IndyCar Indianapolis GP 2027: road course dates, tips and tickets

IndyCar Indianapolis GP 2027 is provisionally round six, with the Sonsio Grand Prix on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Road Course in Speedway, Indiana, from 13 to 15 May. It opens the famous month of May. Here is what to know about the date, the track and tickets.

IndyCar Indianapolis GP 2027 date and context

The Sonsio Grand Prix is provisionally planned for Saturday 15 May 2027, following practice on Thursday 13 May. The 2026 race took place on 9 May. The weekend is a curtain-raiser for the month of May at the Speedway, ahead of the Indianapolis 500, which is confirmed for 30 May.

Remember that the Grand Prix date is provisional while the 500 is confirmed.

Racing at the IndyCar Indianapolis GP

A road course inside the famous speedway at IndyCar Indianapolis GP

The layout uses the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Road Course, combining infield turns with parts of the historic venue. Fans get the setting of the Brickyard with a different type of racing from the oval event.

Viewing the IndyCar Indianapolis GP

Named grandstands apply to the 500 rather than this event, and we have not confirmed which areas open for the Grand Prix. Check the ticket map for the final layout.

IndyCar Indianapolis GP tickets and getting there

Tickets are not on sale yet. Once available, the Tickets button on this page will show categories. We never quote prices, since they vary by seat and sales phase.

The venue is in Speedway, a short distance west of central Indianapolis, so staying in the city and travelling out is common. Allow extra time on event days. Session times will be released by the organiser a few weeks before the event. Fans combining both May events may also read about Barber earlier in spring or Detroit afterwards.

Planning an IndyCar Indianapolis GP trip

Making a May visit of IndyCar Indianapolis GP

Because the Grand Prix falls two weeks before the 500, some fans visit the Speedway twice in one trip, while others choose just one event. Hotels around Indianapolis tend to fill quickly in May, so book flexible options as soon as dates are firm.

Practical tips for the IndyCar Indianapolis GP

Expect a lot of walking across the large venue, so wear comfortable shoes and bring ear protection. May weather in Indiana can be mild or wet. Allow generous time for arrival and departure, and check the organiser's bag and cooler rules once published.

IndyCar Indianapolis GP 2027: frequently asked questions

When is IndyCar Indianapolis GP 2027?

It is provisionally set for Saturday 15 May 2027, with the weekend beginning on 13 May.

Where is the IndyCar Indianapolis GP held?

On the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Road Course in Speedway, Indiana.

Is the IndyCar Indianapolis GP the same as the Indy 500?

No. The Grand Prix is a road course race earlier in May, while the 500 is a separate oval race on 30 May.

Are IndyCar Indianapolis GP tickets on sale?

Not yet. Watch the Tickets button and join the alert on this page.

Can I visit both the IndyCar Indianapolis GP and the Indy 500?

Yes, in principle. The Grand Prix is provisionally on 15 May and the 500 is confirmed for 30 May, so you can plan a May trip around both.

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