Month of May Events
The chapters of this story take a whole month to tell. This is blood. Sweat. Tears. And maybe a few beers. 33 engines will roar to life on Sunday, May 26.
May 18
PPG Armed Forces Qualifying - Day 1
Four intense laps, 16 perfect corners, 230+ mph speeds. Buckle up, because Indianapolis 500 qualifying will have your heart racing May 18-19! The most daring racers in the world go all-out, holding on for 10 nerve-racking miles with the hopes of earning a spot in 'The Greatest Spectacle in Racing.'
May 24
Miller Lite Carb Day
It’s racing. It’s rock ‘n roll. It’s pure bliss. Miller Lite Carb Day is the ultimate turbo boost into the greatest weekend in racing!
May 26
Coors Light Snake Pit
The ultimate party in motorsports – the Coors Light Snake Pit – is back on Indianapolis 500 Race Day as the launching pad for a sizzling summer.
Indianapolis 500 Plan Ahead
Make sure you're ready for your trip to IMS! Be sure to visit IMS.com/PlanAhead to learn gate regulations, parking locations, schedules and so much more. And be sure to stay glued to the IMS social media channels to learn how you can Advance Your Race Day with Advance Auto Parts!
Latest News
Corvette E-Ray to Pace 108th Indianapolis 500
The quickest production Corvette in history, which also features electrified All-Wheel Drive (eAWD), will lead the field to the green flag Sunday, May 26 at IMS.
BorgWarner, Unser Help ‘Wreath Lady’ Celebrate 33 Years of Tradition
Two-time Indianapolis 500 winner Al Unser Jr. (photo, left) presented a signed poster to BorgWarner winner's wreath creator Julie Vance (photo, right).
INDYCAR SERIES Race Winner, Longtime Official Dallenbach Dies at 87
Wally Dallenbach drove to five INDYCAR SERIES victories and was the highly respected chief steward of the INDYCAR SERIES for more than 20 years.
Indy 500 Décor, Community Initiatives Celebrate, Extend Iconic Month of May
May is community, and nothing brings people together like the stunning art and fan-friendly events that signal “This is May” throughout Central Indiana.
Doug & Drivers
IMS President Doug Boles conducts a weekly series of in-depth interviews with NTT INDYCAR SERIES drivers leading to the Month of May.
Scott Dixon
Six-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion and 2008 Indy 500 winner Scott Dixon joins IMS President Doug Boles to talk the start of the INDYCAR season in St. Petersburg, his decades-long career, the race wins that got away and more.
Will Power
Doug and Drivers returns for the 2024 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season leading up to the 108th Running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge. The first driver that IMS President Doug Boles is interviewing is 2018 Indy 500 winner Will Power, who dishes on his storied career, the empty feeling he has from not having an Indy 500 pole, and the issues that have plagued his personal life the last year.
Ed Carpenter
For over two decades, there is one thing that's certain at the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge: Ed Carpenter. Now in the Top 10 All-Time for Indy 500 starts and miles completed, the NTT INDYCAR SERIES team owner reflects on his career, his close calls at Indy and what it's like fostering the next generation of race car drivers.
Community Calendar Upcoming Events
Learn more about the many exciting events happening in our communities!
May 24
Rockin’ on Main
The Month of May truly captures the spirit of this community and Rockin’ on Main provides a fantastic opportunity to highlight all that the Town of Speedway has to offer. Come watch as Main Street is transformed into a race-inspired, music-infused party space!
July 01
South Bend Cubs – Brickyard 400 Night
From Indianapolis Motor Speedway to Four Winds Field. Make Four Winds Field your next pit stops on Brickyard 400 Night. Bring the family to enjoy a night out at the ballpark, racing in-game entertainment and so much more!
Greatest Traditions in Racing
Is It May Yet? Brush up on IMS history.
Winner's Milk
An ice-cold bottle of milk after 500 miles of racing is one of the most iconic celebrations in all of sports. It is a simple representation of a lifetime of dreams, a symbol of our proudest moments and motivation for 33 of the best drivers in the world to achieve the unimaginable.
Back Home Again
The sound of this song fills the Indiana air with a buzz of energy that cannot be explained. Whether Indiana natives or Hoosiers at heart, the words of this special song strike a chord with all of us.
Borg-Warner Trophy
The Borg-Warner Trophy is one of the most recognizable prizes in all of sports. It’s art, speed and elegance all wrapped in one, chronicling every moment of the Indianapolis 500 it has witnessed.