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  • 2027 Formula 1 Calendar: Full Schedule, Dates, and Everything You Need to Know

    2027 Formula 1 Calendar Revealed: 24 Races, Record 10 Sprint Events, and Returning Circuits

    The 2027 Formula 1 World Championship calendar has been officially confirmed, featuring a record-equalling 24 Grands Prix across 10 months, an expanded Sprint format, and the return of Portugal and Türkiye to the schedule. The season opens with a Middle Eastern double-header in March and concludes in Abu Dhabi in December.

    Season Structure and Sustainability Focus

    The championship will visit five continents over 10 months. The calendar has been designed with sustainability in mind, grouping races geographically to create an efficient flow of freight and personnel throughout the year.

    “Okay, you’ve got my attention. What lies in store next year?”

    We’ve got 24 Grands Prix on the cards with Bahrain hosting the season-opener as part of a double header with Saudi Arabia in March. The teams and drivers will then embark on a global odyssey across five continents, visiting historic venues and major global destinations before arriving at the finale in Abu Dhabi in December.

    The calendar runs across 10 months and was created with sustainability in mind, with races grouped together to allow for an efficient geographical flow of events across the year.

    And for 2027, as the Sprint format has proved so popular, the championship will raise the number of race weekends that feature a Sprint from six to 10. More on that later.

    Opening Rounds: Middle East to Asia-Pacific

    “I can’t wait. What’s the plan after the initial Middle Eastern double header?”

    Australia, which hosted this year’s opener, moves to race three and is the start of a triple header with Japan (don’t worry, it’ll still be cherry blossom season when we hit Suzuka) and China.

    Then there’s a move to North America for the first of three visits to the United States with the Miami Grand Prix.

    There’s a two-weekend gap before the Canadian Grand Prix with freight going direct to Montreal.

    European Leg: Monaco, Portugal Return, and Classic Circuits

    “Nice! When do we get to Europe, then?”

    That’s the next stop! Monaco remains in its new June date and opens the European leg of the season, with Portugal returning to the calendar after signing a two-year deal.

    The Autodromo Internacional do Algarve (most commonly referred to as Portimão) is located in Portugal’s southernmost region and hosted F1 in 2020 and 2021 during the Covid-19 pandemic.

    The 4.6km circuit is an absolute corker as it delivers a technical challenge across dramatic elevation changes amid surrounding historic charm and spectacular beaches.

    “Oooooh, sounds lovely. Then it must be time for Silverstone?”

    You guessed right. Silverstone swaps places with Austria to form a double before another double in Belgium and Hungary.

    The championship then breaks for the summer for some well-deserved time-off for racing personnel.

    We’re back in September at Monza, with the Italian race at the historic Temple of Speed forming a double header with Spain’s Madring, which will host its second-ever Formula 1 race weekend.

    Türkiye Returns for Five-Year Deal

    “What about the other returning race?”

    That’ll be Türkiye, which makes a return to Formula 1 in the middle of an entertaining triple header with Azerbaijan and Singapore.

    The Turkish Grand Prix was last staged in 2020 and 2021, with Lewis Hamilton securing his seventh Drivers’ Championship at the venue at Istanbul Park.

    The race signed a five-year deal through the 2031 season and is home to the very cool multi-apex Turn 8 that tests a driver’s precision and commitment through its long, sweeping left-hander.

    Americas Triple-Header and Las Vegas Finale

    “Great stuff. Then how does the end of the year look?”

    It’s reassuringly familiar with Austin heading a triple header with Mexico City and Brazil’s Sao Paulo before F1 makes its third and final stop in the United States with the Las Vegas Grand Prix.

    A Middle Eastern double header in Qatar and Abu Dhabi in December then closes us out.

    “Tasty. The 2027 season can’t come soon enough!”

    We’re with you!

    Sprint Format Expands to 10 Events

    As I teased earlier, you’ll get more qualifying and racing than ever before as the championship is increasing the number of Sprint events from six to 10.

