What seats are covered at Indianapolis Motor Speedway?
The Penthouse seats in A, B and E all have seat backs with arms rests. More details on seating below. Protection from the Rain and Sun – The Penthouse Sections are under cover. Stands A, B and E (Sections 1-24), rows K and higher are covered to protect you from the sun and in case of rain.
Where is Gate 2 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway?
Gate 2: Must enter westbound off 16th Street (use right two lanes to enter Gate 2) Guests with 5th & Hulman Parking passes are urged to arrive at IMS via 16th Street and Gate 2. Guests with Turn 3 and Turn 4 parking are urged to arrive at IMS via 30th Street and Gate 10.
How much does it cost to go to the Indy 500?
| General Admission | Event Day Prices | |
|---|---|---|
| Indy 500 Race Day – Sunday, May 29, 2022 | General Admission | $50 |
| Indy 500 Snake Pit presented by Coors Light – Sunday, May 29, 2022 | General Admission* | $75 |
| VIP* | $200 | |
| *Does not include gate admission to the facility |
Can you walk around the Indianapolis Motor Speedway?
Take a lap around the famed 2.5-mile oval with our “Kiss the Bricks” tour, a 30-minute narrated tour with a stop at the start/finish line so you have an opportunity to do what race winners have done since 1996: kiss the 1909-vintage paving bricks that once comprised the entire racing surface.
Where is the best place to sit at the Indy 500?
Like many events, the best seats at the Indy 500 are in large part a matter of personal preference. Typically at race events, the higher up the seats, the better the sightlines. Some of the most coveted seats are in E Penthouse (turn 1) and the suites near the start/finish line.
How many miles is Indianapolis Motor Speedway?
2.5 miles
2.5 miles. The track has four distinct turns and straightaways, a layout unchanged since the facility opened in 1909. The front and back straightaways are 5/8th of a mile each, with the “short chute” straightaways between Turns 1 and 2 and Turns 3 and 4 at 1/8th of a mile each.
What time do the gates open at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway?
All entrance gates to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway are open on Indianapolis 500 Race Day. To ensure smooth entry, it is recommended that all fans arrive at the gate closest to their seating location before 10 a.m.
Who won the Indy 500?
Hélio Castroneves
Indianapolis 500/Latest winners
Helio Castroneves earns $1,828,305 for Indy 500 win from total purse of $8,854,565. INDIANAPOLIS – Helio Castroneves’ Indianapolis 500 victory Sunday afternoon, the fourth of his illustrious career, stands to go down as the Brazilian driver’s greatest achievement – even if his take-home pay doesn’t reflect it.
How much does a Indy car engine cost?
In addition to that, teams must use the same engine for qualifying and the race. A one-engine program comes in at $125,000, and a full month program costs $225,000. Meanwhile, Firestone provides a maximum of 33 sets of tires for the month. According to the teams’ testimony, Firestone’s bill comes to at least $91,000.
Does IMS have track days?
The Indy Racing Experience Driving Program gives each customer the chance to learn what it is like to drive a real NTT IndyCar Series car that has competed in the famed Indianapolis 500. A selected number of Indy Racing Experience days are available at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.