Schedule

Ohio's biggest racing event, The Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio Presented by the All-New 2026 Passport featuring the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, returns on Fourth of July weekend (July 4-6) for the 42nd running of the legendary open-wheel event. Rising open-wheel stars looking to reach INDYCAR will also be showcased in INDY NXT by Firestone and three developmental ladder series from USF Pro Championship Presented by Continental Tire.

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Gate Hours: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

8:05 AM - 8:35 AM	USF Juniors	Practice
8:55 AM - 9:25 AM	USF2000	Practice
9:45 AM - 10:15 AM	USF Pro 2000	Practice
10:35 AM - 11:05 AM	USF Juniors	Qualifying
11:25 AM - 11:55 AM	USF2000	Qualifying
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM	USF Pro 2000	Qualifying
1:05 PM - 1:45 PM	USF Juniors	Race 1
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM	NTT INDYCAR SERIES	Autograph Session in Midway (American Legion Display)
2:05 PM - 2:45 PM	USF2000	Race 1
3:05 PM - 3:50 PM	INDY NXT by Firestone	Practice 1
4:35 PM - 5:55 PM	NTT INDYCAR SERIES	Practice 1
6:15 PM	Camper Golf Cart Parade	Staging on the False Grid at 5:45 PM
7:00 PM	Live Music in the Campgrounds	Band: Panco Black Root

Time	Series	Session
8:35 AM - 9:20 AM	INDY NXT by Firestone	Practice 2
9:40 AM - 10:15 AM	USF Juniors	Race 2
10:35 AM - 11:35 AM	NTT INDYCAR SERIES	Practice 2
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Fishing with Cabela's	Meet at the pond south of the Mid-Ohio Tower
11:55 AM - 12:45 PM	USF Pro 2000	Race 1
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM	INDY NXT by Firestone	Qualifying
1:30 PM - 1:50 PM	USF Juniors	Autograph Session in the Middle Paddock
2:00 PM - 2:20 PM	USF2000	Autograph Session in the Middle Paddock
2:30 PM - 2:50 PM	USF Pro 2000	Autograph Session in the Middle Paddock
2:35 PM - 4:00 PM	NTT INDYCAR SERIES	Qualifying
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM	INDY NXT by Firestone	Autograph Session at American Legion in the Midway
4:20 PM - 5:00 PM	USF2000	Race 2
After Qualifying	Camping with Honda	Honda IndyCar drivers will tour the campground
5:15 PM - 6:05 PM	USF Pro 2000	Race 2
7:00 PM	Movie in the Esses	Disney's "Cars" on the big screen between Turns 4 & 5
Dusk	Fireworks Show	Sunset at 9:05 PM ET

Time	Series	Session
8:20 AM - 9:00 AM	USF2000	Race 3
9:32 AM - 9:57 AM	NTT INDYCAR SERIES	Warmup
10:36 AM - 11:31 AM	INDY NXT by Firestone	Race
12:20 PM - 12:50 PM	Fan Grid Walk	Enter through the Paddock
12:27 PM	NTT INDYCAR SERIES	Driver Introductions
1:22 PM	NTT INDYCAR SERIES	The Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio Presented by the All-New 2026 Passport (90 Laps)

All times subject to change.

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Fan Experiences

WEDNESDAY - JULY 2
INDYCAR Show Car Display - Updated Timing: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. ET
Check out the INDYCAR show car in downtown Lexington at the intersection of US 42 and Main St.

THURSDAY - JULY 3
Kickoff Party at The Local @ 97 (4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. ET)
Get your race weekend started by attending The Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio Presented by the All-New 2026 Passport Kickoff Party on Thursday, July 3rd at The Local @ 97 (58 OH-97, Lexington, OH 44904)! Mike Shank, Meyer Shank Racing co-owner, and Meyer Shank Racing NTT INDYCAR SERIES drivers Marcus Armstrong and Felix Rosenqvist plus additional support series drivers will be on site at select times to sign autographs and meet fans. Food and beverage specials will be available. Plus, enjoy live music from Taylor Schlupp and check out the IndyCar show car on display.

FRIDAY - JULY 4
Camper Golf Cart Parade (6:15 p.m. ET)
It's back! Campers with golf carts will again have the opportunity to take a lap around the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course after the final NTT INDYCAR SERIES session. Don't forget to decorate your cart in Red, White & Blue! Meet at the False Grid to check-in and sign a waiver. (No glass on the track.)

Live Music in the Campgrounds (7 p.m. ET)
After a trip around the track, campers will be welcomed back to the campgrounds with the musical stylings of Panco Black Root! The band combines the inspired lyricism of timeless Americana balladry; the high-octane, guitar-driven passion of classic Southern rock and blues; and the jaw-dropping musicianship of jazz and classical virtuosity.

SATURDAY - JULY 5
Fishing with Cabela's (11 a.m. - 2 p.m. ET)
All kids are invited to come to the pond south of the Mid-Ohio Tower (see Facility Map) to fish! Poles and bait will be provided by Cabela's while supplies last (first-come, first-served).

Camping with Honda (Late Afternoon following NTT INDYCAR SERIES Qualifying)
After IndyCar qualifying concludes, various Honda-powered IndyCar drivers will tour the campgrounds to meet fans, take pictures and sign autographs. Campers are encouraged to decorate your campsites in Red, White & Blue in celebration of the holiday weekend.

Movie in the Esses (7 p.m. ET)
Ticketed Saturday and Weekend guests can stick around and watch the hit animated classic "Cars" movie on the big screen in the "Esses" between Turns 4 and 5. Bring your cooler, blanket and lawn chairs, and enjoy a relaxing evening before the fireworks.

Fireworks Show (After Dusk - Sunset is 9:05 p.m. ET)
To cap off Saturday's activities, enjoy a spectacular fireworks display over the Mid-Ohio grounds. Hang out on the spectator mounds, bring your lawn chair, cooler, friends and family and continue the Fourth of July celebrations.

SUNDAY - JULY 6
Fan Grid Walk (12:20 p.m. - 12:50 p.m. ET)
Join us for the Fan Grid Walk ahead of the IndyCar race on Sunday! Enter through the Paddock using the gate west of the Mid-Ohio Victory Circle Stage. Don't have a Paddock Pass? No problem! The Paddock will open to all fans just before the Fan Grid Walk begins.

Racing Series

The NTT INDYCAR SERIES is the premier open-wheel racing series in North America. It offers one of the most diverse and challenging schedules in motorsports with races held on ovals, permanent road courses and temporary street courses.

Indy NXT cars race through Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course

INDY NXT by Firestone is the developmental series of INDYCAR as it advances drivers and team personnel to compete in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES and the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge. INDY NXT by Firestone, formerly known as Indy Lights, focuses on the next generation of open-wheel racers and is the premier proving ground for young talent and innovative technologies.

The USF Pro Championships Presented by Continental Tire is an evolution of the Road to Indy, one of the most successful driver development programs in the world. Comprised of USF Pro 2000, USF2000 Championship and USF Juniors, the ladder system provides a unique, scholarship-funded path to the NTT INDYCAR SERIES and Indianapolis 500. The mission of the USF Pro Championships is to develop and advance, and that includes not only drivers but teams and personnel as well.