Formula 1® has officially revealed the calendar for the 2027 FIA Formula One World Championship season, confirming a schedule that includes 24 Grands Prix across 22 countries and an expanded Sprint race format. This announcement highlights the sport’s ongoing global reach and its efforts to enhance fan engagement through more competitive race weekend formats.
The 2027 season is set to begin with pre-season testing in Bahrain from February 24 to 27, followed by the opening race at the same venue. The calendar features a diverse selection of circuits spanning five continents, with races planned in locations such as Saudi Arabia, Australia, Japan, China, Miami, and Canada early in the season. The European segment includes the return of Portugal in June and Türkiye in October, while the campaign will conclude with rounds in Austin, Mexico City, São Paulo, Las Vegas, Qatar, and Abu Dhabi.
One of the key changes for 2027 is the increase in Sprint events from six to ten, reflecting strong fan interest and higher viewership numbers associated with these shorter, competitive races. New venues hosting Sprint races include Bahrain, Australia, Japan, Monaco, and Abu Dhabi. Sprint weekends have demonstrated a 12% increase in total viewership compared to non-Sprint weekends, underlining their growing importance in the Formula 1® calendar.
The calendar’s breadth across 22 countries emphasizes Formula 1®’s status as a truly global championship. Stefano Domenicali, Formula 1® President and CEO, highlighted the balance between expanding the sport’s footprint and maintaining high sporting standards. FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem also noted the importance of fan engagement and the role of Sprint events in enhancing the race weekend experience.
While the full list of participating teams and drivers for 2027 remains consistent with the current lineup, the calendar’s structure offers new challenges and opportunities for all involved. The inclusion of more Sprint races is expected to add an extra layer of strategy and excitement, as teams and drivers adapt to the intensified weekend format.
The return of Portugal and Türkiye to the schedule brings back circuits that have been missed in recent seasons, adding variety to the European leg of the championship. Meanwhile, the season finale in Abu Dhabi continues to serve as a key conclusion point for the championship, now complemented by a Sprint event at the same venue.
This announcement provides a clear outline of the 2027 season’s framework, focusing on the expansion of Sprint events and the global spread of races. The calendar reflects Formula 1®’s ongoing commitment to delivering a diverse and engaging championship for fans worldwide.