The NTT IndyCar Series will stage its first-ever race on the National Mall this weekend with the Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C.

The free, two-day event runs August 22-23 and features a 1.7-mile, seven-turn street circuit that winds past the Washington Monument, U.S. Capitol, National Archives, and other iconic landmarks. The main race on Sunday covers 147 laps for a total distance of approximately 250 miles and will be broadcast live on FOX.

Organizers described the layout as a unique blend of high-speed straights and technical corners, with cars expected to reach speeds up to 185 mph on Pennsylvania Avenue. The event commemorates the nation's 250th anniversary and highlights America's motorsports heritage.

Practice and qualifying sessions take place on Saturday, with the full race-day program on Sunday beginning with cars to the grid around noon. General admission is free, and spectators can access viewing areas via the Smithsonian Metro station.

The race marks the 15th round of the 2026 IndyCar season. Officials coordinated with multiple federal agencies and the District of Columbia to secure permits and prepare the course. The event underscores the capital's role in national celebrations and draws attention to the storied tradition of American open-wheel racing.