Celebrate our Nation’s 250th birthday with the speed and innovation of INDYCAR
The Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C., will take place Aug. 22-23, 2026, marking the first‑ever NTT INDYCAR SERIES race on the National Mall. The free, two-day motorsports event will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with world‑class racing set against the backdrop of some of America’s most historic landmarks, including the Washington Monument and the U.S. Capitol.
THANK YOU FANS FOR AN AMAZING FREEDOM 250 GRAND PRIX
The Freedom 250 Grand Prix thanks everyone that was part of a special weekend in the Nation's Capital. We hope you enjoyed your experience on the National Mall. Thank you!
Champions Club
For an exclusive race weekend experience, reserve a spot in the Freedom 250 Grand Prix Champions Club.
Digital Event Guide
The mobile-optimized event guide provides instant access to race weekend schedules, interactive event maps, transportation information, key attractions and event details through any smartphone browser, with no app download required. Designed to work natively on mobile devices, the Freedom 250 Grand Prix event guide puts all the pertinent information at fans’ fingertips – with or without an internet connection – ensuring that guests will get up to speed and stay on the lead lap all weekend long.
Virtual Course Tour
Take a virtual lap around INDYCAR’s all-new Washington, D.C. street circuit ahead of the Freedom 250 Grand Prix on August 23, 2026.
Racing on the National Mall
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Latest News
Kyle Kirkwood Dominates for Historic, Star-Spangled Victory in D.C.
The American driver for Andretti Global trimmed his gap to NTT INDYCAR SERIES leader Alex Palou from 133 to 91 points with three races remaining this season.
Alex Palou Punishes Rivals With Sensational Pole Lap in D.C.
The reigning NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion earned his career-best seventh NTT P1 Award of the season at the Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C.
Alex Palou Again Comes to Grips Quickly With New D.C. Circuit
The four-time INDYCAR SERIES champion (photo) climbed to the top of the second practice for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C. after ending second in the opening practice this morning.
Top Two Title Fighters Lead Historic Opening Practice in D.C.
NTT INDYCAR SERIES cars ran at speed for the first time on the streets of the nation's capital as the Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C., got underway with Kyle Kirkwood and Alex Palou taking the top two spots.