Formula 1 has released the full program for the 2027 championship, and it comes with a notable boost to the Sprint format, increasing the number of Sprint weekends from six to ten. The opening race will be staged in Bahrain, kicking off a 24‑race calendar that will span five continents and feature a blend of classic venues and newly reinstated circuits.
For the fourth year in a row the series will feature 24 Grand Prix events. Two tracks that were absent in recent seasons make a comeback: the Portuguese Grand Prix at the Autodromo Internacional do Algarve in Portimão and the Turkish Grand Prix at Istanbul Park. Both circuits have been welcomed back by fans and drivers alike, offering a mix of high‑speed corners and technical sections that promise exciting racing. Conversely, the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort will not appear on the 2027 itinerary.
The decision follows a review of the contract and logistical considerations, leaving the Dutch fans to hope for a return in future seasons. Meanwhile, the Spanish Grand Prix at the Circuit de Barcelona‑Catalunya will shift into a rotating arrangement with Belgium’s Spa‑Francorchamps. Starting in 2028, the Spanish round will be held in even‑numbered years, while the Belgian Grand Prix will occupy the odd‑numbered slots from 2027 onward.
This rotation aims to keep both historic venues on the calendar while managing the increasingly crowded schedule. * indicates a Sprint weekend throughout the list below. The announcement was delayed because of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which introduced uncertainty around the conclusion of the current season. Both the Qatar Grand Prix and the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix remain on the 2026 calendar, but their exact dates are still subject to change depending on regional stability.
Bahrain will host a four‑day pre‑season test from 24 to 27 February, after which the season will officially begin with a Sprint weekend on 12‑14 March. The opening round will be followed by the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix a week later, also featuring a Sprint format, underscoring the Middle East’s growing importance to the sport. Australia moves back to the third slot on the calendar, taking place in early April. The Australian Grand Prix will again include a Sprint race, a format that has proved popular with local fans.
Japan’s Grand Prix, scheduled next, will also host a Sprint, and the subsequent Chinese Grand Prix will complete a three‑race swing across the Asia‑Pacific region. Miami retains its place as the first May event, occupying the opening weekend of the month.
After Miami, the series will head to Canada for a Sprint weekend, and for the first time in its history Monaco will also feature a Sprint race. The Monaco Sprint promises "two thrilling qualifying sessions" on the iconic street circuit, giving spectators extra on‑track action in the principality. The revived Portuguese Grand Prix is slotted for mid‑June, followed by a Sprint weekend at Silverstone for the British Grand Prix on 2‑4 July.
Austria’s race at the Red Bull Ring will be moved to the weekend after Silverstone, creating a compact European block of events. Back‑to‑back weekends in Belgium (Spa) and Hungary (Hungaroring) will lead into the traditional summer break, giving teams a chance to develop their cars while fans enjoy a brief hiatus from the racing calendar.
When the sport returns, the first post‑break event will be a Sprint at Monza in early September, marking the first race after a five‑week pause—longer than the usual summer intermission. A week later, the Spanish Grand Prix will be held in Madrid, shifting the race from its traditional Catalonian location to the capital’s new circuit.
A triple‑header will then take place across Azerbaijan, Turkey and Singapore, each offering a mix of street‑circuit challenges and high‑speed sections. The season will close with the familiar Americas swing: the United States Grand Prix in Austin, the Mexican Grand Prix, and the Brazilian Grand Prix, the latter of which will also be a Sprint weekend.
Las Vegas will host the only Saturday race of the year, a unique scheduling choice that will still be broadcast to UK audiences on a Sunday morning due to time‑zone differences. The final two Sprint weekends will be held in Qatar and Abu Dhabi on 10‑12 December, wrapping up the championship. "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 that stands apart from other sports, and he thanked fans for their passion, which drives the sport forward. FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem echoed the sentiment, 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 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. Notably, the Baku race will be run on a Saturday, a first for the series. Viewers can stream Sky Sports via NOW, with flexible contracts and the option to cancel at any time.