May Is Yours
May is special. May is yours. And soon, May is OURS! The countdown is on to the 108th Running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge. Is It May Yet?
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 11
Sonsio Grand Prix - Race Day
The Month of May shifts into high gear when the stars of the NTT INDYCAR SERIES take on the action-packed IMS road course for the Sonsio Grand Prix.
May 19
PPG Armed Forces Qualifying - Day 2
Four Laps. Ten Miles. High Drama. Don't miss who will make the show and who will go home.
May 26
Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge
It’s the buzz of energy in the Indiana air. It’s the sense of pride racing through your heart. It’s that feeling connecting you to “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing.” It’s time to come Back Home Again Sunday, May 26 for the 108th Running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge.
Latest News
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.
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.
Full Day of Entertainment Scheduled for Miller Lite Carb Day
Final practice, air demonstrations and music acts round out schedule Friday, May 24 at IMS.
Community Calendar Upcoming Events
Learn more about the many exciting events happening in our communities!
May 02
Artist Industry Night: Welcome Race Fans Edition
Join Indianapolis Motor Speedway and Indy Arts Council for the unveiling of the 2024 Welcome Race Fans artwork and meet this year's artists: Carlos Sosa Pagán, Jaylei Osting, Anna Afshar, Lindsey Lord, and Ratat Rayay.
May 02
Mini Marathon Expo
The 500 Festival Mini-Marathon Expo in Indianapolis will take place on May 5, featuring interactive activities and exhibitors for all ages. The event is free and open to the public.
May 03
Porch Party – Harrison Center
On May 3rd, join the Harrison Center and Indianapolis Motor Speedway for First Friday and our annual Porch Party Indy Kickoff. Stop by and visit the Harrison Center to take part in special performances, limited porch party kits provided by IMS, and more race-related activities for the whole family to enjoy.