Formula One has released the full 2027 race calendar, confirming a significant expansion of its Sprint race format from six to ten events, and confirming that the season will kick off in Bahrain. This marks the fourth year in a row that the championship will feature 24 Grand Prix weekends, with the Portuguese round at Portimão and the Turkish round at Istanbul Park making a return to the schedule.
The Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort will be the sole venue to drop off the lineup, while the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya will move into a rotating arrangement with Belgium's Spa-Francorchamps. Under this new system, the Spanish Grand Prix will be contested in even-numbered years starting in 2028, and the Belgian Grand Prix will occupy odd-numbered years from 2027 onward. * denotes a Sprint weekend The announcement was delayed for a second year because of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which left the fate of the concluding races in Qatar and Abu Dhabi uncertain. Nevertheless, the FIA confirmed 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.
The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix will follow a week later. Australia will revert to the third round of the championship in early April and will also feature a Sprint race. Japan will host the next Sprint weekend, and the Chinese Grand Prix will close a three‑race swing that also includes the Australian event.
Miami retains its traditional slot on the first weekend of May. After that, the calendar introduces Sprint weekends in Canada and, for the first time, in Monaco.
The series promoters highlighted that fans will enjoy "two thrilling qualifying sessions" on the iconic streets of Monte Carlo. The Portuguese Grand Prix returns in mid‑June, followed by a Sprint weekend at Silverstone on 2‑4 July.
The Austrian Grand Prix will move to the weekend after the British round. Back‑to‑back events in Belgium and Hungary will lead into the summer hiatus, giving teams and drivers a brief respite. When the sport returns, Monza will host a Sprint race in early September, marking the first event after a five‑week break—longer than the usual summer pause. A week later, the Spanish Grand Prix will take place in Madrid, replacing the traditional Barcelona venue for that year.
A triple‑header comprising Azerbaijan, Turkey and Singapore will follow, before the classic American swing of Austin, Mexico City and São Paulo. The final American race in Brazil will also be a Sprint weekend.
Las Vegas will host the only Saturday race of the 2027 calendar, though it will still be shown on a Sunday morning in the United Kingdom due to time‑zone differences. The season will close with two further Sprint weekends in Qatar and Abu Dhabi on 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 added that Formula 1 continues to grow, attracting new audiences worldwide. He praised the drivers, teams, manufacturers and global partners for delivering a spectacle unlike any other sport, and thanked fans for their passion, which fuels the series' ongoing expansion.
FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem echoed the enthusiasm, 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 revised schedule also means that the Azerbaijan Grand Prix will be run on a Saturday for the first time, kicking off a September triple‑header from the 24th to the 26th.
Fans can follow the action live on Sky Sports F1, with streaming available through NOW without a long‑term contract, allowing cancellation at any time. Overall, the 2027 Formula 1 season promises a blend of historic venues, new challenges, and a heightened emphasis on Sprint weekends, delivering more frequent high‑stakes competition and giving supporters around the globe additional opportunities to experience the excitement of top‑level motor racing.