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
Track Map
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