Plus, phenomenal free concerts just revealed and premium tickets released for this epic weekend!

The Hy-Vee Milwaukee Mile 250s Weekend today announced the debut of a brand-new experience for Milwaukee Mile and State Fair fans alike – the Free Fan Zone. Open and free to the public, the Free Fan Zone will be located in the heart of the Wisconsin State Fair Park, just outside the Milwaukee Mile Grandstands. This lively area is the perfect place to stop before or after an incredible race viewing experience and new racing fans who want to be a part of the buzz can enjoy classic State Fair vendors and energy.

Featuring the Milwaukee Mile as the center point, the Free Fan Zone will be a similar footprint to Wisconsin State Fair Park’s Harvest Fair and will be packed with just as much fun as the beloved fall event. Plus, the action-packed NTT INDYCAR SERIES doubleheader races on the iconic one-mile oval track will be a can’t miss event for this upcoming Labor Day Weekend, August 30 – September 1.

FREE BANK FIVE NINE AMPHITHEATER HEADLINERS

• Friday, August 30 at 7:00 p.m. – Ian Munsick
• Saturday, August 31 at 7:00 p.m. – Quiet Riot

The Bank Five Nine Amphitheater will be located within the Free Fan Zone with no ticket needed to enjoy these shows. The full Bank Five Nine Amphitheater schedule with day-time entertainment will be announced later this summer.

Additionally, attendees can experience live music on a variety of vendor stages throughout the weekend and much more to come.

PREMIUM 400-LEVEL TICKETS AND GARAGE PASSES ARE NOW ON SALE!

Beyond the fun and festivities in the Free Fan Zone, fans can also secure premium Grandstand seats and purchase Garage Passes for an up-close view of the action during Hy-Vee Milwaukee Mile 250s Weekend. With a wide variety of viewing options available, fans can choose the package that best fits their holiday weekend plans.

• Hy-Vee Milwaukee Mile 250s Weekend Pass – Best value for racing fans who want to experience every second of this epic weekend! Includes race admission for the entire weekend.
• Hy-Vee Milwaukee Mile 250 Saturday Pass – Experience the Saturday racing action with 400-level tickets just released featuring some of the best Grandstand views available.
• Hy-Vee Milwaukee Mile 250 Sunday Pass – Enjoy the final day of racing at the Milwaukee Mile with 400-level tickets just released for exclusive Grandstand seating.
• NEW: Hy-Vee Milwaukee Mile 250s Garage Pass – For fans that want to get as close to the high-speed action as possible, Garage Passes are now available for purchase. A Garage Pass is the perfect add-on to any race admission ticket.

WHEN:

Hy-Vee Milwaukee Mile 250s Weekend schedule:

• Friday, August 30 – Gates open at 1:30 p.m. | NTT INDYCAR SERIES and INDY NXT by Firestone Practice
• Saturday, August 31 – Gates open at 10 a.m. | INDY NXT by Firestone Race and NTT INDYCAR SERIES Race 1 starts at 5:00 p.m. CT
• Sunday, September 1 – Gates open at 10 a.m. | NTT INDYCAR SERIES Race 2 starts at 1:30 p.m. CT

About the Milwaukee Mile and Wisconsin State Fair Park:

The Milwaukee Mile is the oldest continuously operating motor speedway in the world. It was built as a privately-owned horse track in 1876 and hosted its first automobile race in 1903. In 1891, the Agricultural Society of Wisconsin purchased a parcel of land, including the track, which became the permanent location of the annual Wisconsin State Fair. Many historic racing moments took place at the Milwaukee Mile, and auto racing icon A.J. Foyt competed in more races at the legendary oval than any other facility. Wisconsin State Fair Park is a year-round entertainment venue hosting hundreds of events and meetings annually throughout the four seasons, including the annual Wisconsin State Fair, presented by UScellular. The Wisconsin State Fair takes place for 11-days each year in early August, and annually welcomes an average of one million visitors to experience the state’s largest agriculture showcase as well as a plethora of food, shopping, rides, games, and entertainment. The Fair Park is home to the Exposition Center, Tommy G. Thompson Youth Center, Milwaukee Mile Speedway, Wisconsin Products Pavilion, and many other facilities. Visit WiStateFair.com for more details.

