F1 Academy has officially unveiled its 2027 calendar, confirming seven race weekends across Asia, Europe and North America for the championship’s fifth season. The schedule includes a new appearance at the Hungaroring in Hungary, a return to Silverstone and a season finale in Las Vegas. Ferrari-backed talent Alba Larsen will also be among the drivers preparing for the new campaign.
The announcement follows the recent F1 Academy round in Austin, where Alisha Palmowski secured the 2026 Drivers’ Championship. With the title decided, attention is already turning towards the next season, which promises another seven rounds of competitive racing and opportunities for young female drivers to demonstrate their abilities.
F1 Academy 2027 calendar: All seven rounds and race dates
The 2027 F1 Academy season will begin in Saudi Arabia on 19-21 March before heading to China and Canada. The championship will then move to Europe for two summer events, followed by the final two rounds in the United States.
The complete official F1 Academy 2027 calendar is as follows:
- Round 1 – Saudi Arabia: 19-21 March, Jeddah Corniche Circuit
- Round 2 – China: 16-18 April, Shanghai International Circuit
- Round 3 – Canada: 21-23 May, Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve, Montreal
- Round 4 – Great Britain: 2-4 July, Silverstone Circuit
- Round 5 – Hungary: 30 July-1 August, Hungaroring, Budapest
- Round 6 – United States: 22-24 October, Circuit of the Americas, Austin
- Round 7 – Las Vegas: 18-20 November, Las Vegas Strip Circuit
One of the most significant developments is the addition of the Hungaroring, which will make its F1 Academy debut in 2027. The Hungarian circuit joins Silverstone in the European portion of the calendar, giving the drivers two consecutive summer race weekends before the championship returns to North America.
The season will conclude in Las Vegas, where the final round will once again take place under the lights of the Las Vegas Strip Circuit.
Ferrari-backed Alba Larsen prepares for another F1 Academy season
The new calendar is also relevant to Ferrari’s young-driver development programme. Alba Larsen has already secured her return to F1 Academy with Ferrari support for 2027, providing continuity as the championship enters its fifth season.
The Danish driver enjoyed a significant achievement during the 2026 Austin weekend, claiming her maiden F1 Academy victory in the Reverse Grid Race. That same event saw Alisha Palmowski secure the championship title.
For Ferrari and its young talent, the seven-round schedule provides another opportunity to gain experience across different circuits and racing conditions as the category continues to develop.
Susie Wolff welcomes F1 Academy’s fifth season and continued growth
F1 Academy Managing Director Susie Wolff welcomed the announcement, reflecting on the progress made since the championship was established and expressing optimism about its future.
“It’s hard to believe we’re already heading into our fifth season of F1 Academy. What we’ve collectively achieved in such a short space of time is something we can all be proud of, and I’m equally excited about what lies ahead.”
The former racing driver also emphasised the importance of maintaining continuity in the championship’s calendar, particularly for competitors, teams and supporters.
“With our 2027 calendar, we’re continuing to build consistency in where we race, which is important for our drivers, teams and fans. I’m hugely grateful to our promoters for their continued support and belief in what we’re building.”
The aim is to provide a stable international platform that allows emerging female racing talent to gain experience while strengthening the championship’s relationship with Formula 1.
F1 Academy aims to inspire more female motorsport talent in 2027
Susie Wolff also highlighted the growing audience for F1 Academy and its role in encouraging more young women to pursue careers in motorsport. The championship’s development has brought increasing attention to female drivers and created additional opportunities for talent to progress.
“Every season we’re seeing more fans, more young girls inspired to get involved in motorsport and more opportunities for female talent. The level of competition continues to rise year on year, and we’ve seen some incredible racing as a result. I’m excited to see that level pushed even higher in 2027.”
With seven race weekends confirmed, the fifth season will offer another international stage for the next generation of female drivers. The new Hungarian round, established venues and Las Vegas finale will form the foundation of the 2027 campaign.
For Ferrari, the calendar also provides another opportunity to follow the development of Alba Larsen, whose progress remains part of the team’s involvement in F1 Academy and women’s motorsport.
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