What channel is the 2026 Indy 500 on TV? Schedule, start time, how to watch, where to stream
Indy 500 weekend is one of the biggest and most exciting events in motorsports. In 2026, the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 will take place over Memorial Day weekend, with activities running from Friday, May 22 through Sunday, May 24 at the historic Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Here's what we know from race start time to the starting grid:
What channel is the 2026 Indy 500 race on TV, Sunday, May 24, 2026? How to watch Indianapolis 500 live coverage
The 2026 Indy 500 will air live on NBC and USA Network (with NBC carrying the main broadcast).
Where to stream, watch the 2026 Indy 500 race on TV, Sunday, May 26, 2026? Streaming Indianapolis 500 live
Live coverage of the Indianapolis 500 can be streamed INDYCAR LIVE,
Peacock (NBC’s streaming service)
Peacock (NBC’s streaming service)
NBC Sports App
Fubo (with a free trial available)
How can I listen to the 2026 Indy 500? Where to stream Indianapolis 500 radio
The race will be broadcast live on SiriusXM IndyCar Radio (Channel 218) and the IMS Radio Network (available on local stations and online).
2026 Indy 500 race day schedule, times for Sunday, May 24th
6 a.m.: Gates open
8:45-10:10 a.m.: Borg Warner Trophy march to the bricks.
9-9:20 a.m.: Cars to pit lane
9:30 a.m.: Red carpet show
10:30 a.m.: Cars to grid on front stretch
10:37 a.m.: Indy 500 winners lap
10:54 a.m.: Historic cars lap
11:25 a.m.: Military appreciation lap
11:47 a.m.: Driver introductions
12:18 p.m.: Invocation
12:24 p.m.: National anthem, Natalie Grant
12:29 p.m.: Drivers to your cars
12:36 p.m.: "Back Home Again in Indiana," Jim Cornelison
12:38 p.m.: Command to start engines, Roger Penske
12:45 p.m.: Green flag for 109th Indy 500, 200 laps on the 2.5-mile Indianapolis Motor Speedway oval
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2026 Indianapolis 500 starting grid: Indy 500 lineup of drivers
The official 33-car starting grid and field for the 2026 Indy 500 will be set after qualifying on May 16–17, 2026. The current list of entered drivers and full starting lineup will be released closer to the event.
When is the 2026 Indy 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway? What date is the Indianapolis 500 at IMS?
The 2026 Indianapolis 500 is scheduled for Sunday, May 24, 2026. This marks the 110th running of "The Greatest Spectacle in Racing" and takes place over Memorial Day weekend.
What is the 2026 Indy 500 start time? When does the Indianapolis 500 green flag drop?
The green flag drops for the Indianapolis 500 at 12:45 p.m. ET, Sunday, May 24, 2026.
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