Formula 1 has officially released its 2027 race calendar, and it comes with a notable increase in Sprint race weekends, rising from six to ten events. The season will kick off in Bahrain, marking the start of a 24‑race campaign that will span five continents and feature a blend of classic venues and returning circuits.
For the fourth year in a row, the championship will feature 24 Grand Prix rounds. Among the highlights are the re‑entries of Portugal’s Portimão circuit and Turkey’s Istanbul Park, both of which have been welcomed back by teams and fans alike after a period of absence. Conversely, the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort will not appear on the 2027 schedule, a decision that continues a recent trend of reshuffling the European leg of the calendar.
A particularly interesting development concerns the Barcelona‑Catalunya circuit. Starting in 2028, the Spanish Grand Prix will adopt a rotational arrangement with Belgium’s Spa‑Francorchamps. Under this plan, the Spanish race will be held in even‑numbered years, while the Belgian round will take place in odd‑numbered years, beginning with a 2027 event at Spa.
This alternating system aims to preserve the heritage of both venues while providing a fresh rhythm to the European schedule. * denotes a Sprint weekend The announcement was delayed this year due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which introduced uncertainty about the conclusion of the current season. At the time of writing, the Qatar and Abu Dhabi races remain on the calendar for later in 2026, but their exact dates could still be affected by regional developments.
Pre‑season testing will be held 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 to 14 March. The opening weekend will be a Sprint format, meaning that a shorter race will determine the grid for the main Grand Prix.
The following week, the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix will take place, also as a standard race weekend. Australia returns to the third slot on the calendar, with its Grand Prix scheduled for early April. The Australian round will feature a Sprint race, as will the subsequent event in Japan. After Japan, the Chinese Grand Prix will round out a three‑race stretch, creating a busy early‑season period across the Asia‑Pacific region.
The Miami Grand Prix maintains its place at the start of May, providing a high‑profile showcase on the United States’ East Coast. Following Miami, Sprint weekends are slated for Canada and, for the first time, Monaco. The inclusion of a Sprint at the iconic Monte Carlo street circuit promises fans two distinct qualifying sessions and an extra layer of excitement on the narrow, twisty track. Mid‑June sees the revival of the Portuguese Grand Prix at Portimão, a race that has quickly become a fan favourite due to its undulating layout and dramatic elevation changes.
A Sprint weekend follows at Silverstone for the British Grand Prix on 2‑4 July, after which the Austrian Grand Prix moves to the slot immediately after the British event, reshuffling the traditional order. Back‑to‑back race weekends in Belgium (Spa) and Hungary will lead into the summer hiatus, giving teams a brief respite before the series returns in early September. The first post‑break race will be a Sprint weekend at Monza, Italy’s historic high‑speed circuit, marking the first event after a five‑week break—longer than the usual mid‑season pause.
One week later, the Spanish Grand Prix will take place in Madrid, shifting the traditional Barcelona venue to the capital for 2027. The calendar then groups Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Singapore into a triple‑header in late September and early October, offering a mix of street and permanent tracks. The traditional American swing follows, with Grand Prix events in Austin (United States), Mexico City, and São Paulo (Brazil). The Brazilian round will also be a Sprint weekend, adding to the total of ten Sprint events for the year.
Las Vegas will host the only Saturday race of the entire season, a unique scheduling choice that still aligns with a Sunday morning broadcast for UK audiences. The final two Sprint weekends will be held in Qatar and Abu Dhabi from 10 to 12 December, concluding the championship 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 10 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 sport, and thanked fans for their passion, which drives the sport forward. FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem echoed the enthusiasm, noting that the 2027 FIA Formula One World Championship calendar reflects the sport's worldwide appeal and ongoing expansion. He highlighted the 24‑race, five‑continent format, the return of Portugal and Turkey, and the expanded Sprint programme as evidence of Formula 1’s blend of tradition, innovation, and fan engagement while upholding the highest sporting standards.
For viewers in the United Kingdom, the Azerbaijan Grand Prix will be broadcast on Sky Sports F1, kicking off a triple‑header of races from 24 to 26 September, with the Baku event taking place on a Saturday. Fans can stream the coverage via NOW, with flexible contracts and the option to cancel at any time.