Firestone Grand Prix 2026: Start Time, Circut, Map, TV Channel, Live Stream

Firestone Grand Prix 2026: Date, Start Time, Circut, Route, Map, TV Channel, Live Stream.





The Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg kicks off the 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season with one of the most iconic street races in North America. Held on a challenging 1.8-mile, 14-turn temporary circuit through the downtown streets of St. Petersburg, the event combines high-speed action, waterfront views, and a vibrant festival atmosphere.







When is Firestone Grand Prix 2026?

February 27 – March 1, 2026

Main race: Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET


Where is Firestone Grand Prix 2026?


St. Petersburg, Florida

Downtown street circuit around the waterfront and Albert Whitted Airport


Circuit Detail of Firestone Grand Prix 2026?

Type: Temporary street circuit  

Length: 1.8 miles (2.9 km)  

Turns: 14  

Layout: Mix of tight hairpins, medium-speed corners, and one long straight along the waterfront  

Direction: Clockwise  

Known for: Very technical first sector, slippery surface in places, and dramatic overtaking opportunities at Turn 1 and Turn 10


How to watch Firestone Grand Prix 2026?

TV:

– Practice & Qualifying: FS1 / FS2

– Race: FOX (Sunday, March 1 at 12:00 PM ET)  

Streaming: FOX Sports app, FOXSports.com, INDYCAR digital platforms  

On-site: Tickets available via official event website; general admission and grandstand viewing options



Full Weekend Schedule of Firestone Grand Prix 2026


Friday, February 27 

1:30 PM ET – NTT INDYCAR SERIES Practice 1

Broadcast: FS2 | Highlights & Results available


Saturday, February 28 

9:30 AM ET – NTT INDYCAR SERIES Practice 2

Broadcast: FS1 | Highlights & Results available  

4:30 PM ET – NTT INDYCAR SERIES Qualifications

Broadcast: FS2 | Highlights & Results available


Sunday, March 1 

9:00 AM ET – NTT INDYCAR SERIES Warmup

Broadcast: FS1 | Highlights & Results available  

12:00 PM ET – NTT INDYCAR SERIES Race

Broadcast: FOX | Live coverage of the 100-lap main event


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