MotoGP Spanish Grand Prix 2027: Jerez race weekend, grandstands and ticket guide

Spanish Grand Prix 2027: dates and place in the season

The Spanish Grand Prix is round 6 of the MotoGP 2027 calendar, and the first European race of the year. It runs from Friday 7 May to Sunday 9 May 2027 in Jerez de la Frontera, shortly after the Grand Prix of the Americas and a week before the French Grand Prix.

The date is confirmed on the present calendar, although the whole schedule still awaits final confirmation. Session times for 2027 are not yet published and should appear a few weeks before the event.

The Jerez circuit: why MotoGP Jerez de la Frontera is a favourite

History of the Spanish GP at Jerez

Jerez has hosted the Spanish Grand Prix since 1987, and the circuit is named after the late Angel Nieto, one of the great names in Spanish motorcycling. That history gives the weekend a deep sense of tradition.

A fan-friendly Spanish Grand Prix layout

The track is compact with natural slopes, so spectators in many areas can watch long stretches of the lap. The first European weekend of the season also tends to bring a festive mood, with fans arriving from across the country and from abroad.

Where to sit at the Spanish GP 2027

The circuit lists three grandstand groups:

• Main grandstand, for the start, the pit lane and the podium;
• Angel Nieto grandstand, named after the circuit's namesake and a popular viewpoint;
• Turn grandstands, which give a closer look at braking and overtaking zones.

General admission areas are also available. Choose them if you want freedom to move around the track, but remember that the best spots fill early on Sunday.

As ever, wait for the Tickets button to show the final categories for 2027 before you choose.

Getting to the Jerez Spanish Grand Prix: access and camping

Jerez airport is close to the circuit, and Seville is about 90 km away, giving you two good arrival options. Most international visitors fly to Seville and continue by train, bus or hire car.

Camping areas near the circuit are available for fans who prefer to sleep close to the action. Rules and facilities for 2027 are not published yet. Towns around Jerez and Seville offer a range of accommodation, but beds go early, so book as soon as your plans are firm. Our Motorsport travel guides 2027 include general tips for race-weekend trips.

Heat and practical advice for the Spanish GP

It can be hot in May, so bring sun protection, a hat and a refillable bottle if the rules permit. Choose shaded seating where you can, particularly for the long Sunday programme.

Arrive early on race day, avoid carrying large bags and keep your ticket on your phone with a printed back-up. After the race, expect slow traffic near the exits and allow extra time for your onward journey.

What a Spanish GP 2027 weekend looks like

A typical MotoGP weekend starts with practice on Friday, qualifying and the sprint-style action on Saturday and the main race on Sunday. Because 2027 introduces a new Sprint qualifying weekend format, we will not guess how the days will be arranged; the organisers will publish the timetable closer to the event.

Beyond the bikes, Jerez offers a relaxed southern Spanish setting. If you can spare extra days, consider visiting the old town, trying local tapas and taking a short trip towards Seville. Fans who travel with family often appreciate that the area has plenty to do away from the track.

One more tip: Jerez fills with fans in team colours, so you will find easy conversation and friendly rivalry. Bring a flag, but check what is allowed at the gates.

Spanish Grand Prix 2027 tickets

Sales have not opened at the time of writing. The Tickets button on this page will show available categories when they do. Because Jerez is the first European round, demand is strong, so registering for the alert is a good idea.

If you want to compare options, look at the French Grand Prix and the Italian Grand Prix later in May, or at our tickets FAQ for buying guidance.