World-class racing on the streets of Downtown Long Beach. April 17-19, 2026
Drawing approximately 190,000 fans, the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach is a three-day, two-night festival where world-class racing takes over the streets of Downtown Long Beach. Now in its 50th year, this high-speed spectacle features Indy 500 race cars, top sports cars, Formula Drift, and SUPER trucks.
When you’re not captivated by the metal-to-the-pedal, need-for-speed, heart-pumping racing, there’s plenty to do off the beaten track. Like a Lifestyle Expo, Family Fun Zone, food trucks, concerts, car show featuring Ferraris, Porsches, Lotus and more. You can even score an autograph from the racers themselves at the Driver Autograph Session.
This is a ticketed event. Gain admission with one day tickets, three day passes, and VIP options with the best views in town. Can't make it in person? Don't worry, a total of 14 races will be televised on NBC and its affiliates.
Your best bet is to grab an Uber, Lyft, or taxi and head to:
The Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center
300 East Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, CA 90802
Public Transit will also be running or you can roll up on 2 wheels using the Long Beach Bike Share to get around.
While main streets like Shoreline Drive will be closed, some cross streets will remain open including Ocean Blvd. Event parking can be reserved through the Acura Grand Prix Ticket office and is pre-paid for Pike Parking (Chestnut Ave & Seaside Way) and Shoreline Parking (Entry off 710 freeway at Broadway.) There are also a variety of City-owned and Private lots throughout downtown.
Just a heads up — tailgating and overnight camping is NOT allowed in any Reserved Parking lot. Hang tags must be displayed properly or vehicles will be towed at the owner's expense.
Long Beach offers an array of ideally located and relaxingly comfortable accommodations — just what you need after a day of non-stop action. View our complete list of hotels here.
Discover the many restaurants, pubs, food trucks and other dining options located just steps away from the action at the 2026 Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, including Parker's Lighthouse, Auld Dubliner, and more.
Date: Sunday, April 12
For the 8th annual Grand Prix 5K, participants run a two-lap tour of the Grand Prix race course finishing at its official start/finish line on Shoreline Drive. There are three races: an Elite/Pro race at 7 AM, a general public race starting at 7:30 AM and a Kids’ Turbo 1K that takes place after the main races. Runners will receive a finisher medal, T-shirt, post-race refreshments and two complimentary Friday general admission tickets to the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach. There will also be photo ops and activities in the 5K festival area at the conclusion of the run.
The next race will be held April 17-19, 2026.