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Sukup INDYCAR Race Weekend

We have collected several questions over the course of the last 12 months regarding the Sukup INDYCAR Race Weekend, to which we have listed several of them below. We have also included a number of Frequently Asked Questions associated with Camping, Parking, Tickets, and Gate Regulations, to which those may be found on their corresponding pages, plus this A to Z Event FAQ Guide.

If you still have not found an answer to your question, you are welcome to email us at info@indycaratiowa.com, and we will do our best to answer it for you.

Alex Palou in the pit lane at Iowa

Iowa Speedway provides accessible seating, parking, and facilities for individuals with disabilities. Tickets are available for wheelchair-accessible and companion seating in multiple locations at the racetrack for purchase through the Ticket Office. Accessible seating areas have the closest spectator parking and adjacent accessible facilities (restrooms, retail shops, concession stands, etc.). Please contact the Ticket Office at 641-417-6007 between 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (ET) Monday through Friday for further details and ordering information.

Alcohol will be served at designated locations during Sukup INDYCAR Race Weekend. For those guests that do consume alcohol, please do so responsibly and be considerate of your fellow fans. Guests must be 21 years old and present a valid photo ID with proof of age when purchasing alcohol at Iowa Speedway. The event reserves the right to refuse to serve alcohol to any person, for any reason, and will contact police if a guest is acting in a manner that is contrary to the law or that may endanger themselves, others, or any property. Iowa Code States Licenses may not allow patrons to bring liquor onto the licensed premises.

Animals are not allowed inside the gates except for service animals providing assistance to an individual with a disability.

Fans are encouraged to download the free INDYCAR mobile app powered by NTT where you can tune into the race communication between drivers and teams live during the race. The app also offers information on each of the drivers and incredible in-car views while the race is occurring. Download the app here.

Individuals should not wear clothing that has inappropriate, abusive messages or images on it. The clothing worn should also offer appropriate body coverage that abides by the public nature of this event. Closed-toe shoes are recommended but not required.

If you need vehicle assistance, you can contact the Iowa Speedway operator at 641-840-1649 or locate the nearest guest services representative

Bags are allowed at a limit of two per person and must not exceed a maximum size of 18”x14”x14”. Bags exceeding the maximum size allowance will not be allowed inside the venue. Bag check service will not available.

Camping is a tradition at Iowa Speedway and the Sukup INDYCAR Race Weekend will offer a complete camping experience for fans. More information is available on our camping page.

Sukup INDYCAR Race Weekend will be cashless throughout the three-day event at Iowa Speedway. All concessions stands and vendors will only accept digital or card payments during race weekend.

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Digital tickets will be available for Sukup INDYCAR Race Weekend ticketholders. Please review our Digital Ticket Guide for more Information on how to access digital tickets.

Unmanned aerial vehicles, commonly known as drones and also referred to as remotely piloted aircrafts, and similar remote-controlled devices are not permitted through the gates.

Guests may be dropped off at Iowa Speedway, however, there is no designated pick up and drop off location. Guests should be dropped off when it is safe to do so and in the manner that least disrupts traffic flow.

All emergency announcements and instructions will be made over the public address system. Please be attentive of these messages. If you need to report an emergency, locate the nearest guest services representative, security personnel or law enforcement member or call Iowa Speedway at 641-840-1649.

Weapons of any type, including knives, firearms and ammunition are not permitted.

