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Brickyard Weekend

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Cooling Stations

Beat the heat!

Cool off from the heat in one of our cooling stations and stay hydrated with our water refill stations that will be around Indianapolis Motor Speedway. You can view the locations on the explorable event map!

Cookie Monster

‘Sesame Street’s’ Cookie Monster Named Brickyard 400 Grand Marshal

“Sesame Street’s” Cookie Monster will serve as grand marshal of the Brickyard 400 presented by PPG on Sunday, July 27 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

As grand marshal, Cookie Monster will give the traditional command for drivers to report to their cars during pre-race.

A child holds Nascar cars

IMS Family Guide

Check out tips and tricks for your family to have a successful Brickyard Weekend! 

Girls Pose for a Caricature.

The Rule The Road Fan Midway

See what exciting events are happening at The Rule The Road Fan Midway during Brickyard Weekend!

Cashless

Cashless Facility - Be Prepared

The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is a cashless facility. Please be prepared to complete your ticket, credentials, parking, concession and merchandise purchases with ease during your event via debit or credit card.

A family enjoy the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum

Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum is Now Open

It’s May every day at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum. With exciting, engaging, and educational new exhibits, the Museum is bringing the thrill of the Indianapolis 500 and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway to life. Learn what it’s like to be a driver, strategist or pit crew member in the new Qualifying Zone. Absorb the history behind “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing” in Gasoline Alley. View iconic cars and the legendary Borg-Warner Trophy in the Winners Gallery—plus so much more!

Gate Procedures

Be prepared for Race Day!

Enhanced security screening detection devices are present at all pedestrian gates. While the additional screening is a simple process, fans are encouraged to arrive as early as possible to allow time to park and patiently make their way in through the gates.

IMS Mobile App

Download the IMS Mobile App

Be prepared for your trip to the Racing Capital of the World with the IMS Mobile App! Features Include: Latest News and Event Alerts, Digital Tickets, Interactive Maps, and Custom Schedules