Formula 1 2026: 19 of 22 Races with Documented Dates
Review the documented dates and venues for 19 of the 22 Formula 1 2026 races, the six confirmed sprint events, and how to verify official changes.
Key points
The current FIA Formula 1 2026 calendar features 22 races. This guide documents the dates and venues for 19 of these events, including Barcelona-Catalunya and Madrid, and identifies the six confirmed sprint weekends.
Formula 1 2026: 19 of 22 Races with Documented Dates
The current FIA Formula 1 World Championship calendar for 2026 consists of 22 Grand Prix events. The table below lists 19 races for which approved facts specify dates and venues.
Following Madrid, the documented sequence continues with Azerbaijan from September 24 to 26, followed by Singapore, the United States, Mexico, and Brazil.
Spain hosts two races: the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix from June 12 to 14, and the Madrid Grand Prix from September 11 to 13.
The current edition of the calendar was amended by the FIA World Motor Sport Council on March 26, 2026.
In the 'Sprint' column, 'Yes' identifies a confirmed sprint event. 'No' indicates that the race is not among the six confirmed sprint weekends. This table is not a complete list of all 22 races: Las Vegas, Qatar, and Abu Dhabi are in the current FIA calendar, but available approved facts do not specify their dates, venues, or sprint status.
| Dates | Grand Prix | Venue | Country | Sprint |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 06-08 | Australia | Melbourne | Australia | No |
| March 13-15 | China | Shanghai | China | Yes |
| March 27-29 | Japan | Suzuka | Japan | No |
| May 01-03 | Miami | Miami | United States | Yes |
| May 22-24 | Canada | Montréal | Canada | Yes |
| June 05-07 | Monaco | Monaco | Monaco | No |
| June 12-14 | Barcelona-Catalunya | Barcelona-Catalunya | Spain | No |
| June 26-28 | Austria | Spielberg | Austria | No |
| July 03-05 | United Kingdom | Silverstone | United Kingdom | Yes |
| July 17-19 | Belgium | Spa-Francorchamps | Belgium | No |
| July 24-26 | Hungary | Budapest | Hungary | No |
| August 21-23 | Netherlands | Zandvoort | Netherlands | Yes |
| September 04-06 | Italy | Monza | Italy | No |
| September 11-13 | Madrid | Madrid | Spain | No |
| September 24-26 | Azerbaijan | Baku | Azerbaijan | No |
| October 09-11 | Singapore | Singapore | Singapore | Yes |
| October 23-25 | United States | Austin | United States | No |
| Oct 30-Nov 01 | Mexico | Mexico City | Mexico | No |
| November 06-08 | Brazil | São Paulo | Brazil | No |
Section references: Calendario FIA 2026 aprobado y modificado por el WMSC ↗ · Anuncio original del calendario 2026 ↗ · Confirmación oficial de los seis fines de semana Sprint ↗
Confirmed Sprint Races in 2026
A sprint race is an event where the FIA has confirmed this format. In 2026, there are six: Shanghai, Miami, Montréal, Silverstone, Zandvoort, and Singapore.
In the table, 'Yes' identifies the races with a confirmed sprint in the consulted facts.
Section references: Confirmación oficial de los seis fines de semana Sprint ↗
- China: March 13-15.
- Miami: May 01-03; Canada: May 22-24.
- United Kingdom: July 03-05; Netherlands: August 21-23; Singapore: October 09-11.
Where to Confirm Timings and Changes
The table helps identify the weekend for each race, not the specific session times. To find out about date, venue, or time changes, consult the FIA updates before traveling or booking.
The FIA 2026 calendar was amended by the World Motor Sport Council on March 26, 2026. To confirm the season structure, consult the FIA and its subsequent communications.
Before buying non-refundable flights, accommodation, or tickets, save the link to the current calendar and check for any subsequent FIA communication. If there is a discrepancy between sources, verify the FIA information first before making travel or booking decisions.
Section references: Calendario FIA 2026 aprobado y modificado por el WMSC ↗ · Anuncio original del calendario 2026 ↗ · Confirmación oficial de los seis fines de semana Sprint ↗
- FIA Calendar: Confirms the list of Grand Prix and approved amendments.
- FIA Sprint Announcement: Confirms which six events use this format.
- Before traveling, re-verify date, venue, and times; keep change conditions for your bookings.
How many races are in Formula 1 in 2026?
The current FIA calendar includes 22 Grand Prix events. This figure corresponds to the version amended by the World Motor Sport Council on March 26, 2026.
Which Formula 1 Grand Prix are held in Spain in 2026?
Spain hosts the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix from June 12 to 14, and the Madrid Grand Prix from September 11 to 13.
Which races have a sprint format in 2026?
The six confirmed sprint races are China, Miami, Canada, United Kingdom, Netherlands, and Singapore.
Where should I confirm the calendar before traveling?
Consult the current FIA calendar and its subsequent communications before booking and just before traveling.
