Formula One has released the full lineup for its 2027 season, announcing a notable increase in Sprint race weekends—from six in the previous year to ten across the calendar. The opening round will take place in Bahrain, kicking off a year that promises a blend of classic venues and fresh additions.
For the fourth year running, the championship will feature 24 Grand Prix events. Two circuits are making a comeback: the Algarve International Circuit in Portimão, Portugal, and Istanbul Park in Turkey. Their return adds variety and excitement to a schedule that continues to evolve. Conversely, the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort will be absent from the 2027 roster.
Meanwhile, the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya will enter a rotating arrangement with Belgium's Spa-Francorchamps. Under this agreement, the Spanish round will be held in even-numbered years starting in 2028, while the Belgian Grand Prix will occupy odd-numbered years beginning in 2027. * indicates a Sprint weekend The announcement was delayed this year because of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which created uncertainty around the conclusion of the current season. Both the Qatar and Abu Dhabi races remain on the calendar for later this year, but their exact dates were left pending until the situation stabilised.
Bahrain will host a four‑day pre‑season test from 24 to 27 February before the season opener, which is scheduled for 12‑14 March. The Bahrain opening will be a Sprint weekend, followed a week later by the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. Australia moves back to the third slot on the calendar in early April and will also feature a Sprint race.
Japan follows with another Sprint weekend, and China caps the early‑season trio, creating a three‑race stretch that showcases a mix of street and permanent circuits. Miami retains its place at the start of May. Afterward, the series will head to Canada for a Sprint weekend, and for the first time, Monaco will also host a Sprint format. Formula One highlighted that fans can look forward to "two thrilling qualifying sessions" on the narrow streets of Monte Carlo, adding extra drama to the historic race.
The revived Portuguese Grand Prix is slated for mid‑June. A week later, the British Grand Prix at Silverstone will be a Sprint event (2‑4 July), and the Austrian round will shift to follow directly after the UK race, giving fans a back‑to‑back sprint experience. Belgium and Hungary will host consecutive weekends before the summer break, allowing teams a brief pause after a packed summer schedule. When racing resumes, Monza in Italy will host the first Sprint of the post‑break period in early September, marking the return after a five‑week hiatus—longer than the usual break.
The Spanish Grand Prix will then move to Madrid a week later, providing a fresh setting for the Spanish fans. Azerbaijan, Turkey and Singapore will form a September‑October triple‑header, followed by the traditional North American swing comprising Austin, Mexico City and São Paulo.
The Brazilian round will also be a Sprint weekend, keeping the high‑intensity format alive in the latter part of the season. Las Vegas will host the only Saturday race of the year, though for viewers in the United Kingdom it will still be shown on a Sunday morning due to the time‑zone difference.
The season will close with two final Sprint weekends in Qatar and Abu Dhabi, scheduled for 10‑12 December, bringing the championship to a dramatic finish on the Middle Eastern circuit. "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 back to the championship and to expand Sprint racing to ten events, giving our fans even more intensity, drama, and 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 series 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 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 held on a Saturday, a rare occurrence in the modern era.
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