Formula One has unveiled its 2027 race calendar, announcing a notable expansion of Sprint race weekends from six to ten events, with the season kicking off in Bahrain. For the fourth year running, the championship will feature 24 Grands Prix, marking a return for the Portimao circuit in Portugal and Istanbul Park in Turkey. As anticipated, the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort has been omitted from the schedule, while the Barcelona-Catalunya circuit will enter a rotating arrangement with Spa-Francorchamps: the Spanish round will be contested in even-numbered years starting in 2028, and the Belgian round will take place in odd-numbered years beginning in 2027.
* indicates a Sprint weekend. The announcement was delayed last year because of the ongoing Middle‑East conflict, which left the fate of the final two races – Qatar and Abu Dhabi – uncertain. Nonetheless, the 2027 program is now firm.
Bahrain will host a four‑day pre‑season test from 24 to 27 February, followed by the opening race weekend on 12‑14 March, which will also be a Sprint format. The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix follows a week later.
Australia moves back to the third slot on the calendar in early April and will host a Sprint race, as will the subsequent Japanese Grand Prix. The Chinese Grand Prix will close this early‑season trio, creating a three‑race stretch across the Asia‑Pacific region. Miami retains its early‑May slot, and the season then heads to Canada for a Sprint weekend.
For the first time, Monaco will also host a Sprint, with organisers promising fans "two exhilarating qualifying sessions" on the historic Monte Carlo streets. The Portuguese Grand Prix returns in mid‑June, followed by a Sprint weekend at Silverstone for the British Grand Prix on 2‑4 July. Austria’s race is shifted to follow the British event. Back‑to‑back weekends in Belgium (a Sprint round) and Hungary will lead into the summer hiatus.
After a five‑week break – longer than the usual summer pause – the series resumes at Monza in early September with a Sprint format, marking the first race after the extended intermission. The Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona follows a week later. A triple‑header comprising Azerbaijan, Turkey and Singapore will then take place, before the traditional North‑American swing featuring Austin, Mexico City and São Paulo.
The Brazilian round will also be a Sprint weekend. Las Vegas will host the sole Saturday race of the 2027 calendar; although it runs on Saturday locally, it will be shown on Sunday morning in the United Kingdom. The season concludes with two final 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 ten 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 in sport, and thanked fans for their passion, which fuels the series. FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem echoed the sentiment, noting that the 2027 FIA Formula One World Championship calendar reflects the sport's worldwide appeal and ongoing expansion.
He highlighted the 24 races across five continents, the return of Portugal and Turkey, and the enlarged Sprint programme as a blend of tradition, innovation and fan engagement while upholding the highest sporting standards. The expanded Sprint schedule means more weekend action for supporters.
Sprint races, introduced in 2021, are shorter events held on Saturday that determine the Sunday race grid and award points to the top finishers, adding strategic depth and excitement. By increasing the number of Sprint weekends to ten, F1 aims to deliver more competitive moments and keep viewers engaged throughout the season. In addition to the on‑track changes, the 2027 season will feature several logistical and broadcasting updates.
Sky Sports F1 will continue to provide live coverage in the UK, with the Azerbaijan Grand Prix marking the start of a September triple‑header that will be shown on a Saturday, a first for the series. Viewers can stream Sky Sports via NOW without a long‑term contract, offering flexibility for fans. Overall, the 2027 Formula 1 calendar promises a blend of classic venues, new challenges, and an increased focus on Sprint racing, delivering a dynamic and globally diverse championship that aims to captivate both longtime followers and newcomers alike.