St. Pete Grand Prix

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.

Purchase tickets here

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).

Purchase tickets here

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

Purchase tickets here

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

FAQ & A-Z Guide

https://www.gpstpete.com/plan-your-visit/a-z-info-guide