Thursday, May 19, 2016 was an active Day 4 of Indy 500 practice.
We have audio from Scott Dixon, Dario Franchitti, Bryan Herta, Tony Kanaan & Spencer Pigot.
2016 Indianapolis 500
Indy 500 Schedule for Friday, May 20, 2016
Information about the 100th Indianapolis 500 presented by PennGrade Motor Oil on Friday, May 20, at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
SCHEDULE (All times local)
8 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Ticket Office Open
10 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Public Gates Open
10 a.m. – 6 p.m.: IMS Midway Open
11 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Ivy Tech Garage Tours
Noon – 6 p.m.: Verizon IndyCar Series Practice
6:05 p.m.: Fastest Lap of the Day Award
6:15 p.m.: Indy 500 Qualifying Draw / Harding Group Fastest Lap Award
TICKETS – General admission $15
PUBLIC GATES OPEN: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Gate 1 – Walk, Gate 10 – Public Drive, Gate 10A – Walk, Gate 12 – Credential Drive/Walk, Gate 1B – Credential Drive, Gate 2 – Credential Drive/Walk, Gate 3 – Walk, Gate 4 – Credential Drive/Walk, Gate 6 – Walk, Gate 7 South – Walk, Gate 7 – Vehicle – Drive, Gate 9A Credential Drive, Media Gate-Credential Walk
STANDS OPEN: B Penthouse, B Stand (22-25) as needed, Backstretch family mounds, Backstretch mounds, E Penthouse, E Stand (1-4) as needed, Gas Alley Roof, North Vista Wheelchair, NW Vista (1-4) as needed, NW Vista Deck, Paddock (9-18) as needed, Paddock Penthouse (10-20), Pit Road Terrace, South Terrace, Tower Terrace (37-42) as needed, Turn 2 mounds, Turn 3 mounds, Turn 4 mounds, Wheelchair accessible.
MUSEUM HOURS: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for fans 6-15 years old, with children under 5 free.
Naptown Buzz: May 18, 2016
Wednesday, May 18, 2016 was an active Day 3 of Indy 500 practice.
We have audio from Pat McAfee, Tommy Johnson Jr., Shawn Langdon, Sage Karam, Will Power, Gabby Chavez and Ryan Hunter-Reay on the show today, as well as a recap of what went on.
Indy 500 Schedule for Thursday, May 19, 2016
Information about the 100th Indianapolis 500 presented by PennGrade Motor Oil on Thursday, May 19, at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
SCHEDULE (All times local)
10 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Public Gates Open
Noon – 6 p.m.: Verizon IndyCar Series Practice
9 p.m.: “Winning” screening in Pagoda Plaza
TICKETS – General admission $15
PUBLIC GATES OPEN: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Gate 1 – Walk, Gate 10 – Public Drive, Gate 10A – Walk, Gate 12 – Credential Drive/Walk, Gate 1B – Credential Drive, Gate 2 – Credential Drive/Walk, Gate 4 – Credential Drive/Walk, Gate 6 – Walk, Gate 7 South – Walk, Gate 7 – Vehicle – Drive, Gate 9A Credential Drive, Media Gate-Credential Walk
STANDS OPEN: – B Penthouse (22-25) as needed, B Stand (22-25) as needed, Backstretch family mounds, Backstretch mounds, E Stand (1-4) as needed, Gas Alley Roof, North Vista Wheelchair, NW Vista (1-4) as needed, NW Vista Deck, Paddock (9-18) as needed, Paddock Penthouse (10-20), Pit Road Terrace, South Terrace, Tower Terrace (37-42) as needed, Tower Terrace Wheelchair, Turn 2 mounds, Turn 3 mounds, Turn 4 mounds, Wheelchair accessible.
MUSEUM HOURS: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for fans 6-15 years old, with children under 5 free.
NOTE: The film “Winning,” presented by Indy Film Fest’s Roving Cinema, will be shown in Pagoda Plaza. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased here. Preceding the film will be a Q&A with IMS President Doug Boles, movie producer David Anspaugh, Verizon IndyCar Series driver Matthew Brabham and three-time Indy 500 winner Bobby Unser.
