Formula One has released the full programme for its 2027 season, and it comes with a notable expansion of the Sprint race format, increasing the number of Sprint weekends from six to ten. The opening round will take place in Bahrain, kicking off a 24‑race calendar that will span five continents and feature several returning venues. For the fourth year running, the championship will feature 24 Grand Prix events.
Portugal's Autodromo Internacional do Algarve in Portimão and Turkey's historic Istanbul Park are back on the schedule, rejoining the series after a period of absence. Conversely, the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort will be omitted for the upcoming season, and the Barcelona-Catalunya circuit will enter a new rotational arrangement with Belgium's Spa-Francorchamps. Under this agreement, the Spanish round will be held in even‑numbered years beginning in 2028, while the Belgian Grand Prix will occupy odd‑numbered years from 2027 onward. * denotes a Sprint weekend The announcement was delayed this year because of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which left some uncertainty around the conclusion of the current campaign, particularly the races in Qatar and Abu Dhabi that are still slated for later this year.
Bahrain will host a four‑day pre‑season test from 24 to 27 February, after which the season opener will run from 12 to 14 March. The Bahrain opening will be a Sprint weekend, and it will be followed a week later by the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, also featuring a Sprint format.
Australia moves back to the third slot on the calendar in early April and will host a Sprint race. Japan follows with another Sprint weekend, and the Chinese Grand Prix will complete a three‑race swing in the Asia‑Pacific region. Miami retains its place as the first May event, and the month will also see Sprint weekends in Canada and, for the first time, Monaco.
The organisers highlighted that fans in Monte Carlo will enjoy two distinct qualifying sessions, adding extra excitement to the street‑circuit showdown. The Portuguese Grand Prix returns in mid‑June and is succeeded by a Sprint weekend at Silverstone for the British Grand Prix on 2‑4 July. The Austrian Grand Prix at the Red Bull Ring will be moved to follow the British round. Back‑to‑back events in Belgium (Spa) and Hungary (Hungaroring) will lead into the summer hiatus, giving teams and drivers a brief pause before the action resumes.
When the season returns, the first post‑break race will be a Sprint weekend at Monza in early September, marking the series' comeback after a five‑week break—longer than the usual summer pause. A week later, the Spanish Grand Prix will be held in Madrid, shifting the traditional Barcelona venue to the capital for that year. Azerbaijan, Turkey and Singapore will form a triple‑header in the autumn, followed by the customary American swing comprising Austin, Mexico City and Sao Paulo. The Brazilian round will also be a Sprint weekend.
Las Vegas will host the only Saturday race of the 2027 calendar, although for UK viewers it will still be shown on a Sunday morning. The season will close with two final Sprint weekends in Qatar and Abu Dhabi, scheduled for 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 ten 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 that stands apart in the sporting world, and thanked fans for their passion, which fuels the sport's ongoing evolution.
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 (24‑26 September) and taking place on a Saturday in Baku. Viewers can stream Sky Sports via NOW, with flexible subscription options that allow cancellation at any time.