IndyCar has unveiled its 2024 NTT INDYCAR SERIES calendar, featuring 17 races that will kick off in March in St. Petersburg and conclude in September in Nashville. The schedule includes several fan-favorite markets, such as a return to the Milwaukee Mile.
Notable features of the 2024 calendar include two Saturday night races, a unique made-for-TV exhibition event in Southern California, and a season finale in a global entertainment destination. Additionally, the schedule includes 12 races broadcast on NBC, along with live streaming options on Peacock.
IndyCar continues to evolve and expand its reach, offering fans a diverse range of races in various locations throughout the season.
Milwaukee Mile Returns to the INDYCAR SERIES Schedule with a Doubleheader Weekend
The iconic Milwaukee Mile is set to make a triumphant return to the INDYCAR SERIES schedule, marking its first appearance since 2015. The historic racing facility, known for its rich history, will host a doubleheader weekend on Labor Day, showcasing two pivotal races during the 2024 championship season.
The Milwaukee Mile, a legendary 1-mile oval track in West Allis, Wisconsin, has been a historic venue for INDYCAR racing since 1939. Over the years, it has witnessed remarkable victories by renowned drivers like Tom Sneva, Rodger Ward, A.J. Foyt, Michael Andretti, Gordon Johncock, Mario Andretti, Johnny Rutherford, Bobby Unser, Al Unser, and Paul Tracy,
Roger Penske, chairman of Penske Corporation, expressed excitement about the return of INDYCAR racing to the Milwaukee Mile. He acknowledged the track’s rich tradition and history, highlighting the strong support of passionate INDYCAR fans in Milwaukee and across Wisconsin.
This Labor Day weekend doubleheader promises to reignite the Milwaukee Mile’s legacy and deliver thrilling racing action to fans in the state of Wisconsin. The partnership with the Wisconsin State Fair Park ensures a memorable and exciting return to this historic venue for INDYCAR racing enthusiasts.
The 2024 INDYCAR SERIES Season Unveils Exciting Schedule
The highly anticipated 2024 INDYCAR SERIES season is set to kick off with the 20th Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg presented by RP Funding on Sunday, March 10, taking place on the scenic Streets of St. Petersburg, Florida. This marks the beginning of an action-packed season that will see North America’s premier open-wheel racing series crisscrossing the United States.
Throughout the season, fans can look forward to thrilling races at various iconic venues, including the historic 108th Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge on Sunday, May 26. The season will culminate with an unforgettable championship finale on Sunday, Sept. 15, in the heart of Nashville’s entertainment district and honky-tonk row, where the 2024 champion will be crowned for the first time.
Mark Miles, President and CEO of Penske Entertainment Corp., emphasized the upward trajectory of the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, highlighting the diverse and exhilarating nature of the 2024 schedule. The season promises intense competition, taking place at premier global entertainment districts, classic American road courses, and thrilling high-speed ovals.
The growth and popularity of INDYCAR continue to rise, and the 2024 championship will serve as a perfect showcase for the talented drivers, with the efforts of teams and partners contributing to the series’ reach and success. NBC Sports will once again serve as the exclusive home for INDYCAR coverage in the United States, providing network coverage for 12 events during the 2024 INDYCAR SERIES season. This marks a significant milestone as it’s the first time in two decades that the series has featured three consecutive years of double-digit events on network television.
Peacock is set to maintain its position as the streaming home of the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, offering an exciting lineup of exclusive content for fans. In a groundbreaking move, Peacock will exclusively broadcast two races during the 2024 season: the Toronto race, continuing the tradition for the third consecutive year, and the Milwaukee (Race 1) event for the first time.
Peacock will not only feature exclusive races but also simulstream all races that air on television. Fans can catch all the action, including practices, qualifying, and INDY NXT by Firestone races, on Peacock throughout the season.
The 2023 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season was a resounding success for NBC Sports, achieving record-breaking viewership. It averaged a Total Audience Delivery (TAD) of 1.32 million viewers, making it the most-watched INDYCAR SERIES season on record for the network. This marked the third consecutive year of viewership growth across NBC Sports platforms, with a record audience streaming the NTT INDYCAR SERIES on Peacock. The continued partnership between INDYCAR and Peacock promises to provide fans with even more access and excitement in the upcoming season.