Naptown Buzz: May 17, 2016
Tuesday, May 17, 2016 was a complete wash out for Day 2 of Indy 500 practice, so not a whole lot was going on.
We caught up with Conor Daly to see what he was up to during the day. It also happens to be the 20th anniversary of Scott Brayton’s death, and we discuss that a bit.
Since that’s pretty much all of the news for the day, we dug into the archives to bring you some previously unpublished interview clips from 2011. Brian talks social media and food with Justin Wilson, Simona De Silvestro, James Hinchcliffe & Bertrand Baguette. And we leave you with a Danica Patrick talking about sunglasses.
Indy 500 Schedule for Wednesday, May 18, 2016
Information about the 100th Indianapolis 500 presented by PennGrade Motor Oil on Wednesday, May 18, at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
SCHEDULE (All times local)
8 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Purdue EV Grand Prix Races
10 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Public Gates Open
Noon – 6 p.m.: Verizon IndyCar Series Practice
TICKETS – General admission $15
NOTE: Hulman Terrace Club will be open during gate hours 10 a.m.-6 p.m. for individuals with a gate admission ticket. Food and beverage will be available for purchase inside the club. Coolers will not be permitted and credentials will not be distributed.
PUBLIC GATES OPEN: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Gate 1 – Walk, Gate 10 – Public Drive, Gate 10A – Walk, Gate 12 – Credential Drive/Walk, Gate 1B – Credential Drive, Gate 2 – Credential Drive/Walk, Gate 4 – Credential Drive/Walk, Gate 6 – Walk, Gate 7 South – Walk, Gate 7 – Vehicle – Drive, Gate 9A Credential Drive, Media Gate-Credential Walk
STANDS OPEN: – B Penthouse (22-25) as needed, B Stand (22-25) as needed, Backstretch family mounds, Backstretch mounds, E Stand (1-4) as needed, Gas Alley Roof, North Vista Wheelchair, NW Vista (1-4) as needed, NW Vista Deck, Paddock (9-18) as needed, Paddock Penthouse (10-20), Pit Road Terrace, South Terrace, Tower Terrace (37-42) as needed, Tower Terrace Wheelchair, Turn 2 mounds, Turn 3 mounds, Turn 4 mounds, Wheelchair accessible.
MUSEUM HOURS: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for fans 6-15 years old, with children under 5 free.
Tickets Are SOLD OUT for the 60th IPL 500 Festival Parade
The 500 Festival has announced that tickets to the 60th IPL 500 Festival Parade have sold out. This marks the sixth 500 Festival event to sellout in 2016. The IPL 500 Festival Parade will be held Saturday, May 28 in downtown Indianapolis. Parade festivities will start at 11:45 am.
One of the original 500 Festival events, the IPL 500 Festival Parade is one of the nation’s largest, most respected parades, consistently earning national acclaim alongside the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. More than 300,000 people will line the streets of downtown Indianapolis to experience the larger-than-life floats, giant helium balloons, celebrities, all 33 drivers competing in the 100th running of the Indy 500, specialty units, and award-winning bands from across the country.
Not only does 2016 mark the 60th running of the IPL 500 Festival Parade, it’s a once-in-a-generation year for Hoosiers, filled with celebrations including 40th OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon, the 100th running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by PennGrade Motor Oil, as well as the State of Indiana’s Bicentennial. To honor these celebrations, the theme for the 2016 IPL 500 Festival Parade is Experience the Celebration, a call-to-action, reminding Hoosiers that the celebration surrounding these iconic events is not to be missed!
“The IPL 500 Festival Parade is a cherished race weekend tradition that has become a vital part of our community’s cultural fabric,” said Bob Bryant, president and CEO of the 500 Festival. “The IPL 500 Festival Parade, which started as a movement by civic leaders to connect the community to the significance of the Indianapolis 500, has led to new traditions, $400 Million in economic impact, and an impactful community-led road to the greatest spectacle in racing.”