About INDYCAR

INDYCAR is the Indianapolis-based governing body for North America's premier open-wheel auto racing series, the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, and its developmental series, INDY NXT by Firestone. The NTT INDYCAR SERIES features an international field of the world's most versatile drivers – including two-time and reigning series champion Alex Palou, six-time series champion Scott Dixon, two-time series champion and reigning Indy 500 winner Josef Newgarden and two-time series champion Will Power – who compete on superspeedways, short ovals, street circuits and permanent road courses. The 2024 season will consist of 17 races in the United States and Canada and is highlighted by the historic Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge. The NTT INDYCAR SERIES, INDY NXT by Firestone, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and IMS Productions are owned by Penske Corporation, a global transportation, automotive and motorsports leader. For more information on INDYCAR and the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, please visit www.indycar.com. For more information on INDY NXT by Firestone, please visit www.indynxt.com.

Celebrating INDYCAR’s return to the historic Milwaukee Mile on Labor Day weekend, the Wisconsin State Fair Park today announced that fans can purchase camping packages and infield parking for the August 30-September 1 event weekend. Offering the unique opportunity to get closer to the racing action and celebrate the holiday weekend at the world’s most historic race track, camping and infield parking for the Hy-Vee Milwaukee Mile 250s is an affordable and exclusive way to experience the first INDYCAR event in Milwaukee in nearly a decade.

The Hy-Vee Milwaukee Mile 250s infield camping package includes a premium campsite, infield parking for the entire weekend, along with four passes to enjoy all the activities on and off the track during the three-day event. Fans are encouraged to purchase quickly as only 100 infield camping spots are available for the weekend. Priced at $515 for the complete weekend package, Hy-Vee Milwaukee Mile 250s infield camping provides substantial savings and ensures an immersive and unforgettable racing experience. Infield camping packages are on sale NOW at https://wistatefair.com/wsfp/indycarweekend-at-the-milwaukee-mile/.

“There is a great tradition of camping at the Milwaukee Mile and we are so excited to welcome fans back to the track by providing unique infield access and a special way to enjoy the return of INDYCAR on Labor Day Weekend,” said Shari Black, CEO and Executive Director of Wisconsin State Fair Park. “Whether you are an avid race fan or you’re looking for a fun and exciting way to celebrate the holiday weekend, camping in the infield during the Hy-Vee Milwaukee Mile 250s will provide a truly memorable experience.”

In addition to camping, fans can purchase infield parking passes for the Hy-Vee Milwaukee Mile 250s in advance or during race weekend, with limited spaces available. Infield parking passes may be purchased online in advance of race weekend at $35 per vehicle, per day on both Saturday and Sunday. Infield parking passes will not be available on Friday of race weekend. Vehicles with an infield pass will access the parking area through the infield tunnel located beneath the main grandstands at the Milwaukee Mile. Passes for the general parking areas located at the Milwaukee Mile are also available for purchase.

Friday general parking passes are priced at $10 per vehicle while both Saturday and Sunday general parking passes are $20 per vehicle.

Featuring 250-mile NTT INDYCAR SERIES races on both Saturday and Sunday during the special holiday doubleheader weekend, the Hy-Vee Milwaukee Mile 250s marks the first INDYCAR event hosted at the iconic one-mile oval since 2015. With on-track action beginning on Friday, August 30, fans will experience a turbocharged weekend festival featuring thrilling racing, live music, amazing food and access to many of the popular displays and activities that have become a tradition at the annual Wisconsin State Fair.

Both of the event’s NTT INDYCAR SERIES races will be available for live streaming on Peacock, while Sunday's race will be televised live on USA Network at 1:30 p.m. CT.

In addition to the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, the rising stars of INDY NXT by Firestone will also compete at the Milwaukee Mile during the Aug. 30-Sept. 1 weekend.

To learn more and to purchase tickets and passes for Hy-Vee Milwaukee Mile 250s Weekend, visit https://wistatefair.com/wsfp/indycar-weekend-at-the-milwaukee-mile/. 

