4790 West 16th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 492-8500
Welcome to the Plan Ahead section of IMS.com. Here you will find information for the NASCAR/INDYCAR tripleheader along with tips to getting in and out of IMS as smoothly as possible.
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Hand sanitizer and masks are available at Gates 1 & 9.
Fans, get your COVID-19 vaccination shot right here, right now at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway! In less than 30 minutes, you can receive your shot at the IU Health vaccination stations located at Gates 1,6, and 9.
IMS concession stands and merchandise locations are cashless. Tap-to-pay phone payments will be accepted, as will credit and debit transactions. However, for gate admission and parking, both cash and credit will be accepted.
Per the Marion County Department of Public Health, attendance will be limited in the grandstands each day to enable physical distancing and minimize congestion.
All individuals will be temperature-screened prior to entry with a contactless thermometer, and those with a fever or experiencing COVID-like symptoms will not be allowed to enter the venue.
IMS will provide all individuals entering the venue with a complimentary mask. Masks or face coverings will be required throughout the facility for all guests over the age of 4.
IMS will provide all individuals entering the venue with a complimentary individual hand sanitizer. Fans will be encouraged to regularly wash or sanitize their hands.
Fans must follow the seating arrangement designated by IMS, which has been created to allow for physical distancing. Distancing will also be enforced throughout the venue.
The venue will be cleaned, sanitized and disinfected regularly, with frequent cleaning of high-traffic areas and surfaces throughout the day.
Guests will be required to enter through a designated gate and will not be granted access to garages, pits and other operational areas.
There will be no indoor locations. Distancing will be enforced in queues, and touchless transactions will be encouraged whenever possible.
Fans and stakeholders will receive frequent advance communications outlining policies/procedures, encouraging thoughtful planning and advising those who are sick or at risk to stay home. On-site signage and PA announcements will reinforce health and safety messaging throughout the event.
Fans attending the INDYCAR/NASCAR doubleheader are encouraged to Plan Ahead before visiting the racetrack. This Plan Ahead guide will help race fans prepare for a smart, safe and healthy trip to the Racing Capital of the World with up-to-date information about parking, directions, gate regulations, points of entry and much more available for race fans before they visit.
Friday Aug. 11, 2023
Saturday Aug. 12, 2023
Sunday Aug. 13, 2023
Visit the Indy Express Shop powered by Verizon, where you can purchase snacks and merchandise while experiencing the ultra-speeds and massive capacity of Verizon 5G Ultra Wideband.
Fans can find this frictionless store as they enter gate 1 of the racetrack. Access is granted by downloading the store app and scanning a unique QR code at the entrance. Once inside, patrons can shop for the items they wish to purchase and walk out at their leisure. A receipt will be sent after you exit the store.
Be prepared for your trip to the Racing Capital of the World with the new and improved IMS Mobile App! Features include: