St. Pete Grand Prix
2/27/2026 - 3/1/2026
Description
Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg 2026
The Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg returns to downtown St. Pete for three action-packed days of world-class racing along the city’s waterfront streets. As the season opener for the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, this iconic event brings speed, excitement, and festival energy to the heart of the city.
Event Details
WHEN
Friday, February 27 – Sunday, March 1, 2026
(Race Week activities begin Thursday, February 26)
WHERE
Downtown St. Petersburg Street Circuit
Bayshore Drive NE & surrounding downtown streets
Racing Series Featured
NTT INDYCAR SERIES – Premier open-wheel racing in North America
INDY NXT by Firestone – Rising stars competing for advancement
NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series – Saturday headline race
USF2000 Championship – Emerging driver development series
Mazda MX-5 Cup – High-energy spec racing
Ticket Options
Grandstand Seating (Reserved Seats)
Gold – Turn 1 & Turn 10 (3-Day Only)
- Adult: $185
- Junior (12 & under): $165
Silver – Upper Rows, Pit Lane Grandstands 3–7
- 3-Day Adult: $170
- 3-Day Junior: $150
- Single Day Adult: $135
- Single Day Junior: $125
Bronze – Lower Rows, Pit Lane Grandstands 3–7
- 3-Day Adult: $140
- 3-Day Junior: $120
- Single Day Adult: $110
- Single Day Junior: $100
Grandstand tickets include event admission and a reserved seat. Paddock and pit access require an additional pass.
General Admission
- 3-Day Adult: $80
- 3-Day Junior: $70
Single-Day General Admission
- Friday Adult / Junior: $30
- Saturday Adult: $55 | Junior: $45
- Sunday Adult: $70 | Junior: $60
General Admission does not include reserved grandstand seating. Grandstands are open to all fans on Friday only (first-come, first-served).
VIP Club Experience
VIP Club – 3-Day
$1,300 + tax
Includes:
- VIP suite access (trackside above pit lane)
- INDYCAR Paddock Pass (daily)
- Food & beverage service
- Open-air, shaded hospitality area
For VIP Club and group hospitality options:
Giles Dowden
Director, Sales & Client Services
📞 (727) 248-9167
hospitality@gpstpete.com
Additional Passes
Pit & Paddock Pass (3-Day) – $160
- Must be 18+
- Requires purchase of a 3-Day Grandstand ticket
Firestone INDYCAR Paddock Pass
- 2-Day: $85
- Single Day: $55
Sold Out for 2026
- Champions Club
- Rookie Racers
- RV Club
Schedule Highlights
Thursday, February 26
- INDYCAR Party in the Park – North Straub Park (Free)
- 5K Run on the Grand Prix Track
Friday, February 27
- Practice & Qualifying Sessions
- Autograph Sessions
- Mazda MX-5 Cup, USF2000, INDY NXT, INDYCAR, NASCAR Truck Series
Saturday, February 28
- NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Race (80 Laps)
- INDY NXT Race
- Mazda MX-5 Cup Race
Sunday, March 1
- INDY NXT Race
- Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg – INDYCAR Race (100 Laps)
For the full schedule click here
Schedule subject to change.
Volunteer Opportunities
The Firestone Grand Prix is powered by an incredible volunteer team.
2026 Volunteer Applications Are Open
Volunteer roles include:
- Fan Engagement
- Grandstands
- Hospitality
- Information Services
- Show Car Team
- Yacht Club Team
- Access Control & More
For volunteer opportunities click here
Exhibiting, Partnerships & Vending
Partnership Opportunities
Giles Dowden – Director, Sales & Client Services
📧 partnership@gpstpete.com
Exhibiting & Vending
Matt Borkan – Senior Account Executive
📧 exhibit@gpstpete.com
For more information click here
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