IndyCars prepare for Freedom 250 Grand Prix in D.C. this weekend
The Washington Post • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 6:42 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
The Freedom 250 Grand Prix is set to take place this weekend in Washington, D.C., using a 1.66-mile circuit that includes famous landmarks like the U.S. Capitol and the Smithsonian museums. This event marks the final major celebration for the nation's birthday, showcasing 25 IndyCars racing on closed-off streets. With significant historical sites as a backdrop, the race adds to the festive atmosphere of the holiday weekend. The race begins on Saturday, marking a highlight of the summer racing calendar.
- •Freedom 250 Grand Prix takes place in Washington, D.C., starting Saturday.
- •The race features a 1.66-mile circuit past historic landmarks.
- •Twenty-five IndyCars will compete on closed streets.
- •This event is the last major celebration for the nation's birthday.
- 6:42 PMThe Washington Post — See a map of the Freedom 250 Grand Prix circuit in D.C. - The Washington Post
"This weekend’s Freedom 250 Grand Prix will be the final major event to use the District’s historic landmarks as a backdrop for the nation’s birthday celebrations.
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