IndyCar announces Barcelona race for 2027, first in Europe in 20 years
5 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 2:09 PM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026
IndyCar will return to Europe for the first time in 20 years with the inaugural Grand Prix of Barcelona on July 18, 2027, at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. The event marks IndyCar's first race outside North America since 2013. This race will be a homecoming for Barcelona native and reigning champion Alex Palou, who expressed excitement about competing on home soil. Mark Miles, president and CEO of Penske Entertainment, highlighted the significance of this event for showcasing IndyCar in Europe. A multiyear agreement has been reached with the venue, adding momentum to IndyCar's international presence.
- •IndyCar last raced in Europe in 2007.
- •Barcelona will host the inaugural event in July 2027.
- •Alex Palou sees this as a significant opportunity in his hometown.
- •Mark Miles describes the event as monumental for IndyCar.
- •The circuit is a renowned venue for various international motorsport events.
- 2:43 PMESPN F1 — IndyCar to race in Spain in 2027, bringing series to home of champ Palou
- 1:30 PMMotorsport.com — IndyCar to return to Europe with Barcelona race in 2027
- 1:30 PMRacer — IndyCar race in Barcelona confirmed for 2027
- 1:30 PMYahoo Sports — Mark Miles once said no to midseason international races. Now IndyCar is going to Barcelona
- 1:30 PMYahoo Sports — IndyCar Heading To Spain In 2027 For First Race In Europe In 20 Years
"IndyCar announced Friday that the IndyCar Series will head to Spain in 2027 for a race at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya – as Motorsport.com previously confirmed. The inaugural IndyCar Grand Prix of Barcelona is scheduled for Sunday, July 18, 2027. Serving as the centerpiece of Phase Two of the 2027 IndyCar Series schedule, the event will give Barcelona native and five-time champion Alex ...Keep reading
"IndyCar is stretching its footprint into Europe by taking its first race to the historic Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, where five-time series champion Alex Palou will no doubt be the fan favorite for the race 30 minutes from his hometown.
"The inaugural IndyCar Grand Prix of Barcelona is set for next summer at the venue that hosts everything from F1 to MotoGP to the WEC and will serve as a homecoming race for reigning IndyCar champion Alex Palou.
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External links- ESPN F1Oct 23, 2026, 2:43 PMIndyCar to race in Spain in 2027, bringing series to home of champ Palou
IndyCar is stretching its footprint into Europe by taking its first race to the historic Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, where five-time series champion Alex Palou will no doubt be the fan favorite for the race 30 minutes from his hometown.
- Motorsport.comOct 23, 2026, 1:30 PMIndyCar to return to Europe with Barcelona race in 2027
IndyCar announced Friday that the IndyCar Series will head to Spain in 2027 for a race at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya – as Motorsport.com previously confirmed. The inaugural IndyCar Grand Prix of Barcelona is scheduled for Sunday, July 18, 2027. Serving as the centerpiece of Phase Two of the 2027 IndyCar Series schedule, the event will give Barcelona native and five-time champion Alex ...Keep reading
- RacerOct 23, 2026, 1:30 PMIndyCar race in Barcelona confirmed for 2027
The inaugural IndyCar Grand Prix of Barcelona is set for next summer at the venue that hosts everything from F1 to MotoGP to the WEC and will serve as a homecoming race for reigning IndyCar champion Alex Palou.
- Yahoo SportsOct 23, 2026, 1:30 PMMark Miles once said no to midseason international races. Now IndyCar is going to Barcelona
IndyCar will race at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on July 18, 2027, marking the series' first European event since 2007.
- Yahoo SportsOct 23, 2026, 1:30 PMIndyCar Heading To Spain In 2027 For First Race In Europe In 20 Years
IndyCar is making a major move after announcing a race in Spain in 2027 at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. It will be IndyCar's first trip to Europe since Brazil in 2013.
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