Formula 1 2026 Schedule: 24 Races, New Rules, and the Return of Madrid 

Formula 1 has announced a revamped race calendar for the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship. Drivers and teams will take on another 24-round season, now accompanied by a new set of technical regulations and the introduction of 100% sustainable fuels. 

A major highlight is the debut of Madrid’s Ifema Circuit on 13th September, replacing Imola and marking F1’s return to the Spanish capital after 45 years. Nicknamed “Madring” the modern street circuit is designed to host over 110,000 spectators. The Madrid Grand Prix will be the final European race of the season before the championship moves on to Azerbaijan.

Barcelona will also feature on the calendar, scheduled for mid-June. However, 2026 will mark its final appearance under the current contract with Formula 1. 

Shanghai makes a long-anticipated return on 13th March at the Shanghai International Circuit, reintroducing Chinese fans to live Grand Prix action. Adding to the excitement, Audi, Cadillac, and Ford are set to join the Formula 1 grid in 2026, signaling a new era of competition and innovation.  

In acknowledgment of Ramadan, Formula 1 has once again scheduled the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix for April. 

Formula 1 2026 Season

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Formula 1 2026 Calendar

Round 1 – Australia – March 6-8 

Round 2 – China – March 13-15 

Round 3 – Japan – March 27-29 

Round 4 – Bahrain – April 10-12 

Round 5 – Saudi Arabia – April 17-19 

Round 6 – USA – May 1-3 

Round 7 – Canada – May 22-24 

Round 8 – Monaco – June 5-7 

Round 9 – Spain – June 12-14 

Round 10 – Austria – June 26-28 

Round 11 – United Kingdom – July 3-5 

Round 12 – Belgium – July 17-19 

Round 13 – Hungary – July 24-26 

Round 14 – Netherlands – August 21-23 

Round 15 – Italy – September 4-6 

Round 16 – Spain – September 11-13 

Round 17 – Azerbaijan – September 25-27 

Round 18 – Singapore – October 9-11 

Round 19 – USA – October 23-25 

Round 20 – Mexico – October 30 – November 1 

Round 21 – Brazil – November 6-8 

Round 22 – USA – November 19 – 21 

Round 23 – Qatar – November 27-29 

Round 24 – Abu Dhabi – December 4-6 

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