus. The Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, which has been a regular fixture in recent years, will be omitted from the 2027 program.
Meanwhile, the iconic Circuit de Barcelona‑Catalunya in Spain will enter a new rotational arrangement with Belgium’s Spa‑Francorchamps. Under this agreement, the Spanish race will be held in even‑numbered years starting in 2028, while the Belgian Grand Prix will occupy the odd‑numbered slots from 2027 onward.
* denotes a Sprint weekend The announcement was delayed by several weeks because of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which created uncertainty around the conclusion of the current season. Both the Qatar and Abu Dhabi rounds remain on the calendar for later this year, but their exact dates were held pending the security situation. Bahrain will host a four‑day pre‑season test from 24 to 27 February, after which the 2027 season opener will take place from 12 to 14 March.
The opening event will be a Sprint weekend, meaning that drivers will compete in a shortened race on Saturday followed by the traditional Grand Prix on Sunday. The following week, the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix will also be run, maintaining the Middle‑East swing. Australia moves back to the third slot on the calendar in early April and will feature a Sprint format as well.
Japan follows with another Sprint weekend, and the trio of Asian races will be completed by the Chinese Grand Prix, which caps off a three‑race swing in the region. The Miami Grand Prix retains its place at the start of May.
After Miami, the schedule includes Sprint weekends in Canada and, for the first time, Monaco. Formula 1 highlighted that fans can look forward to “two thrilling qualifying sessions” on the narrow streets of Monte Carlo, adding extra excitement to the historic venue. Portugal’s Grand Prix returns in mid‑June, and a Sprint weekend is slated for the British Grand Prix at Silverstone from 2 to 4 July. Austria’s race will be shifted to follow the British round, providing a seamless transition through central Europe.
Back‑to‑back events in Belgium (Spa‑Francorchamps) and Hungary (Hungaroring) will lead into the traditional summer break, giving teams a brief respite before the second half of the season. The first post‑break event will be a Sprint race at Italy’s Monza circuit in early September, marking the return after a five‑week hiatus – a longer pause than usual. The following week, the Spanish Grand Prix will move to Madrid’s new circuit, expanding the sport’s presence in the capital city. A triple‑header will then take place across Azerbaijan, Turkey and Singapore, before the season concludes with the classic American swing featuring Austin, Mexico City and São Paulo.
The Brazilian round will also be a Sprint weekend, adding to the total of ten Sprint events for the year. Las Vegas will host the only Saturday Grand Prix of the 2027 season, although it will still be broadcast as a Sunday morning race in the United Kingdom due to time‑zone differences. The calendar will close with two final Sprint weekends in Qatar and Abu Dhabi, scheduled for 10‑12 December, bringing the championship to a dramatic finish.
"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 the sport continues to grow, attracting new audiences globally.
He praised the drivers, teams, manufacturers and partners for delivering a spectacle unlike any other, and thanked fans for their passion, which fuels the sport’s ongoing evolution. FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem echoed the sentiment, stating, "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." For viewers in the UK and elsewhere, the season will be broadcast live on Sky Sports F1, with the Azerbaijan Grand Prix kicking off a September triple‑header from 24‑26 September, the Baku race taking place on a Saturday. Subscribers can stream via NOW, with flexible contracts and the option to cancel at any time.