Where do I park at Indianapolis Speedway?
Free parking for Indianapolis 500 practice is located in Turn 3 and Lot 7 (North 40). Enter through Gate 10 from 30th Street. *Fast Friday, May 20 – parking is paid Lot 2 and Main Gate for $10.
What time do the gates open for the Indianapolis 500?
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.

How do I avoid traffic in the Indy 500?
7 secret, less-stressful ways to avoid Indianapolis 500 traffic
- Go early. Very, very early.
- Go late.
- On that note, leave early.
- Leave late.
- If given the chance to get a police escort, jump on it.
- Find someone (hopefully that you know) or rent an Airbnb within walking distance from the track.
What can you bring into Indianapolis Speedway?
All bags and coolers will be checked for size and contents at each entry gate. Bags and coolers larger than 18”x14”x14” in size are not allowed in the facility. One cooler and one bag per person. Coolers can be hard- or soft-sided.
Can you tailgate at the Indy 500?
Daily Parking & Tailgating Daily parking and tailgating is permitted in the following lots: Main Gate.

Where is Gate 2 located at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway?
16th Street, Indianapolis, IN
16th Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46222, inside the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The entrance is located at Gate 2 on the north side of 16th Street.
Do you have to wear a mask at the Indianapolis 500?
The COVID-19 rules at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway are clear — masks on except when eating and drinking and keep space between your group and those of other fans.
Do you have to wear a mask at IMS?
IMS will encourage customers to wear masks when fully indoors but there will not be a mask mandate for customers.”
Where is Gate 2 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway?
16th Street
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.
What time is morning rush hour in Indianapolis?
Rush Hour Indianapolis Weekday traffic is worst between the hours of 7 A.M. and 9 A.M. and again between 4:30 P.M. and 7 P.M.
Can you bring alcohol into Indianapolis Motor Speedway?
You can bring your own food and drink If none of the previous options are appealing, you always have the option to bring your own coolers with food and or drinks — including alcoholic ones —into the speedway. Coolers can be no bigger than 14 inches x 14 inches x 18 inches. Glass containers are prohibited.
Can I bring beer into Indianapolis Motor Speedway?
The IMS allows spectators to bring their own beer to the race. They do have rules about carry in beverages and coolers. From the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Spectator Regulations: Coolers are permitted but size is restricted to no larger than 18 inches by 14 inches by 14 inches; coolers may be hard- or soft-sided.