F1 2026 Calendar Revealed

Formula 1 and the FIA have officially announced the race calendar for the 2026 season, marking the beginning of a revolutionary era with 24 races, brand-new technical regulations, and a stronger push for sustainability.

Key Highlights:

New Cars, New Fuel: The 2026 season will debut cars powered by 100% advanced sustainable fuels, featuring active aerodynamics and lighter, more agile designs.
Start to Finish: The campaign kicks off in Australia from March 6-8 and concludes in Abu Dhabi from December 4-6.
Madrid Joins the Grid: A major addition is the Madrid Grand Prix, making its F1 debut from September 11-13.

Streamlined Global Flow

In a move to improve logistics and reduce the carbon footprint, the calendar has been optimized for better geographical flow. For example, the Canadian GP will now take place from May 22-24, directly after the Miami race, allowing for smoother transitions between continents.

The 2026 Race Calendar:

March 6-8 – Australia (Melbourne)
March 13-15 – China (Shanghai)
March 27-29 – Japan (Suzuka)
April 10-12 – Bahrain (Sakhir)
April 17-19 – Saudi Arabia (Jeddah)
May 1-3 – USA (Miami)
May 22-24 – Canada (Montreal)
June 5-7 – Monaco
June 12-14 – Spain (Barcelona-Catalunya)
June 26-28 – Austria (Spielberg)
July 3-5 – United Kingdom (Silverstone)
July 17-19 – Belgium (Spa-Francorchamps)
July 24-26 – Hungary (Budapest)
August 21-23 – Netherlands (Zandvoort)
September 4-6 – Italy (Monza)
September 11-13 – Spain (Madrid)*
September 25-27 – Azerbaijan (Baku)
October 9-11 – Singapore
October 23-25 – USA (Austin)
October 30 – November 1 – Mexico (Mexico City)
November 6-8 – Brazil (Sao Paulo)
November 19-21 – USA (Las Vegas)
November 27-29 – Qatar (Lusail)
December 4-6 – Abu Dhabi (Yas Marina) (*Madrid subject to FIA circuit homologation)

Leaders Speak:

F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali said, “2026 will be a new era for Formula 1, with new regulations and entries from legendary automotive names like Audi, Cadillac, and Ford.”

FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem added, “With the addition of new teams, manufacturers, and sustainable initiatives, 2026 signals a landmark year for innovation and global growth.”