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May 16-22, 26-28

Carb Day

Miller Lite Carb Day

Friday, May 26

It’s racing. It’s rock ‘n roll. It’s pure bliss. Miller Lite Carb Day is the ultimate turbo boost into the greatest weekend in racing! This high-octane party features some of the most exciting action on (and off) the track as the world revs its engines for the 107th Running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge. Let’s get Back to Rock Friday, May 26.


All times eastern time

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Gates Open

Gates close at the conclusion of the Miller Lite Carb Day Concert.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Indianapolis 500 Practice

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Indy 500 Pit Stop Challenge

It's time for the top pit crews in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES to take center stage on Miller Lite Carb Day! During this tournament-style pit stop competition, two cars will line up side by side on pit lane. When the light turns green, the cars will race into a pit box, where their crew is waiting to simulate a full-service pit stop in front of the roaring Friday crowd. Once complete, the drivers will exit the pit box and race to the finish line. The team that performs the quickest service advances to the next round, pending any penalties. The final round is a best-of-three competition between two teams, with the winners taking home bragging rights and a cash prize.

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Miller Lite Carb Day Concert

Bryan Adams, one of the best-selling music artists of all time, will headline the Miller Lite Carb Day Concert on Friday, May 26 at IMS with special guest Soul Asylum to open the show.

*Concert start time subject to change.

**Concert gates open at 3:30 p.m.