Trained medical personnel will be on site at the first aid stations located on the concourse during open gate hours on race weekend. Specific locations of the first aid stations can be found on the venue map. In the case of an emergency, medical personnel will respond immediately. Any guests that need assistance should locate a guest services representative or call Iowa Speedway at 641-840-1649.  View Facility Map

Outside food and beverage are not allowed with the exception of unopened water bottles containing only water. Food and beverage services will operate during open gate hours. Full-service concessions stands will be serving a variety of both food and beverage. An assortment of food trucks will be stationed at both ends of the midway selling signature foods. A beer garden located at one end of the midway will serve alcoholic beverages to fans 21 and over. Beverage stations will be located throughout the concourse, as well. NOTE: Iowa Speedway will operate as a cashless venue for this event. All food/beverage service will be cashless

Fans that purchase a Garage Pass will have access to the infield garage area at Iowa Speedway to watch your favorite teams work on their cars. Garage Pass holders will also be able to see NTT INDYCAR SERIES Officials inspect each car before it’s approved for competition and will have access to the Fan Walk premium observation area. All individuals regardless of age must have a Garage Pass to access the garage. Minors must be always accompanied by a credentialed parent or legal guardian. A waiver must be signed by passholder or parent or legal guardian in the before the credential is handed out.

For a complete overview of permitted and prohibited items for Sukup INDYCAR Race Weekend, please review the listing here under Gate Policies.

All fans, regardless of age will require a ticket for admittance on Saturday and Sunday of Sukup INDYCAR Race Weekend. Friday, July 11 - All tickets are General Admission only. Everyone regardless of age will be admitted free. Saturday, July 12 - All reserved seat ticketholders require a ticket for admittance, regardless of age. Sunday, July 13 - All reserved seat ticketholders require a ticket for admittance, regardless of age.

Information on accommodations, attractions and things to do in the area can be found online at traveliowa.com and at City Of Newton Visitors Guide.

Neither the NTT INDYCAR SERIES nor INDY NXT presented by Firestone runs in the rain on oval track like Iowa Speedway. If inclement weather forces a cancellation of a specific day’s activities, tickets for that specific day will not be valid on any other date. If the event or any portion of the event is postponed, ticketholders should retain their tickets as they will be honored for gate admission on the postponed date. Suite and hospitality tickets are valid only for the date printed on the ticket and will not be valid for gate admission or grant access to a suite or hospitality area on a postponed date.

Any guests that have lost an item at the track during race weekend should contact Iowa Speedway at 641-840-1649. If you have found a lost item, we encourage you to turn that item in to Ticket Booth 2 or an information center. After the event has concluded, guests can complete this form to locate their lost item. Link to Form.

A facility map is available online under the Fan Guide tab or by clicking HERE.

A designated nursing area will be available for use during race weekend. This designated area will be located on the south end of the concourse inside the gates near Ticket Booth 1.

Information on parking and camping for Sukup INDYCAR Race Weekend is located here: Parking Information

For a complete overview of prohibited items for Sukup INDYCAR Race Weekend, please review the listing here under Gate Policies.

The NTT INDYCAR SERIES races during INDYCAR Race Weekend will be broadcast live through the INDYCAR Radio Network and can be heard through the INDYCAR mobile app Presented by NTT Data. Scanners will be available to rent at the track through our vendor partner.

Individuals may leave and re-enter the gates throughout each day and their valid tickets for that day's activities. To be eligible to re-enter, the guest’s ticket must be shown, and their hand must be stamped upon departure so that they may re-enter through the Iowa Speedway ticket gates. Ticket and hand stamp must be shown for re-entry.

Permanent restrooms are located on either end of the concourse. Several portable toilets will also be available for use throughout the property.

Transportation golf carts and trams will travel the racetrack access areas continuously throughout the open gate hours to provide shuttle service for guests. Please review the tram map for specific route information [LINK TO MAP, STILL COMING]. Shuttle service is also available for individuals with accessibility needs.

Smoking, including e-cigarettes, vaporizers, or similar products, is only allowed in designated areas per the Iowa Smoke Free Air Act.

Tailgating regulations can be found within the Gate Policies. Tailgating regulations will vary on parking location.

Information regarding the ticket office can be found HERE.

All ticket sales are final – no refunds.

Water bottle filling stations and cooling stations will be located throughout the midway for use during race weekend.

Wi-Fi service will be available for use inside the gates of Iowa Speedway. Wi-Fi service will not be available in the parking lots and beyond.