Detroit Grand Prix
Every year, Detroit welcomes visitors from around the world to experience racing in our city, and the DDP is proud to create a vibrant Downtown community while also providing critical support for this dynamic weekend.
The Detroit Grand Prix (DGP) is a 501c3 and a subsidiary of the Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP).
2026 Detroit Grand Prix
Friday, May 29 | Saturday, May 30 | Sunday, May 31
The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) is thrilled to have the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear in Downtown Detroit and to serve as a strategic partner for the Grand Prix by providing critical year-round strategic and operational support. Annually, our city welcomes visitors from around the world over the race weekend and the DDP team will be out maintaining our public spaces and providing critical assistance and support to visitors and residents alike.
Check back periodically for more updates about the 2026 race weekend.
Below is a TENTATIVE daily schedule of activities and is subject to change.
Friday, May 29 - Practice and Qualifying
Admission Gates Open
GTP/GTD Pro Practice 1
IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship
Promoter Ride Session
(tentative)
Corvette Car Corral Track Laps
GTP/GTD Pro Practice 2
IMSA WeatherTech Sportscar Championship
Drivers’ Autograph Session
NTT INDYCAR SERIES
Practice 1
INDY NXT by Firestone
Practice 1
NTT INDYCAR SERIES
Qualifying – GTD Pro
IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship
Qualifying – GTP
IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship
Detroit Grand Prix Cruise Night presented by the Detroit Auto Show
Below is a TENTATIVE daily schedule of activities and is subject to change.
Saturday, May 30 - Qualifying and Support Races
Admission Gates Open
Practice 2
INDY NXT by Firestone
Practice 2
NTT INDYCAR SERIES
Warm-up
IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship
Qualifying
INDY NXT by Firestone
Drivers’ Autograph Session
IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship
Qualifying
NTT INDYCAR SERIES
Drivers’ Autograph Session
INDY NXT by Firestone
Open Fan Grid Walk
IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship
Blue Cross Blue Shield Pit Lane
Chevrolet Detroit Sports Car Classic
IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship
100 minutes
Post-Race
IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship
Autotrader Winners Circle
Car Corral Track Laps
Corvette & Cadillac
Checkered Flag Mass
Saints Peter & Paul Jesuit Church, 438 St. Antoine St, Detroit
Below is a TENTATIVE daily schedule of activities and is subject to change.
Sunday, May 31 - Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear Race Day
Admission Gates Open
Car Corral Track Laps
Corvette
Warm-Up
NTT INDYCAR SERIES
Race
INDY NXT by Firestone
Post-Race Ceremonies
INDY NXT by Firestone
Pre-Race Ceremonies
NTT INDYCAR SERIES
Driver Introductions Start
NTT INDYCAR SERIES
Chevrolet INDYCAR Grand Prix
NTT INDYCAR SERIES
Post-Race Ceremonies
NTT INDYCAR SERIES
Autotrader Winner’s Circle
Entry Requirements
INCREASED SECURITY MEASURES
Guests may be screened prior to entering the venue by security personnel using a hand-held wand device or a walk-through metal detector. All bags are subject to search. Any items on prohibited list, are illegal or considered suspicious are subject to confiscation and guests could be denied entry.
DETROIT GRAND PRIX PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Weapons of any kind, including but not limited to, pocketknives, firearms and ammunition
- Unmanned aerial devices such as drones, remote piloted aircraft & similar remote-controlled devices
- Rollerblades, hoverboards, skateboards, bicycles
- Glass bottles or open containers
- Alcoholic beverages
- Illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia
- Video recording devices, camera stands, tripods
- Large buggy strollers & hard sided wagons
- Ladders, scaffolding, platforms or other structures
- Chairs of any type or style
- Samples, stickers, or flyers for distribution
- Flags, banners, flagpoles
- Golf carts, scooters (except mobility aid devices)
- Animals (other than assistance dogs) Detroit Grand Prix reserves the right to remove an assistance dog that impedes the enjoyment of guests or is considered a threat to others. Assistance dogs must remain on leash or tether. Any item that may pose a safety hazard to or diminish the enjoyment of event by others may be refused at the discretion of security and management. Prohibited items are subject to change without notice. There are no provisions for checking and holding prohibited items. Items cannot be left at or around the gates. Items left unattended will be removed and discarded.
ALLOWABLE ITEMS
- Cameras, binoculars, scanners
- Coolers and bags measuring 12”x 12”x 12” or less
- Seat cushions 18” or less
- Umbrellas, umbrella strollers, collapsible canvas wagons NOTE – Umbrellas and umbrella strollers cannot be used in grandstands, on viewing platform, or in structures.
NEW RESTRICTED ACCESS TO PARKING STRUCTURES
For the safety of our guests, and to reduce pedestrian traffic within garages, an admission ticket, or credential is required to enter any garage within the venue.