The 2016 IPL 500 Festival Parade will take place on Saturday, May 28, with festivities along the route starting at 11:45 am. It will be nationally televised on NBC Sports Network and locally on WTHR, Channel 13. For more information about the IPL 500 Festival Parade, please visit www.500festival.com/parade or search #500Parade on social media.
Indy 500 Schedule for Tuesday, May 17, 2016
Information about the 100th Indianapolis 500 presented by PennGrade Motor Oil on Tuesday, May 17, at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
SCHEDULE (All times local)
8 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Purdue EV Grand Prix Practice/Qualifications
10 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Public Gates Open
Noon – 2 p.m.: Verizon IndyCar Series Rookie Orientation Program
2 – 6 p.m. – Verizon IndyCar Series Practice
TICKETS – General admission $15
PUBLIC GATES OPEN 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Gate 1 – Walk, Gate 10 – Public Drive, Gate 10A – Walk, Gate 12 – Credential Drive/Walk, Gate 1B – Credential Drive, Gate 2 – Credential Drive/Walk, Gate 4 – Credential Drive/Walk, Gate 6 – Walk, Gate 7 South – Walk, Gate 7 – Vehicle – Drive, Gate 9A Credential Drive, Media Gate-Credential Walk
STANDS OPEN – B Penthouse (22-25) as needed, B Stand (22-25) as needed, Backstretch family mounds, Backstretch mounds, E Stand (1-4) as needed, Gas Alley Roof, North Vista Wheelchair, NW Vista (1-4) as needed, NW Vista Deck, Paddock (9-18) as needed, Paddock Penthouse (10-20), Pit Road Terrace, South Terrace, Tower Terrace (37-42) as needed, Tower Terrace Wheelchair, Turn 2 mounds, Turn 3 mounds, Turn 4 mounds, Wheelchair accessible.
MUSEUM HOURS: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for fans 6-15 years old, with children under 5 free.
Indy 500 Schedule for Monday, May 16, 2016
Information about the 100th Indianapolis 500 presented by PennGrade Motor Oil on Monday, May 16, at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
SCHEDULE (All times local)
8 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Purdue EV Grand Prix
10 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Public Gates Open
Noon – 2 p.m.: Verizon IndyCar Series ROP
2 – 6 p.m. – Verizon IndyCar Series Practice
TICKETS – General admission $15
PUBLIC GATES OPEN 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. (Gate 10, Gate 10A, Gate 12, Gate 1B, Gate 2, Gate 4, Gate 6, Gate 7 South Pedestrian, Gate 7 Vehicle, Gate 9A Credential, Media Gate)
STANDS OPEN – B Penthouse (22-25) as needed, B Stand (22-25) as needed, Backstretch family mounds, Backstretch mounds, E Stand (1-4) as needed, Gas Alley Roof, North Vista Wheelchair, NW Vista (1-4) as needed, NW Vista Deck, Paddock (9-18) as needed, Paddock Penthouse (10-20), Pit Road Terrace, South Terrace, Tower Terrace (37-42) as needed, Tower Terrace Wheelchair, Turn 2 mounds, Turn 3 mounds, Turn 4 mounds, Wheelchair accessible.
MUSEUM HOURS: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for fans 6-15 years old, with children under 5 free.
hhgregg “Race An Andretti” Was a Blast!
Each May we have the privilege of doing some pretty cool events related to the Indy 500 and INDYCAR. While we don’t officially kick off the Indy 500 festivities until Monday, today we had the opportunity to head up to hhgregg with the entire family to “Race an Andretti”.
During May we don’t have a lot of time to enjoy the festivities with the kids, and with the demise of IMS “Community Day” last year, that left a hole during the time slots we’re not working the Indy 500. So I have to thank hhgregg & Andretti Autosport for putting this event together.
My kids had a blast at this event, and will be talking about it for years to come. And by the looks of the crowd, I’m sure that they’re not the only ones. These are the type of events that make memories and also make new fans.
As far as the racing side of things goes, the professionals cleaned house. I think I saw maybe one person beat them, and I believe that was by someone who races RC cars a lot.
Even though I didn’t win, I enjoyed myself immensely. And it was quite nice to have an afternoon doing something race related that was relaxing AND with the entire family. For tomorrow we hit the track running.