Exciting Start to the 2024 NTT INDYCAR SERIES Season
The 2024 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season promises to be a thrilling ride for fans, with a diverse lineup of street circuits and road courses leading up to the prestigious Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge. The season kicks off on Sunday, March 10, with the 20th edition of the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg.
Following the season opener, the NTT INDYCAR SERIES heads to The Thermal Club for an exciting event known as the first $1 Million Challenge on Sunday, March 24. This unique event serves as an Open Test and a non-points NBC showcase, taking place at the world-class Thermal Club facility situated just outside Palm Springs, California. This location provides easy access for fans from Los Angeles, one of the world’s top entertainment markets.
The $1 Million Challenge weekend will feature a captivating format that includes a qualifying session and two heat races. Members of The Thermal Club will have the opportunity to closely interact with race teams and drivers throughout the event. The top six finishers from the heat races will advance to a star-studded showcase, where they will compete for a remarkable $1 million prize, adding an extra layer of excitement to the season’s early stages.
The NTT INDYCAR SERIES Returns to Action in April
After an exciting start to the 2024 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season, the action continues on Sunday, April 21, with a thrilling race on the picturesque Streets of Long Beach. This event, telecast on USA Network, marks the 40th time that the INDYCAR SERIES has graced the iconic Southern California streets, providing fans with a taste of Hollywood glamour.
The next five events in the series will be prominently featured on NBC broadcast television and Peacock, offering fans a front-row seat to the action.
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Barber Motorsports Park, a favorite among drivers, will host the INDYCAR SERIES for the 14th time on Sunday, April 28. This race serves as the final event before the series transitions into the traditional Month of May festivities at the historic Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
The Month of May at IMS kicks off with a thrilling race on the road course on Saturday, May 11. After that, all eyes turn to the famous 2.5-mile oval for two days of qualifying on Saturday and Sunday, May 18-19. This will build up anticipation for the 108th running of the “Greatest Spectacle in Racing” – the world’s largest single-day sporting event – which is set to take place on Sunday, May 26.
Ticket sales for the Indianapolis 500 are already surpassing those of 2023, when over 300,000 fans attended, marking the second-largest Indy 500 crowd in more than two decades. This continued enthusiasm showcases the enduring popularity of this iconic event.
Summer Heats Up With a Series of Thrilling Races
The NTT INDYCAR SERIES is set to sizzle with a stretch of high-octane action taking place over five consecutive weekends as the season moves into June and July.
It all starts with the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear on Sunday, June 2, airing on USA Network. This race takes place on the challenging 1.7-mile downtown street circuit for the second consecutive year, and the new layout introduced in 2023 promises as much passing excitement as any street circuit.
The intensity continues a week later on Sunday, June 9, at historic Road America, with coverage on NBC and Peacock. The picturesque track in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, recently underwent repaving and witnessed a significant amount of on-track passing during the 2023 INDYCAR SERIES race.
On Sunday, June 23, the action shifts to WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, as seen on USA Network. Known for its iconic and breathtaking Corkscrew turn complex, this Northern California facility will host an INDYCAR SERIES race in June for the first time in over two decades.
As the summer heats up in July, fans can look forward to four races in three thrilling weeks. The action begins with three consecutive broadcast showcases on NBC and Peacock.
Mid-Summer Racing Excitement
The NTT INDYCAR SERIES will keep the Fourth of July festivities going at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, hosting a thrilling race on Sunday, July 7, which will be broadcast on NBC. This event marks the 40th consecutive year that Mid-Ohio has been the host of INDYCAR SERIES racing.
Fans can look forward to the annual Hy-Vee INDYCAR Race Weekend doubleheader at Iowa Speedway, scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, July 13-14, and both races will be aired on NBC. The 2024 edition brings back a Saturday night race, adding even more excitement to the action-packed weekend. Supported by Hy-Vee, this weekend combines wheel-to-wheel racing action with world-class music entertainment, making it a can’t-miss event at the “Fastest Short Track on the Planet.”
