FIA Adds Miami and Canada Races to 2026 F1 Calendar

The move aims to expand Formula 1's presence in North America and attract new fans.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 11:05am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fractured, multi-angled view of a Formula 1 race, with sharp planes of color representing the teams' official colors and the high-energy competition of the sport.The addition of new F1 races in Miami and Canada signals the sport's strategic shift towards expanding its global footprint and attracting a new generation of fans in North America.Today in Miami

The Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) has announced the addition of new Formula 1 races in Miami, Florida and Canada for the 2026 season. This comes after the cancellation of several Middle East rounds, signaling a strategic shift towards growing the sport's footprint in North America.

Why it matters

The expansion into the U.S. and Canada markets is seen as a key part of Formula 1's global growth strategy, as the sport looks to attract a new generation of fans in major North American markets. However, the addition of these races also raises logistical and infrastructure challenges that the FIA will need to carefully manage.

The details

The new Miami and Canada races will bring the total number of F1 events in 2026 to 24, the highest ever. This increase in the calendar could lead to a more competitive and unpredictable season, which may excite fans. However, the FIA will need to ensure these new races are well-organized and safe, given the strain on resources and logistics.

  • The FIA announced the new races on April 11, 2026.
  • The Miami and Canada Grands Prix will be added to the 2026 F1 calendar.

The players

FIA

The Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile, the governing body of Formula 1 and other motorsports.

Formula 1

The premier open-wheel racing series, owned by Liberty Media Corporation.

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What they’re saying

“This is an exciting development for Formula 1 as we continue to grow the sport's presence in key markets like the United States and Canada.”

— Stefano Domenicali, CEO, Formula 1

What’s next

The FIA will work with local organizers in Miami and Canada to ensure the new races are successfully integrated into the 2026 F1 calendar.

The takeaway

The addition of the Miami and Canada Grands Prix represents Formula 1's strategic shift towards expanding its footprint in North America, a move that could help attract a new generation of fans to the sport. However, the FIA will need to carefully manage the logistical and infrastructure challenges that come with adding two new races to an already packed calendar.