Formula 1 has unveiled its 2027 calendar, maintaining the championship at 24 rounds while significantly expanding Sprint racing from six events to 10, with the season commencing in Bahrain.
The announcement marks the fourth consecutive year that F1 will operate a 24-race schedule. Portugal's Portimao circuit and Turkey's Istanbul Park make their long-awaited returns to the championship calendar after previous absences.
The Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort has been removed from the schedule, while Barcelona-Catalunya and Spa-Francorchamps will now operate under a rotational arrangement. The Spanish Grand Prix will take place in even-numbered years beginning in 2028, with the Belgian Grand Prix scheduled for odd-numbered years starting in 2027.
F1 had postponed its calendar announcement due to ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, which created uncertainty surrounding the conclusion of the current season with Qatar and Abu Dhabi still provisionally scheduled. According to Reuters, the Middle East remained a factor in calendar planning because of lingering uncertainty tied to regional conflict.
The 2027 season will open with a four-day pre-season test in Bahrain running from February 24-27, followed by the season-opener on March 12-14, which will feature Sprint racing. The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix follows a week later.
Australia returns as the third round in early April and will also host a Sprint weekend, as will the subsequent race in Japan before China concludes a triple-header sequence.
Miami retains its traditional slot in the first weekend of May, with Sprint rounds scheduled for Canada and, notably, Monaco for the first time. F1 has highlighted that fans are
set to enjoy two thrilling qualifying sessionsaround the streets of Monte Carlo.
The returning Portuguese Grand Prix takes place in mid-June and is followed by a Sprint weekend at the British Grand Prix on July 2-4, with Austria moving to the week after Silverstone.
Back-to-back weekends in Belgium and Hungary will lead into the summer break, with a Sprint round at Monza in early September marking the first event after four weeks off. The Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid follows a week later.
Azerbaijan, Turkey and Singapore form a triple-header before the traditional Americas triple-header in Austin, Mexico and Brazil, with Brazil hosting a Sprint weekend.
Las Vegas will host the only Saturday race of 2027, though it will be Sunday morning in the UK. The season concludes with two Sprint weekends in Qatar and Abu Dhabi on December 10-12.
The Monaco Sprint confirmation had been anticipated, with GPBlog reporting in September that F1 planned to confirm a Monaco sprint for 2027 alongside the calendar announcement, with the weekend format being revised to include a single Friday practice, Sprint Shootout, sprint race and separate qualifying.
F1 leadership on the expanded calendar
F1 president Stefano Domenicali said:
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 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:
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.
Sprint expansion and calendar planning
The increase to 10 Sprint weekends represents a significant expansion of the format, which has grown substantially since its introduction. According to Sky Sports reporting in July, the sprint total for 2027 was expected to be nine or 10 before the final figure was confirmed at 10.
The sprint weekends are distributed across the calendar to provide fans with additional competitive action throughout the season. The format has become increasingly popular with audiences, offering qualifying drama and racing intensity in a condensed timeframe.
What happens next
The full 2027 calendar requires formal approval from the FIA World Motor Sport Council. According to calendar reporting, the official announcement was expected in October or November 2026 before final ratification, ensuring all stakeholders and host venues align with the confirmed schedule.
