Fire up your engines for the Indy 500, also known as “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing!” The 2026 Indianapolis 500 is set to bring another action-packed weekend for racing fans across the country as top drivers compete for one of motorsport’s most elite titles. With millions expected to tune in, viewers are looking for race start time, TV channel information and broadcast details for this year’s Indy 500.
Whether you’re a longtime Indy fan or just following the race day excitement, here’s everything to know about when the 2026 Indy 500 will be held, how to watch it live and how long the event should last.
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When is the 2026 Indy 500?
The 2026 Indy 500 will be held on Sunday, May 24, 2026 at the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The annual race is traditionally held during Memorial Day weekend.
This year marks the 110th running of the Indy 500, where drivers compete in a 500-mile race around the legendary 2.5-mile oval. Fans can expect all the pre-race traditions, including pre-race ceremonies, celebrity appearances and a “Back Home Again in Indiana” sing-along.
How to watch the 2026 Indy 500
The 2026 Indy 500 will be broadcast live on FOX Race coverage and will also be broadcast on FOX One, the FOX Sports app and FOXSports.com.
For live streaming fans, you can also stream the race through services that carry FOX, including YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV and Fubo.
What time does the Indy 500 start?
The green flag for the 2026 Indy 500 is expected to fall at 12:45 PM ET on Sunday, May 24. The pre-race broadcast on FOX has already begun at 10 a.m. ET.
Additional race day festivities include a performance of the national anthem and introduction of drivers.
How long is the Indy 500?
The Indy 500 is 500 miles long and consists of 200 laps around the 2.5-mile oval track at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Most Indy 500 races typically last about three hours, although the total running time can vary depending on caution flags, crashes, and/or weather delays. Unlike some racing series, the Indy 500 does not include additional laps, so the race will officially end once drivers have completed all 200 laps.
