Formula 1 has released the full itinerary for the 2027 championship, and it comes with a notable boost to the Sprint‑race programme – the number of Sprint weekends will rise from six to ten. The opening round will take place in Bahrain, kicking off a season that, for the fourth year in a row, will feature 24 Grand Prix events. Two classic venues make a comeback this year: the Portimão circuit in Portugal and Istanbul Park in Turkey will both rejoin the calendar, adding fresh excitement to the line‑up.
Conversely, the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort will be omitted, and the Spanish round at the Circuit de Barcelona‑Catalunya will shift into a rotating arrangement with Belgium’s Spa‑Francorchamps. Under the new rotation, Barcelona will host the race in even‑numbered years starting in 2028, while Spa will be staged in odd‑numbered years beginning in 2027.
* indicates a Sprint weekend The announcement was delayed this year because of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which left the fate of the remaining 2026 events in Qatar and Abu Dhabi uncertain. Nevertheless, the schedule now confirms that Bahrain will host a four‑day pre‑season test from 24 to 27 February, followed by the season‑opening weekend on 12‑14 March, which will also be a Sprint weekend.
A week later the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix will take place. Australia moves back to the third slot on the calendar, with its race slated for early April, and it will also feature a Sprint format. Japan follows with another Sprint weekend, and the Chinese Grand Prix will close a three‑race stretch that sees three consecutive events across the Asia‑Pacific region. Miami retains its place at the start of May, after which the series heads to Canada for a Sprint weekend.
For the first time, Monaco will also host a Sprint, with the organisers promising fans "two thrilling qualifying sessions" on the famed Monte Carlo streets. The Portuguese Grand Prix returns in mid‑June, and the British Grand Prix at Silverstone will be a Sprint event on 2‑4 July.
Austria’s race at the Red Bull Ring will be moved to follow directly after the British round. Back‑to‑back weekends in Belgium (Spa) and Hungary (Hungaroring) will usher in the summer hiatus, giving teams a brief pause before the second half of the campaign. When the action resumes, the iconic Monza circuit in Italy will host the first Sprint of the post‑summer period in early September, marking the return after a five‑week break – a longer intermission than usual. A week later the Spanish Grand Prix will be staged in Madrid, replacing the traditional Barcelona venue for that year.
A triple‑header will then take place across Azerbaijan (Baku), Turkey (Istanbul Park) and Singapore, before the series moves to its traditional American swing: the United States Grand Prix in Austin, the Mexican Grand Prix, and the Brazilian Grand Prix – the latter also designated as a Sprint weekend. Las Vegas will host the sole Saturday race of the 2027 calendar; although it will be run on a Saturday locally, it will still be shown on Sunday morning in the United Kingdom.
The season will close with two further Sprint weekends in Qatar and Abu Dhabi, scheduled for 10‑12 December. "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: "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 from 24‑26 September, and the Baku race taking place on a Saturday.
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