Free public viewing is not permitted from floors within parking structures.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TO KNOW
- Racing activities are held rain or shine.
- No rain checks or exchanges given.
- All sales are final. No refunds.
- Ticket upgrades are at the discretion of the Box Office.
- Participation in racing events as a spectator is at ticketholders own risk. Visit DetroitGP.com/Terms to view Terms of Sale.
- Tickets and other admission materials may not be used for advertising, promotions (including contests and sweepstakes) or other trade purposes, without the prior express written consent of Detroit Grand Prix.
- Tickets may not be resold on the premises.
- Detroit Grand Prix is not responsible for unauthorized duplication of Print-at-Home tickets. Venue reserves the right to refuse entry into the event.
- Detroit Grand Prix reserves the right to remove any guest from the event, without refund, if their behavior is offensive or poses a hazard to others.
Public Transit in Downtown Detroit
With downtown road closures in effect, attendees are encouraged to utilize alternative transportation options such as the QLINE, Detroit People Mover, e-scooters, MoGo bicycles and rideshare apps.
The following parking structures within the venue are NOT open for paid public parking during the event weekend: Millender Garage, Center Garage, Port Atwater Garage, Beaubien Garage, and River East Garage.
The only parking structure within the venue available for public parking is the Franklin Garage, located between Franklin Street and Woodbridge. Parking spaces are limited and sold in advance only. A venue admission ticket purchase is required to purchase a parking pass.
There are many surface lots and alternate parking structures located within the Downtown Detroit area available for event parking as well as public transportation options.
Below are additional resources to assist you with parking and navigation.
The Detroit People Mover
The Detroit People Mover is the best option for determining a parking location outside of the venue. By utilizing The People Mover, you can exit the transit system at the Renaissance Center station, putting you directly inside the venue footprint. There is no fee for riding the People Mover.
The Detroit People Mover
Qline
The QLine is a free transportation option along Woodward Avenue that connects Downtown Detroit with Midtown, New Center and North End. The QLine allows guests to park outside of Downtown Detroit during race weekend, and provides a free ride close to the venue, exit the transit at State Street.
Park Detroit App
Download the Park Detroit App for information on parking locations around Downtown Detroit. The app allows you to pre-purchase and reserve your parking. We suggest utilizing the Park Detroit App to determine parking locations, along with The Detroit People Move or QLine to get close to the venue.
Ride Share & Bus Drop Off Locations
There are three locations outside the venue that are designated as Ride Share drop off locations (Lyft, Uber, etc.) as well as bus and limo drop-off.
West Location - along Fort Street, between Washington and Shelby, between the 200 and 300 blocks of West Fort Street
East Location - Riopelle between Jefferson and Woodbridge
Bus Service from Detroit Metro Airport
The Regional Transit Authority has launched a direct bus service from Detroit Metropolitan Airport to Downtown Detroit. Tickets and information are available at Detroit Air Express.
Dax-Bus.com
Bike Rental
MoGo is a nonprofit bike share system with 620 bikes at 75 stations across six Metro Detroit cities. Designed for quick trips around town, MoGo is a fun, flexible, and convenient way to get to the venue.
Note - Bicycles are not permitted within the race circuit.
MoGoDetroit.org
Plan Ahead for Easy Navigation
Guest Navigator Volunteers will be deployed in high traffic areas, including all entrances to provide directions and wayfinding assistance. Look for the volunteers wearing white vests with a question mark on the back or visit any of the Information Booth locations.
Wayfinding Cubes are located at the main entrances and access points throughout the venue. Included on the Cubes is a panel that provides directional guidance to the most popular destinations, QR codes providing links to the most current Event Schedule, along with a venue map.
Color-coded Zones divide the venue into four distinct areas. The top of each Wayfinding Cube is color-coded to help guests determine which zone they are in.
Detroit GP Powered by Dow MobilityScience™ Mobile App
Make the most of your race weekend with the Detroit GP App powered by Dow MobilityScience™, your go-to digital guide for everything happening around the Streets of Downtown Detroit circuit. Designed by CatalystXL, the Detroit GP App features a fully interactive site map with step-by-step, turn-by-turn navigation to help fans move easily around the venue, fan zones, viewing platforms, and downtown destinations. Fans can also customize push notifications to receive real-time alerts for key moments throughout Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear weekend, including the start of on-track action, driver autograph sessions, concerts and other must-see events and activities.
The app can be downloaded for free worldwide from both the Apple Store or Google Play.
DDP x Grand Prix History
Winning INDYCAR team owner, DDP Board Member, and Detroit visionary Roger Penske served as the chairman of the host committee for Super Bowl XL in the Motor City in 2006. Following the success of the Super Bowl, Penske and the DDP teamed up to build on the positive momentum in the city and bring the annual national sporting event to Detroit. With Penske and the DDP spearheading some key improvements and renovations to Belle Isle, the Grand Prix made its return in 2007.
Photos from Past Grand Prix Weekends
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