Formula One has released the full 2027 race calendar, confirming a total of 24 Grand Prix events and a notable increase in Sprint race weekends, which will rise from six to ten across the season. The opening round will take place in Bahrain, where a four‑day pre‑season test is scheduled for 24‑27 February, followed by the season‑opening Grand Prix on the weekend of 12‑14 March, which will also feature a Sprint format. For the fourth year in a row the championship will comprise 24 rounds, with two classic venues returning after a brief hiatus: Portugal’s Autódromo Internacional do Algarve in Portimão and Turkey’s Istanbul Park. Both circuits have been welcomed back by teams and fans alike, adding fresh challenges and historic flair to the schedule.
Conversely, the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort will be omitted from the 2027 lineup. In its place, 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 hold the Belgian round in odd‑numbered years beginning in 2027. * denotes a Sprint weekend The announcement was delayed earlier in the year because of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which created uncertainty around the conclusion of the current season. Both the Qatar Grand Prix and the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix remain on the calendar for later in 2026, but their exact dates were left pending until the new schedule could be finalised. After the Bahrain opener, the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix will follow a week later, also on a Sprint weekend.
Australia will move back to the third slot in early April and will feature a Sprint race as well. Japan’s Suzuka circuit will host the next Sprint, and the Chinese Grand Prix will close a three‑race swing that includes both Sprint and traditional formats. Miami retains its position as the first weekend of May, providing a high‑octane street‑circuit spectacle for the United States audience.
The month will also see Sprint events in Canada and, for the first time, in Monaco. F1 officials highlighted that the Monte Carlo round will give spectators "two thrilling qualifying sessions" on the iconic streets, enhancing the weekend’s drama. The Portuguese Grand Prix returns in mid‑June, slotting into the calendar as a traditional race weekend. A Sprint weekend will then be held at Silverstone for the British Grand Prix on 2‑4 July, with the Austrian Grand Prix at Spielberg moving to the weekend immediately after Silverstone.
Back‑to‑back events in Belgium (Spa) and Hungary (Hungaroring) will lead into the summer break, giving teams a brief pause after a packed early season. When racing resumes, the Italian Grand Prix at Monza will host the first Sprint of the post‑summer period in early September, marking the return after a five‑week hiatus—one week longer than the usual summer pause. The following weekend, the Spanish Grand Prix will move to a new venue in Madrid, expanding the championship’s footprint within Spain. A triple‑header will then take place in the Caucasus and Southeast Asia, featuring Azerbaijan (Baku), Turkey (Istanbul Park) and Singapore, each offering a mix of street‑circuit excitement and high‑speed challenges.
The traditional American swing will follow, with races in Austin (United States), Mexico City and São Paulo (Brazil). The Brazilian round will also be a Sprint weekend, rounding out the series of back‑to‑back events in the Americas. Las Vegas will host a unique Saturday race in 2027, the only Grand Prix on that day of the year, although it will still be a Sunday morning for viewers in the United Kingdom due to time‑zone differences. The season will close with two final Sprint weekends in Qatar and Abu Dhabi, scheduled for 10‑12 December, bringing the championship to a dramatic finish on the Arabian Peninsula.
"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 ten events, giving our fans even more intensity, drama, and wheel‑to‑wheel action that make our sport so special." Domenicali continued, "Formula 1 continues to go from strength to strength, attracting new audiences around the globe. Week after week, the world's greatest drivers will battle on some of the most challenging tracks in motorsport, supported by F1's outstanding teams, world‑class manufacturers, and global partners. Together, they create a spectacle unlike anything else in sport.
As we continue this remarkable journey of growth, I want to thank our fans around the world as their passion drives everything we do." FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem added his perspective: "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 expanded Sprint programme is expected to increase on‑track action, as each Sprint weekend features a shortened race that determines the grid for the main Grand Prix and awards points to the top finishers.
This format aims to boost fan engagement by delivering more competitive moments throughout the weekend. Broadcasters across the world have already confirmed coverage plans. In the United Kingdom, Sky Sports F1 will continue to air live coverage, with the Azerbaijan Grand Prix marking the start of a September triple‑header that includes a Saturday race in Baku.
Viewers can stream Sky Sports via the NOW platform, which offers flexible, contract‑free access. Overall, the 2027 season promises a blend of historic venues, new challenges, and an increased emphasis on Sprint events, delivering a richer and more varied experience for fans, teams, and drivers alike.