Formula One has unveiled its official calendar for the 2027 season, and it comes with a notable expansion of the sprint format, increasing the number of sprint weekends from six to ten. The opening round will be staged in Bahrain, setting the tone for a busy and diverse schedule that spans five continents and features a total of 24 Grand Prix events.
For the fourth year running, the championship will consist of 24 races, with the Portuguese Grand Prix at the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve in Portimão and the Turkish Grand Prix at Istanbul Park both making a return to the timetable. These additions reflect Formula One's ongoing strategy to broaden its geographic footprint and reintroduce venues that have proven popular with fans and teams alike.
Conversely, the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort will be absent from the 2027 lineup, a decision that aligns with the sport's rotating venue approach. In a similar vein, the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya will enter a rotational agreement with Belgium's Spa-Francorchamps. Under this arrangement, the Spanish round will be contested in even-numbered years starting in 2028, while the Belgian Grand Prix will occupy odd-numbered years from 2027 onward.
This rotation aims to preserve the heritage of both circuits while providing fresh variety for spectators. * denotes a sprint weekend The announcement of the calendar was delayed earlier in the year due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which introduced uncertainty around the conclusion of the current season. Both the Qatar and Abu Dhabi Grands Prix remain on the 2026 schedule, but their exact dates were pending at the time of the release. The pre‑season testing period will take place in Bahrain from 24 to 27 February, giving teams four days to fine‑tune their cars before the season opener, which is slated for 12‑14 March.
The opening weekend will feature a sprint race, marking the first of ten such events for the year. The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix will follow a week later, also as a sprint weekend, reinforcing the Middle East's growing importance to the sport. Australia returns to its traditional early‑April slot as the third round of the championship and will host a sprint race as well.
Japan will continue its sprint tradition, and the Chinese Grand Prix will close out a three‑race Asian swing, creating a compact and exciting block of events for the continent. Miami retains its place on the calendar for the first weekend of May, delivering the series' first North‑American street race of the year.
After Miami, the schedule moves to Canada for another sprint weekend, and for the first time in Formula One history, Monaco will also be a sprint venue. Organisers have highlighted that fans in Monte Carlo will experience two separate qualifying sessions, adding extra drama to the iconic street circuit. The Portuguese Grand Prix returns in mid‑June, followed by a sprint weekend at the British Grand Prix at Silverstone from 2‑4 July.
The Austrian Grand Prix will shift to follow the British round, ensuring a smooth transition across European venues. Back‑to‑back weekends in Belgium (Spa) and Hungary (Hungaroring) will lead into the summer hiatus, giving teams a brief respite before the series resumes in September.
The season will restart with a sprint race at Monza in early September, marking the first event after a five‑week break—longer than the usual summer pause. The Spanish Grand Prix will then move to Madrid's new circuit for the following weekend, providing a fresh setting for the historic Spanish round. A triple‑header will follow in the Caucasus and Southeast Asia, with Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Singapore hosting consecutive races.
This will be succeeded by the traditional American triple‑header featuring the United States Grand Prix in Austin, the Mexican Grand Prix, and the Brazilian Grand Prix, the latter of which will also be a sprint weekend. Las Vegas will host the only Saturday race of the 2027 season, though the event will still be broadcast in the United Kingdom on a Sunday morning due to time‑zone differences.
The calendar will conclude with two final sprint weekends in Qatar and Abu Dhabi, scheduled for 10‑12 December, bringing the championship to a close on the Middle Eastern 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 10 events, giving our fans even more intensity, drama, and the 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, 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." The expanded sprint format is expected to reshape race weekends, offering fans additional on‑track action and teams more strategic variables. Sprint races, which are shorter contests held on Saturdays, determine the starting grid for the main Grand Prix on Sunday and award points to the top finishers, adding a new layer of competition. Broadcast partners have also announced plans to enhance coverage.
In the United Kingdom, Sky Sports F1 will continue to provide live commentary and analysis, with the Azerbaijan Grand Prix kicking off a September triple‑header that includes a Saturday race in Baku. Viewers can stream Sky Sports via NOW, with flexible subscription options that allow cancellation at any time. Overall, the 2027 Formula One season promises a blend of historic venues, new market entries, and an increased emphasis on sprint racing, all designed to deliver heightened excitement for a global audience.