Formula One has released the full calendar for the 2027 season, and it comes with a notable increase in the number of Sprint race weekends, which will rise from six to ten. The opening round will take place in Bahrain, marking the start of a busy year that will see 24 Grand Prix events for the fourth year running. Two circuits that were absent in recent years make a comeback: the Portimão circuit in Portugal and the Istanbul Park track in Turkey. Both venues have been welcomed back by fans and will feature as part of the expanded schedule.
Conversely, the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort will not appear on the 2027 list, and the Barcelona-Catalunya circuit will enter a new rotational arrangement with Belgium's Spa-Francorchamps. Under this plan, the Spanish round will be held in even-numbered years starting in 2028, while the Belgian Grand Prix will occupy the odd-numbered slots from 2027 onward.
* denotes a Sprint weekend The announcement was delayed this year because of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which left the fate of the final two races of the current season – Qatar and Abu Dhabi – uncertain. Nevertheless, the governing body 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 event. The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix will follow a week later. Australia returns to the third slot on the calendar in early April and will host a Sprint race, as will the next round in Japan.
After Japan, the Chinese Grand Prix will complete a three‑race swing in the Asia‑Pacific region. Miami stays in its traditional early‑May position, and the United States will see Sprint weekends in Canada and, for the first time, in Monaco. F1 officials highlighted that Monaco fans will enjoy "two thrilling qualifying sessions" around the iconic Monte Carlo streets.
The revived Portuguese Grand Prix is placed in mid‑June, and the British Grand Prix at Silverstone will host a Sprint weekend on 2‑4 July, with the Austrian round moving to follow directly after the UK event. Back‑to‑back weekends in Belgium and Hungary will lead into the summer hiatus. When the sport returns after a five‑week break – a longer pause than usual – the first race will be a Sprint weekend at Monza in early September.
A week later, the Spanish Grand Prix will take place in Madrid, marking the first time the Spanish round is held there rather than Barcelona. A triple‑header will then be staged across Azerbaijan, Turkey and Singapore, before the traditional American swing of Austin, Mexico City and São Paulo, with the Brazilian round also designated as a Sprint weekend.
Las Vegas will host the sole Saturday race of the season, though it will still be broadcast on a Sunday morning in the United Kingdom. The calendar will close with two more 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 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 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 season will be broadcast live on Sky Sports F1, with the Azerbaijan Grand Prix kicking off a September triple‑header from 24‑26 September.
Notably, the Baku race will be run on a Saturday, a rarity in recent years. Viewers can stream Sky Sports via NOW without a long‑term contract, offering the flexibility to cancel at any time. Overall, the 2027 schedule promises a mix of classic venues, new returns, and an unprecedented number of Sprint events, ensuring a dynamic and engaging championship for teams, drivers and fans alike.