IndyCar Confirms 2026 Arlington Grand Prix Date for March
The inaugural Arlington Grand Prix is scheduled for March 13-15, 2026, marking a significant addition to the IndyCar calendar.
Three IndyCar drivers on podium
The event will feature a 2.73-mile street circuit with 14 turns, weaving through Arlington's core sports and entertainment district. The track layout incorporates three major sporting venues:
- AT&T Stadium (home of the Dallas Cowboys)
- Globe Life Field (home of the Texas Rangers)
- Choctaw Stadium (former Texas Rangers' home)
The race is strategically positioned one week before the 12 Hours of Sebring. Arrow McLaren driver Pato O'Ward expressed enthusiasm about the new venue, highlighting Texas's passion for racing and predicting the event will set new standards for North American street circuit racing.
This addition to the calendar represents IndyCar's commitment to expanding its presence in key markets while creating unique racing experiences that leverage iconic sporting venues.