    “We’re with you! As I teased earlier, you’ll get more qualifying and racing than ever before as the championship is increasing the number of Sprint events from six to 10.”

    Bahrain, Australia, Japan, Monaco and Abu Dhabi will host the format for the first time. And Canada, Great Britain, Italy, Brazil and Qatar will get another shot to host a Sprint.

    You can read more about the Sprint format and plan for next year here.

    Pre-Season Testing Reduced for 2027

    “This is music to our ears. Just one last question – what’s the plan for testing?”

    “I’m glad you asked. With new regulations being introduced this year, teams had a five-day Shakedown in Barcelona followed by two three-day tests in Bahrain to prepare for the season.

    With continuity in the rules heading into 2027, pre-season testing is reduced to one test, lasting four days in Bahrain at the Bahrain International Circuit at the end of February.”

  • Formula 1 Unveils 2027 Calendar with 10 Sprint Events

    Formula 1 Unveils 2027 Calendar with 10 Sprint Events

    Formula 1 and the FIA have officially unveiled the 2027 FIA Formula One World Championship calendar following approval by the World Motor Sport Council. The schedule features a record-equalling 24 Grands Prix across 22 countries on five continents, alongside an expanded slate of 10 Sprint events.

    2027 Formula 1 Calendar Structure

    Pre-season testing is set for Bahrain from 24–27 February, with the season opener taking place at the same venue. The championship then heads to Saudi Arabia before moving to Australia, Japan, and China. The North American swing follows with the Miami and Canadian Grands Prix.

    The European leg begins with Monaco, followed by Formula 1’s return to Portugal in June. Later in the year, Türkiye rejoins the calendar in October, slotted between Azerbaijan and Singapore. The season concludes with a run through the Americas — Austin, Mexico City, São Paulo, and Las Vegas — before the final two rounds in Qatar and Abu Dhabi.

    According to the organizers, the geographical flow of the 2027 calendar supports Formula 1’s long-term sustainability goals while reflecting the sport’s continued growth as a global entertainment platform.

    Sprint Format Expands to 10 Events

    Responding to strong fan demand and commercial success, the number of Sprint weekends will increase from six to 10 in 2027. Since its introduction in 2021, data indicates that total viewership on Sprint weekends is 12% higher than on traditional weekends. Sprint Qualifying attracts up to three times the audience of Free Practice sessions, while 82% of attendees at Sprint events say the format adds value to their ticket. Additionally, 75% of F1 fans believe Sprint events enhance the overall season calendar.

    New and Returning Sprint Venues

    Five circuits will host a Sprint event for the first time in 2027: Bahrain, Australia, Japan, Monaco, and Abu Dhabi. The Monaco weekend will feature two qualifying sessions, showcasing driver skill on the narrow streets of Monte Carlo. Returning Sprint venues include Montreal, Silverstone, Monza, São Paulo, and Lusail, promising more action-packed weekends for global audiences.

    Leadership Reacts to 2027 Calendar

    “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. We are thrilled to welcome Portugal and Türkiye 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.

    “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.

    “I want to thank The President of the FIA, Mohammed Ben Sulayem, and the FIA, our teams and drivers, promoters, partners, sponsors, and host cities for their continued commitment and support and we recognise the extraordinary dedication of the volunteers, marshals, and officials whose hard work makes every Grand Prix possible.

    “We are incredibly excited to see this calendar come to life and to deliver another season packed with unforgettable moments, fierce competition, and world-class entertainment for our fans across the globe.”

    Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula 1

    “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 Türkiye, and the opportunity for an expanded Sprint programme, the calendar combines tradition, innovation, and fan engagement while maintaining the highest sporting standards.

    “I would like to thank Formula One Management, the promoters, the national sporting authorities, the FIA officials and volunteers and all our stakeholders for their collaboration and commitment.

    “Together, we continue to strengthen the FIA Formula One World Championship and deliver an exceptional season for competitors and fans around the world.”

    Mohammed Ben Sulayem, President of the FIA

    The full 2027 F1 calendar can be viewed below.