Formula One has unveiled its official calendar for the 2027 season, and alongside the dates it has announced a notable increase in the number of Sprint race weekends, boosting the tally from six to ten. The championship will kick off in Bahrain, marking the start of a 24‑race campaign that will span five continents and feature several returning venues. For the fourth year running, the series will feature 24 Grand Prix events. Two circuits that were absent in recent years make a comeback: Portugal's Autédromo Internacional do Algarve in Portimão and Turkey's historic Istanbul Park.
Both tracks have been welcomed back by fans and drivers alike, promising fresh challenges and new storylines. Conversely, the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort will not appear on the 2027 roster, ending a brief return to the calendar.
In addition, the Barcelona-Catalunya circuit will shift into a rotational arrangement with Belgium's Spa-Francorchamps. Under this new system, the Spanish Grand Prix will be staged in even‑numbered years beginning in 2028, while the Belgian round will occupy odd‑numbered years starting in 2027. This rotation aims to preserve the heritage of both venues while providing a balanced schedule. * denotes a Sprint weekend The announcement was delayed earlier this year because of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which left the fate of the final two races of the current season – in Qatar and Abu Dhabi – uncertain.
Nonetheless, the organizers have now confirmed that the Bahrain Grand Prix will host a four‑day pre‑season test from 24 to 27 February, followed by the season‑opening race weekend on 12‑14 March. Bahrain will also be a Sprint weekend, with the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix taking place the following week. Australia returns to the early‑April slot as the third round of the year and will host a Sprint race.
Japan follows with another Sprint event, and the Chinese Grand Prix will conclude a three‑race swing in the Asia‑Pacific region. Miami retains its place at the start of May, and the calendar then introduces Sprint weekends in Canada and, for the first time, Monaco.
The Monaco Sprint is highlighted by the promise of "two thrilling qualifying sessions" on the iconic streets of Monte Carlo, offering spectators a fresh twist on a classic event. The Portuguese Grand Prix re‑enters the schedule in mid‑June. A week later, the British Grand Prix at Silverstone will be a Sprint weekend (2‑4 July), and the Austrian Grand Prix will move to follow the British round. Back‑to‑back races in Belgium and Hungary will lead into the summer hiatus.
When the series resumes, the first post‑break event will be a Sprint race at Monza in early September, marking the return after a five‑week pause – a longer break than usual. The Spanish Grand Prix, now set for Madrid, will follow a week later. A triple‑header comprising Azerbaijan, Turkey and Singapore will round out the early autumn period, after which the traditional American swing will take place with races in Austin, Mexico City and Brazil, the Brazilian round also designated as a Sprint weekend.
Las Vegas will host the only Saturday race of the 2027 calendar; although it will be run on Saturday locally, it will be broadcast on Sunday morning in the United Kingdom. The season will close with two final Sprint weekends in Qatar and Abu Dhabi (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 continued, "Formula 1 continues to go from strength to strength, attracting new audiences around the globe.
Week after week, the world's greatest drivers will battle on some of the most challenging tracks in motorsport, supported by F1's outstanding teams, world‑class manufacturers, and global partners. Together, they create a spectacle unlike anything else in sport. As we continue this remarkable journey of growth, I want to thank our fans around the world as their passion drives everything we do." FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem added his perspective: "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 new schedule also features a rare Saturday race in Baku, as the Azerbaijan Grand Prix will open a September triple‑header from the 24th to the 26th, with the race itself taking place on Saturday. Fans can follow the live action on Sky Sports F1, which will stream the events via NOW, offering a contract‑free, cancel‑anytime option for viewers worldwide.