The 2026 F1 calendar has been officially confirmed by F1 and the FIA, launching a new era for the championship with significant changes in venues, technology, and team lineups. The upcoming season not only welcomes fresh faces and manufacturers but also introduces a reimagined schedule that reflects Formula 1’s push toward global reach and sustainability.
The 2026 F1 calendar sets the stage for sweeping changes beyond the race schedule. Audi, Cadillac, and Ford are all slated to join the grid as official manufacturers, bringing additional factory-backed teams to the championship. Meanwhile, the cars themselves will be built to all-new technical regulations, featuring next-generation hybrid engines powered by 100 percent sustainable fuels.
One of the standout headlines from the 2026 F1 calendar is the debut of the Madrid Grand Prix, which takes the place of Imola. After years of speculation about F1’s expansion in Spain, Madrid has secured its spot as the new European highlight, closing out the summer leg of the season on September 13.
The season will begin with the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne before heading to China, and Japan will once again be a solo event before the teams travel to the Middle East for a double-header in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia—both moved to later dates due to Ramadan. Canada’s race is now scheduled earlier in late May, aiming for better freight efficiency and allowing for a more streamlined European tour.
Fans will see a consolidated European run from Monaco in June through to the new ‘Madring’ in September. The United States retains its popular stops with Miami and Austin, and the 24-race calendar keeps its record-breaking length for a second straight season.
| Round | Grand Prix | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | Melbourne | 06-08 March |
| 2 | China | Shanghai | 13-15 March |
| 3 | Japan | Suzuka | 27-29 March |
| 4 | Bahrain | Sakhir | 10-12 April |
| 5 | Saudi Arabia | Jeddah | 17-19 April |
| 6 | Miami | Miami | 01-03 May |
| 7 | Canada | Montreal | 22-24 May |
| 8 | Monaco | Monaco | 05-07 June |
| 9 | Spain | Barcelona | 12-14 June |
| 10 | Austria | Spielberg | 26-28 June |
| 11 | Britain | Silverstone | 03-05 July |
| 12 | Belgium | Spa-Francorchamps | 17-19 July |
| 13 | Hungary | Budapest | 24-26 July |
| 14 | Netherlands | Zandvoort | 21-23 August |
| 15 | Italy | Monza | 04-06 September |
| 16 | Spain | Madrid | 11-13 September |
| 17 | Azerbaijan | Baku | 24-26 September |
| 18 | Singapore | Singapore | 09-11 October |
| 19 | USA | Austin | 23-25 October |
| 20 | Mexico | Mexico City | 30 October – 01 November |
| 21 | Brazil | Sao Paulo | 06-08 November |
| 22 | Las Vegas | Las Vegas | 19-21 November |
| 23 | Qatar | Lusail | 27-29 November |
| 24 | Abu Dhabi | Yas Marina | 04-06 December |
New era dawns: manufacturers, rules, and sustainable fuels
This forward-looking vision was emphasised by F1 president Stefano Domenicali, who said: “2026 will be a new era for Formula 1 where we will witness a brand-new set of regulations for our sport, the cars and the engines that will be powered by 100% sustainable fuel.
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“We are excited to welcome Madrid to the calendar, and to see huge automotive brands like Audi, Cadillac and Ford join the Formula 1 grid. It promises to be an unforgettable season, where once again we will come together at 24 amazing global venues to watch the best drivers in the world push themselves to the limit and produce incredible wheel to wheel racing for our millions of fans watching around the globe.”
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem added: “Next year’s FIA Formula One World Championship marks a significant new chapter for our sport. A new race, new teams, and the arrival of new manufacturers, all ushering in a fresh era of innovation and competition.
“With 24 Grand Prix across five continents, the season truly reflects the global nature of our community, while the improved geographical flow of the calendar shows our joint commitment to making the championship more efficient and sustainable.”
More efficient, more global F1 2026 Calendar
F1 has worked to optimise the order of events to reduce travel times and environmental impact, continuing its push toward greater sustainability. The calendar has also been designed to limit back-to-back-to-back events, with only two triple headers – one through Austin, Mexico, and Brazil, and the season finale through Las Vegas, Qatar, and Abu Dhabi.
The 2026 campaign will close at the familiar Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi on December 6, but not before the grid experiences a whirlwind global tour, packed with the drama, innovation, and star power that defines modern Formula 1.
With new technology, new manufacturers, and new circuits, the 2026 F1 calendar looks set to deliver a landmark season in every sense.
