Indy 500® Race Events
The Indy 500® races are legendary and attract more than 300,000 visitors annually. Would you like to attend this sensational event this racing season? Below, we've compiled the Indy 500® race dates for 2025. You'll also find tips about the best hearing protection for Indy 500® race events in 2025, so your hearing stays protected from start to finish.
Indy 500® Race Events in 2025
The Indianapolis 500-Mile® race, sometimes called the Indianapolis 500® but most commonly known as the Indy 500®, is an annual auto race in the state of Indiana that was first held in 1911. Along with the 24H of Le Mans® and the F1® Monaco Grand Prix, the Indy 500® forms the Triple Crown of motorsport.
When the circuit (the Indianapolis Motor Speedway) was built in 1909, it had a brick surface. Although it was later replaced with asphalt, one yard (0.91 meters) of original bricks remains at the start/finish line. This is why the circuit earned the nickname 'Brickyard'. Indy 500® races are traditionally held during Memorial Day weekend, which usually falls on the last weekend of May. The race is currently part of the IndyCar Series, which has been organized since 1996.
| Date | Program |
|---|---|
| Friday, May 23, 2025 | Carb Day |
| Saturday, May 24, 2025 | Legends Day |
| Sunday, May 25, 2025 | Race Day |
For enthusiasts, here's a complete overview of all IndyCar races in 2025:
| Date | Circuit |
|---|---|
| March 2, 2025 | St. Petersburg |
| March 23, 2025 | The Thermal Club |
| April 13, 2025 | Long Beach |
| May 4, 2025 | Barber Motorsports Park |
| May 10, 2025 | Indianapolis Motor Speedway |
| May 25, 2025 | Indy500 |
| June 1, 2025 | Detroit |
| June 15, 2025 | World Wide Technology Raceway |
| June 22, 2025 | Road America |
| July 6, 2025 | Mid-Ohio |
| July 12, 2025 | Iowa Speedway |
| July 13, 2025 | Iowa Speedway |
| July 20, 2025 | Toronto |
| July 27, 2025 | Laguna Seca |
| August 10, 2025 | Portland International Raceway |
| August 24, 2025 | Milwaukee Mile |
| August 31, 2025 | Nashville Superspeedway |
Why do you need hearing protection during Indy 500® race events?
The risk of hearing damage from noise depends on multiple factors: the volume of the sound, how long you're exposed to the sound, and whether your ears get breaks in between. As a spectator at Indy 500® races, you're exposed (depending on your location in the grandstand) to volumes around 130 dB. Without protection, you can suffer immediate, irreversible hearing damage at these volumes! Wearing hearing protection during Indy 500® race events is the only way to prevent hearing damage.
Alpine hearing protection suitable for Indy 500® racing
Alpine hearing protection for Indy 500® race events
To prevent hearing damage during Indy 500® races, we've designed special hearing protection for Indy 500®
race events – with Dutch design! The Alpine Indy 500® Earplugs come with a compact storage case with a detachable lanyard. The earplugs are easy to insert and remove, and the soft, hypoallergenic material ensures a comfortable fit. With 22 dB of noise reduction, you're well protected.
If you'd like even more noise reduction or prefer not to use earplugs, the Alpine Indy 500® Earmuffs are the solution. These earmuffs reduce the roaring engines and other ambient noise by up to 24 dB. For children ages 5 to 16, there's the Alpine Indy 500® Muffy. These 25 dB earmuffs feature an adjustable headband to ensure they stay secure and comfortable.
Buy Indy 500® Hearing Protection
While many race events have an Alpine sales point, it's better to be equipped with the right Indy 500® hearing protection before arriving at the circuit! Ordering online through the Alpine webshop is definitely recommended. That way, you'll be ready for the start!
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