Formula 1 has officially announced a contract extension with the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, ensuring the iconic venue remains on the global calendar through at least 2032.
Under the new agreement, the circuit will host Grands Prix in 2028, 2030, and 2032, in addition to the previously scheduled race in 2026.
The deal marks a shift for F1’s European heartland, as Barcelona enters into a formal rotation with Belgium’s Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps. While both tracks will feature on the 2026 calendar, they will alternate thereafter: Spa will host in odd years (2027, 2029, 2031), while Barcelona takes the even years.
In addition, from this year, the event will be re-named the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, with the “Spanish Grand Prix” moniker moving to the new Madrid street circuit.
A Commercial Revitalization of Facility
Commenting on the contract extension, president & CEO of Formula 1, Stefano Domenicali, said: “Barcelona is an incredible city, and the Formula 1 fans there always welcome us with such passion.”
“The team have invested heavily in the circuit and hosted fantastic fan festivals, so we look forward to seeing how they continue to develop the experience,” Domenicali said.
CEO of Circuits de Catalunya SL, Pol Gibert, emphasized that the Grand Prix is a vital economic engine for the region.
“We welcome the renewal of the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Catalonia, at least until 2032.”
“We would like to express our gratitude to Formula 1 for the trust placed in the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya and in the region over all these years.
“This renewal is the result of a strong relationship and close collaboration and represents a very important step in further consolidating Catalonia as a key fixture on the international calendar,” Gilbert said.
Recent investments include the high-tech Circuit Rooftop (a luxury hospitality space overlooking the critical Turns 9, 10, and 11) and a major sustainability push highlighted by the installation of solar panels across the venue.
For the local organisation, the renewal is a victory for Catalonia’s long-term sporting vision.
Economic Impact: Estimated at over UERO300 million (AUD503 million) per edition.
Attendance Growth: 300,000 fans attended the 2025 weekend, which saw a historic McLaren 1-2 with Oscar Piastri taking the win.
Infrastructure: Continued use of the Plaça de Catalunya fan festival to integrate the race into the city’s cultural fabric.
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