The 20th Annual Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg presented by RP Funding returns to the downtown streets and waterfront as the season-opening event for the NTT INDYCAR SERIES for the 14th time. Five racing series featuring open-wheel action andsports car racing will take the green flag.

WHEN March 8-10, 2024

WHERE : Held on a temporary waterfront street course that includes a combination of adjacent downtown streets circling Pioneer Park, the Duke Energy Center for the Arts (Mahaffey Theater), The Dali Museum and extending onto the runway of Albert Whitted Airport, and borders Tampa Bay and picturesque St. Petersburg Harbor and Marina.

RACES

• 8 total races
• NTT INDYCAR SERIES
• INDY NXT by Firestone
• Plus, doubleheader features for the following:
• USF Pro 2000 Presented by Continental Tire
• SF2000 Presented by Continental Tire
  IMSA VP Racing SportsCar Challenge

OWNERS

Kim Green and Kevin Savoree of Green Savoree Racing Promotions

TRACK 1.8-mile, 14-turn temporary street course

INDYCAR Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg presented by RP Funding is the first of 17 rounds of the 2024 NTT INDYCAR SERIES schedule.

SPONSORS Firestone has been the title sponsor of this event since 2014. RP Funding joined as theevent’s very first presenting sponsor in 2022.

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SPECIAL EVENTS

5K Run on the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg Track: Thursday, March 7 – Runners and walkers will have the unique opportunity to “race on track.

Register at: gpstpete5k.com. 5K starts at 5:30 p.m. ET on Bayshore Drive NE adjacent to North Straub Park. All proceeds benefit the Police Athletic League of St. Petersburg (PAL).

Since 2017,$271,265 has been donated to PAL via contributions from the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg and proceeds from this 5K.

AWARDS: Race owners Kim Green and Kevin Savoree were recently awarded the Ed Schatzman Circle of Excellence Award for their commitment to PAL’s mission of empowering local youth.

The 20th Annual Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, presented by RP Funding, heralds its return to the city’s downtown streets and waterfront, marking its 14th time as the season-opening event for the NTT INDYCAR SERIES. This year, the event will host five racing series, featuring a mix of open-wheel and sports car racing, all vying for the coveted green flag.

When: March 8-10, 2024

Where: The action unfolds on a temporary waterfront street course. This circuit winds through downtown streets, encircles Pioneer Park, the Duke Energy Center for the Arts (Mahaffey Theater), The Dali Museum, and stretches onto Albert Whitted Airport’s runway. It offers scenic views of Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg Harbor and Marina.

Races: The event will feature a total of 8 races, including:
– NTT INDYCAR SERIES
– INDY NXT by Firestone
– Doubleheader events for:
– USF Pro 2000 Presented by Continental Tire
– SF2000 Presented by Continental Tire
– IMSA VP Racing SportsCar Challenge

Owners: The event is organized by Kim Green and Kevin Savoree of Green Savoree Racing Promotions.

Track: Competitors will face a challenging 1.8-mile, 14-turn temporary street course.

Highlight: The Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, presented by RP Funding, kicks off the 2024 NTT INDYCAR SERIES as the first of 17 rounds.

Significance: It remains the only NTT INDYCAR SERIES race held in Florida.

Sponsors: Firestone has been the title sponsor since 2014, with RP Funding joining as the event’s first presenting sponsor in 2022.

Special Events:
A highlight is the 5K Run on March 7, on the Grand Prix track, offering a unique opportunity for participants to race on the actual course. It starts at 5:30 p.m. ET on Bayshore Drive NE, next to North Straub Park, with proceeds benefiting the Police Athletic League of St. Petersburg (PAL). Since 2017, the event has contributed $271,265 to PAL.

Awards: Event owners Kim Green and Kevin Savoree were recently honored with the Ed Schatzman Circle of Excellence Award for their dedication to PAL’s mission of empowering local youth.

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FULL SCEDULE AND ADMISSION

The 20th Annual Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg has a packed schedule from March 7 to March 10, 2024, with events and races catering to various interests.

Schedule Highlights:

– Thursday, March 7: Activities kick off with a 5K Run on the track and the INDYCAR Party in the Park at North Straub Park.

– Friday, March 8: The day is filled with practices and qualifying rounds for the USF2000, USF Pro 2000, and IMSA VP Racing SportsCar Challenge, among others. There’s also a special evening event celebrating 20 years of champions.

– Saturday, March 9: Features more practice and qualifying sessions, with the day capped off by a concert headlined by Bret Michaels.

– Sunday, March 10: Races dominate, including the INDY NXT by Firestone and the main NTT INDYCAR SERIES race, the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, consisting of 100 laps.

Ticket Prices:

General admission and grandstand seats vary in price:

– General Admission: Ranges from $25 for a single day (Friday) adult ticket to $70 for a 3-day adult pass. Children’s tickets (12 and under) are available at reduced rates.

– Grandstand Seats: For a more premium experience, 3-day upper row seats are $165 for adults, with single-day options and lower rows available at lower prices.

Each ticket option provides access to different events and amenities throughout the weekend.

For the most accurate and detailed information on the schedule, ticket availability, and pricing, it’s best to visit the official Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg website.

LOCATION: 400 1st Street South St. Petersburg, FL 33701