INDYCAR Weekend Starts Here
From the high-speed action of the INDYCAR Grand Prix of Monterey at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca to coastal adventures, world-class attractions, scenic drives, great food, and charming towns, Monterey County gives you plenty of reasons to make your race weekend an extended getaway.
See Monterey is proud to be the Preferred Travel Partner of WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
The Main Event
September 4-6, 2026
Watch the world's top open-wheel drivers take on the legendary 2.238-mile, 11-turn circuit, including the iconic Corkscrew of WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca for the season-ending finale of the 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES.
Race Weekend at a Glance
Free Fan Activities
- Thursday, September 3, 5:30-7:30 PM: Mission Foods Street Party (Free) 📍Alvarado St., Downtown Monterey
- Friday, September 4, 6:00-8:00 PM: Race Party on the Piazza (Free) 📍Courtyard by Marriott Sand City Monterey
INDYCAR Grand Prix of Monterey
- Friday, September 4: Historic INDYCAR Exhibition, practice & qualifying rounds for the Porsche Sprint Challenge, autograph sessions and more.
- Saturday, September 5: INDYCAR practice and qualifying rounds, INDY NXT racing, Porsche Sprint Challenge race and more.
- Sunday, September 6: INDYCAR Grand Prix of Monterey scheduled for 12:05-2:10 p.m., and more.
If you're a motorsports fan, WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca is more than one weekend. Upcoming events include:
- GRIDLIFE Laguna Festival: September 18-20, 2026
- Mission Foods Racing America @ Laguna Seca: October 2-4, 2026
Trade the Checkered Flag for Coastline
How to Spend Your Time Off the Track
Monterey County is home to a dramatic coastline, charming towns, world-class attractions, wine country, and outdoor adventures, all within easy reach of WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca.
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Eat Like a Local
Race weekend works up an appetite. From fresh seafood and farm-to-table dining to craft breweries, wine tasting, and casual spots perfect for post-race drinks, Monterey County has plenty of ways to refuel.
Find Your Home Base for Race Weekend
Stay near the track, or stay along the coast and make the most of your time in Monterey County.
Shift into the Right gear
You're visiting Monterey County, and here's how to do it well: The Right Path is about doing your part to protect and respect Monterey County, including its people, environment, and wildlife. By following local guidelines, making sustainable choices, supporting local businesses, and practicing leave-no-trace principles, we can help care for this incredible place for generations to come.
Monterey County is made up of endless paths. Whichever you choose, make it The Right Path and enjoy all our destinations have to offer responsibly.
