Calvin Harris to Headline Thursday at the 2026 Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix

Baku City Circuit is pleased to announce that Calvin Harris will headline the opening night of the 2026 Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The internationally acclaimed producer, DJ, and songwriter will perform on 24 September 2026 as part of the 10th edition of the race weekend in Baku, opening the event with one of the most recognized names in global music.

Calvin Harris remains one of the defining figures in modern dance music, known for delivering chart-topping singles, major cross-genre collaborations, and festival-scale live performances. His catalogue includes globally recognized tracks with artists such as Rihanna, The Weekend, Frank Ocean, Migos, Pharrell Williams, Katy Perry, and Travis Scott, giving his music broad appeal across international audiences.

In addition to his commercial success, Harris has received major industry recognition over the course of his career. He is a Grammy Award winner for “We Found Love”, has received six Grammy nominations in total, and has also earned multiple BRIT Awards and MTV Video Music Awards nominations. His appearance adds significant international profile to Thursday night’s entertainment program and further strengthens the overall fan experience of this anniversary edition in Baku.