The NTT INDYCAR SERIES will close out its schedule before the Summer Olympics break with a return to the Streets of Toronto on Sunday, July 21. Exclusive coverage of this fan-favorite event will be available on Peacock, as the series takes to the streets around Exhibition Place and Princes’ Gates for the 38th time in Canada’s largest city.
A Thrilling Homestretch
The 2024 season will end in dramatic fashion, with five races—including three on oval tracks—packed into five weeks. It all kicks off at the World Wide Technology Raceway oval, as the NTT INDYCAR SERIES races under the lights on the 1.25-mile track on Saturday night, August 17, with the action broadcasted on USA Network.
A week later, on August 25, INDYCAR heads back to the West Coast, racing at Portland International Raceway for the 30th time. In 2023, races at both WWT Raceway and PIR featured the most on-track passes ever recorded at those facilities.
The new Labor Day weekend doubleheader at the Milwaukee Mile will be showcased on Peacock on Saturday, August 31, and then on USA Network on Sunday, September 1. Finally, the season will culminate with a thrilling finale on the Streets of Nashville on Sunday, September 15. This highly anticipated race will be broadcasted on NBC and Peacock.
A Grand Nashville Finale
The thrilling finale of the 2024 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season will take place on the Streets of Nashville, where a new 2.17-mile, seven-turn circuit awaits. This new track still incorporates the iconic Korean War Veterans Memorial Bridge while adding breathtaking views of the Country Music Hall of Fame and the world-famous honky-tonk row. This marquee event, known as the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix, will be celebrated with a massive Broadway street party that captures the true essence of Nashville.
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For the first time, the NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion will be crowned during this electrifying weekend. Adding to the excitement, the season awards ceremony will also be held in the Music City at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center on Monday, September 16.
INDYCAR President Jay Frye expressed his anticipation for the 2024 season, highlighting the record-breaking achievements of the 2023 season, such as a consistent 27 starters at each event and record-breaking on-track passing statistics at six racetracks. The NTT INDYCAR SERIES is celebrated for its diversity and competitiveness, making each season a spectacle of motorsports.
Fans can tune in to the INDYCAR Radio Network for live audio coverage of all NTT INDYCAR SERIES sessions through SiriusXM Channel 160 and the INDYCAR App powered by NTT DATA. We’ll let you know when the start times for the 2024 events are announced.
Here’s the full 2024 NTT INDYCAR SERIES Calendar with Venue and Television details:
| Date | Venue | Television |
| Sunday, March 10 | Streets of St. Petersburg | NBC, Peacock |
| Sunday, March 24 | The Thermal Club $1 Million Challenge* | NBC, Peacock |
| Sunday, April 21 | Streets of Long Beach | USA Network, Peacock |
| Sunday, April 28 | Barber Motorsports Park | NBC, Peacock |
| Saturday, May 11 | Indianapolis Motor Speedway (road course) | NBC, Peacock |
| Saturday, May 18 | Indianapolis 500 Qualifying Day 1 | NBC, Peacock |
| Sunday, May 19 | Indianapolis 500 Qualifying Day 2 | NBC, Peacock |
| Sunday, May 26 | Indianapolis Motor Speedway (oval) | NBC, Peacock |
| Sunday, June 2 | Streets of Detroit | USA Network, Peacock |
| Sunday, June 9 | Road America | NBC, Peacock |
| Sunday, June 23 | WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca | USA Network, Peacock |
| Sunday, July 7 | Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course | NBC, Peacock |
| Saturday, July 13 | Iowa Speedway Race 1 | NBC, Peacock |
| Sunday, July 14 | Iowa Speedway Race 2 | NBC, Peacock |
| Sunday, July 21 | Streets of Toronto | Peacock |
| Saturday, Aug. 17 | World Wide Technology Raceway | USA Network, Peacock |
| Sunday, Aug. 25 | Portland International Raceway | USA Network, Peacock |
| Saturday, Aug. 31 | Milwaukee Mile Race 1 | Peacock |
| Sunday, Sept. 1 | Milwaukee Mile Race 2 | USA Network, Peacock |
| Sunday, Sept. 15 | Streets of Nashville | NBC, Peacock |
Please note that the schedule is subject to change, and start times for the events will be announced at a later date.
