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A Ferrari entering turn 14 at Istanbul Park, 2009 Turkish Grand Prix
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Turkish Formula 1 Grand Prix

Istanbul Park, Istanbul

The Turkish Formula 1 Grand Prix returns to the calendar in 2027, from 1 to 3 October at Istanbul Park: it is round 17 of the championship, between Azerbaijan and Singapore. A five-year deal secures the race until 2031. The 5.33 km circuit is known for its long, multi-apex Turn 8.

Dates

  • 1 October 2027 – 3 October 2027 — 2027 Formula 1 Turkish Grand Prix, round 17 of the championship

Source: Formula 1, calendrier 2027 — accessed 22 October 2026

The Turkish Grand Prix returns to the Formula 1 calendar in 2027, from Friday 1 to Sunday 3 October, with the race on Sunday. It is round 17 of the season's 24, between the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, from 24 to 26 September, and Singapore, from 8 to 10 October.

Back for five years

The FIA (Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile) announced a five-year deal on 24 April 2026: Istanbul Park stays on the calendar until 2031, with the Turkish Automobile Sports Federation (TOSFED) as delivery partner. Turkey has already hosted nine Grands Prix: seven from 2005 to 2011, then in 2020 and 2021. Felipe Massa holds the record, with three wins in a row from 2006 to 2008; Lewis Hamilton won in 2020 and Valtteri Bottas in 2021.

The circuit

Istanbul Park is a 5.33 km circuit with dramatic elevation changes, in Istanbul. Its Turn 8, a long, multi-apex left-hander, is one of the best known in the championship.

Istanbul in early October

In early October, the average high in Istanbul is around 21 to 26 °C: one of the best seasons to visit the city. The Istanbul Biennial is open at the same time. The pages The historic peninsula, Pera, Galata and the Golden Horn and The Bosphorus present the hotels in the selection.

Frequently asked questions

When is the 2027 Turkish Grand Prix?

From 1 to 3 October 2027, with the race on Sunday 3 October, at Istanbul Park.

How long will Formula 1 stay in Turkey?

The deal announced in April 2026 covers five seasons, from 2027 to 2031.

Our sources: formula1.com, fia.com, ncei.noaa.gov.

Published 23 October 2026

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