Belgian GP to feature on F1 calendar for only four of next six seasons
The Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps will race in four of the next six F1 seasons from 2026 onward under a new multi-year contract. It will appear in 2026, 2027, 2029 and 2031, then drop off in 2028 and 2030 as part of a rotational system with other European venues.
Contract details
The Formula 1 Belgian Grand Prix at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps has secured a multi-year extension that places it on the calendar in four of the next six seasons.[1] The races will occur in 2026, 2027, 2029 and 2031.[2] It will not feature in 2028 or 2030.[3]
Calendar rotation context
:::analysis This arrangement forms part of a broader rotational approach for select European events. The deal follows infrastructure upgrades at Spa, including new grandstands that added 10,000 spectator places.
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Impact on future seasons
:::analysis The rotation increases the event's exclusivity while allowing F1 to accommodate additional venues. The 2026 Spanish Grand Prix moves to Madrid, leaving Barcelona available for alternation in the same slot during off years for Spa.
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Related reading
- [1]Formula 1 announces multi-year extension with the Belgian Grand Prix (formula1). Accessed 2026-07-10.
- [2]Belgian GP to remain on F1 calendar for four of next six years (espn). Accessed 2026-07-10.
- [3]Belgian Grand Prix to join F1 rotation system with fresh four-race deal (motorsport). Accessed 2026-07-10.