The Milwaukee Mile and Wisconsin State Fair Park:
The Milwaukee Mile is the oldest continuously operating motor speedway in the world. It was built as a privately owned horse track in 1876 and hosted its first automobile race in 1903. In 1891 the Agricultural Society of Wisconsin purchased a parcel of land, including the track, which became the permanent location of the annual Wisconsin State Fair. Many historic racing moments took place at the Milwaukee Mile, and auto racing icon A.J. Foyt competed in more races at the legendary oval than any other facility. Wisconsin State Fair Park is a year-round entertainment venue hosting hundreds of events and meetings annually throughout the four seasons, including the annual Wisconsin State Fair, presented by UScellular. The Wisconsin State Fair takes place for 11-days each year in early August, and annually welcomes an average of one million visitors to experience the state’s largest agriculture showcase as well as a plethora of food, shopping, rides, games and entertainment. The Fair Park is home to the Exposition Center, Tommy G. Thompson Youth Center, Milwaukee Mile Speedway, Wisconsin Products Pavilion, and many other facilities. Visit WiStateFair.com for more details.

INDYCAR is the Indianapolis-based governing body for North America's premier open-wheel auto racing series, the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, and its developmental series, INDY NXT by Firestone. The NTT INDYCAR SERIES features an international field of the world's most versatile drivers – including two-time and reigning series champion Alex Palou, six-time series champion Scott Dixon, two-time series champion and reigning Indy 500 winner Josef Newgarden and four-time Indianapolis 500 winner Helio Castroneves – who compete on superspeedways, short ovals, street circuits and permanent road courses. The 2024 season consists of 17 races in the United States and Canada and is highlighted by the historic Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge. The NTT INDYCAR SERIES, INDY NXT by Firestone, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and IMS Productions are owned by Penske Corporation, a global transportation, automotive and motorsports leader. For more information on INDYCAR and the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, please visit www.indycar.com. For more information on INDY NXT by Firestone, please visit www.indynxt.com.

Wisconsin State Fair Park Welcomes Leading Midwestern Grocery Chain as Entitlement Partner for the Hy-Vee Milwaukee Mile 250s Event on Labor Day Weekend.

Adding to the excitement and anticipation of INDYCAR’s return to the historic Milwaukee Mile in 2024, the Wisconsin State Fair Park today announced that Hy- Vee, the industry-leading grocery brand that features stores across eight Midwestern states, will be the title sponsor of the Labor Day weekend racing festival in Milwaukee, August 30-September 1. The Hy- Vee Milwaukee Mile 250s represents the first INDYCAR event hosted at the world’s most historic speedway since 2015. It will also mark the first-ever NTT INDYCAR SERIES (NICS) doubleheader weekend at the Milwaukee Mile and the penultimate event of the 2024 NICS season.

One of the most active and visible brands in sports marketing, Hy-Vee’s partnership with INDYCAR and Wisconsin State Fair Park represents the company’s continued support of motorsports. The Iowa-based grocery chain first became an INDYCAR partner in 2020, as a sponsor with the Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing (RLL) team. In addition to sponsoring the No. 45 Hy-Vee Honda for RLL with driver Christian Lundgaard in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, Hy-Vee has served as the primary host and entitlement partner for the INDYCAR doubleheader weekend at Iowa Speedway since 2022. With a turbocharged mix of thrilling short track racing combined with world-class music, the Hy-Vee INDYCAR Race Weekend in Iowa has become one of the most popular annual events on the INDYCAR calendar. With eight grocery stores currently located across Wisconsin, Hy-Vee is expanding its motorsports presence as the title sponsor of the unique holiday weekend at the historic Milwaukee Mile. In addition to its partnership with INDYCAR, Hy-Vee is actively engaged in sports marketing activities across the Midwest. Hy-Vee has collaborated with the world-champion Kansas City Chiefs, the Minnesota Vikings, and the Green Bay Packers in the National Football League, along with other college and professional sports teams.

“With our in-store activations and events to promote Hy-Vee INDYCAR Race Weekend in Iowa already in the works, adding our name to the Milwaukee Mile 250s weekend fits into our plans for the racing season,” said Anna Stoermer, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President at Hy-Vee. “We look forward to supporting this event in Wisconsin so racing fans, as well as our employees and customers, can continue to be a part of the excitement of INDYCAR in 2024 and beyond.”

