2026 Formula 1 Calendar Confirmed with New Venue
Formula 1 and the FIA have officially revealed the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship calendar — a 24-race campaign that signals the start of a new era.
Alongside sweeping new technical regulations, the season introduces Cadillac as F1’s 11th team, a brand-new race in Madrid, and 100% advanced sustainable fuels powering every car on the grid.
The championship begins in Melbourne, Australia (March 6–8) and wraps up under the lights of Abu Dhabi (December 4–6), spanning five continents and setting the tone for the sport’s most transformative season yet.
Key Highlights
New Era, New Fuel
2026 marks the debut of F1’s next-generation regulations — including new aerodynamic rules and power units fully fueled by sustainable energy.
New Teams on the Grid
New major manufacturers, Cadillac joins Audi and Ford, are entering the sport, increasing competition and bringing the grid up to 22 cars across 11 teams.
New Venue
Madrid replaces Catalunya as Spain’s representative on the calendar starting September 11–13, featuring a semi-street, semi-purpose-built layout. Barcelona, however, will still feature earlier in the season — making 2026 the first year Spain hosts two Grands Prix.
Logistics-Driven Tweaks
F1 continues its mission for sustainability with more geographically efficient race groupings:
- Canada moves to May, directly after Miami
- Bahrain and Saudi Arabia form an April double-header
- Monaco opens the European summer block in June
Full 2026 Formula 1 Calendar
| Round | Dates | Grand Prix | Circuit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mar 06–08 |  Australia |
Melbourne |
| 2 | Mar 13–15 |  China |
Shanghai |
| 3 | Mar 27–29 |  Japan |
Suzuka |
| 4 | Apr 10–12 |  Bahrain |
Sakhir |
| 5 | Apr 17–19 |  Saudi Arabia |
Jeddah |
| 6 | May 01–03 |  Miami |
Miami |
| 7 | May 22–24 |  Canada |
Montreal |
| 8 | Jun 05–07 |  Monaco |
Monte Carlo |
| 9 | Jun 12–14 |  Spain |
Barcelona–Catalunya |
| 10 | Jun 26–28 |  Austria |
Spielberg |
| 11 | Jul 03–05 |  Great Britain |
Silverstone |
| 12 | Jul 17–19 |  Belgium |
Spa-Francorchamps |
| 13 | Jul 24–26 |  Hungary |
Budapest |
| 14 | Aug 21–23 |  Netherlands |
Zandvoort |
| 15 | Sep 04–06 |  Italy |
Monza |
| 16 | Sep 11–13 | Spain (New) |
Madrid |
| 17 | Sep 25–27 |  Azerbaijan |
Baku |
| 18 | Oct 09–11 |  Singapore |
Marina Bay |
| 19 | Oct 23–25 | United States |
Austin |
| 20 | Oct 30–Nov 01 |  Mexico |
Mexico City |
| 21 | Nov 06–08 |  Brazil |
São Paulo |
| 22 | Nov 19–21 | Las Vegas |
Las Vegas Strip |
| 23 | Nov 27–29 |  Qatar |
Lusail |
| 24 | Dec 04–06 |  Abu Dhabi |
Yas Marina |
F1 & FIA Speak on the New Era
Stefano Domenicali, President & CEO of Formula 1:
“2026 will be a new era for Formula 1 where we will witness a brand-new set of regulations for our sport… 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.”
Mohammed Ben Sulayem, FIA President:
“With 24 Grands Prix across five continents, the season truly reflects the global nature of our community… The debut of Madrid and the next generation of F1 cars powered by 100% sustainable fuels signal an exciting new era.”
Final Thoughts
The 2026 Formula 1 calendar offers more than just racing — it introduces a vision for the future. From eco-conscious engineering to fresh racing venues, and the arrival of new contenders, the stage is set for an unforgettable year in motorsport history.
This isn’t just another season. This is the future — and it starts in Melbourne.
