Nashville will join the IndyCar roster in 2021, with an 11-turn layout primarily around Nissan Stadium, home of the Tennessee Titans NFL team, crossing the Korean War Memorial Bridge and circling the downtown area. It features only a short loop course.
Starting in 2024, a new 3.47-mile, seven-turn circuit will be built that will include the venue's signature bridge section, but also incorporate the iconic Honky Tonk Row in the heart of downtown.
Big Machine Music City Grand Prix Circuit Map
This route takes cars directly through the Country Music Hall of Fame and through an entertainment district filled with bars owned by country music's biggest names, including Jason Aldean, Dierks Bentley, Luke Bryan, Garth Brooks, and Eric. Church, Alan Jackson, Miranda Lambert, John Rich, Blake Shelton.
“Nashville and the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix team will host an unmissable, action-packed event that will transform the season finale of the NTT IndyCar Series and take it to even greater heights on the world stage,” said Mark Miles. I'm ready to do it.” , President and CEO of Penske Entertainment Corporation.
“Next year's race in Nashville will be a no-holds-barred celebration of the most intense and competitive motorsports on the planet, set against an innovative and breathtaking stage that includes one of the world's premier global entertainment districts. Probably.
“We will be sharing more soon, both on and off the track, with activities across the weekend that take full advantage of the city’s growing reach and relevance in the spotlight.”
Alex Palou, Chip Ganassi Racing Honda
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IndyCar also announced that next season's season finale will be September 13th-15th, replacing Laguna Seca. The California circuit is expected to be rescheduled for the start of the season, potentially immediately following the season opener in St. Petersburg.
“WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca continues to be a beloved historic venue for our teams, drivers and fans in an important and beautiful market,” added Miles.
The 2024 season award ceremony, the 2024 IndyCar Victory Lap Celebration, will also be held on September 16th at the famous Schermerhorn Symphony Center in Nashville.
“The fact that INDYCAR chose Nashville and the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix as the premier event is a testament to our fans, partners, stakeholders and truly the entire Nashville hospitality industry.” said event CEO Matt Crews.
“It is an absolute honor to be able to promote our city and state year-round and bring our people to the heart of Nashville.
“Big Machine Music City Grand Prix continues to grow to levels I never dreamed possible.”