Wisconsin State Fair Park, which annually hosts one of the nation’s most popular state fairs in early August, will host the Hy-Vee Milwaukee Mile 250s weekend, featuring 250-mile NICS full points-paying races on back-to-back days. On-track activities will begin on Friday, August 30, followed by NTT INDYCAR SERIES races on both Saturday and Sunday. Both races will be available for live streaming on Peacock, while Sunday's race will be televised live on USA Network at 1:30 p.m. CT. The Hy-Vee Milwaukee Mile 250s should be crucial in this season’s INDYCAR championship battle, serving as the 15th and 16th rounds of the 17-race 2024 season schedule.

“As we begin a new era for INDYCAR at the Milwaukee Mile in 2024, Wisconsin State Fair Park is excited to welcome Hy-Vee as the title partner of the Hy-Vee Milwaukee Mile 250s,” said Shari Black, CEO and Executive Director of Wisconsin State Fair Park. “With Hy-Vee’s passion for motorsports and experience in marketing and promotions, this partnership will create so many opportunities that will benefit both of our brands. There has been so much excitement for the return of INDYCAR to the Milwaukee Mile and with Hy-Vee on board as our new entitlement partner, we can’t wait to deliver an incredible experience for our fans on Labor Day weekend.”

Located at Wisconsin State Fair Park in the Milwaukee suburb of West Allis, Wisc., the Milwaukee Mile is the world’s most historic operating speedway, hosting races since 1903. Open-wheel racing began competing at the Mile in 1939 and there has been a total of 114 INDYCAR races hosted at the track over nine decades. The NTT INDYCAR SERIES last hosted an event at the Milwaukee Mile in 2015, a race won by Sebastien Bourdais. Former INDYCAR champions Scott Dixon (2009) and Will Power (2014) are current active series drivers who have won at the Milwaukee Mile.

In addition to the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, the rising stars of racing will also compete at the Milwaukee Mile during the August 30-September 1 weekend.

Tickets for the Hy-Vee Milwaukee Mile 250s are on sale now at www.wistatefair.com/wsfp/indycar-weekend-at-the-milwaukee-mile

The 2024 INDYCAR season begins with the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg on March 10.

Hy-Vee, Inc. is an employee-owned corporation operating more than 550 business units across eight Midwestern states with sales of more than $13 billion annually. The supermarket chain is synonymous with quality, variety, convenience, healthy lifestyles, culinary expertise, and superior customer service. Hy-Vee ranks in the Top 5 Most Trusted Brands and has been named one of America’s Top 3 favorite grocery stores. The company’s more than 75,000 employees provide “A Helpful Smile in Every Aisle” to customers every day. For additional information, visit www.hy-vee.com

The Milwaukee Mile and Wisconsin State Fair Park: The Milwaukee Mile is the oldest continuously operating motor speedway in the world. It was built as a privately owned horse track in 1876 and hosted its first automobile race in 1903. In 1891, the Agricultural Society of Wisconsin purchased a parcel of land, including the track, which became the permanent location of the annual Wisconsin State Fair. Many historic racing moments took place at the Milwaukee Mile, and auto racing icon A.J. Foyt competed in more races at the legendary oval than any other facility. Wisconsin State Fair Park is a year-round entertainment venue hosting hundreds of events and meetings annually throughout the four seasons, including the annual Wisconsin State Fair, presented by UScellular. The Wisconsin State Fair takes place for 11-days each year in early August, and annually welcomes an average of one million visitors to experience the state’s largest agriculture showcase as well as a plethora of food, shopping, rides, games, and entertainment. The Fair Park is home to the Exposition Center, Tommy G. Thompson Youth Center, Milwaukee Mile Speedway, Wisconsin Products Pavilion, and many other facilities. Visit WiStateFair.com for more details.

INDYCAR is the Indianapolis-based governing body for North America's premier open-wheel auto racing series, the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, and its developmental series, INDY NXT by Firestone. The NTT INDYCAR SERIES features an international field of the world's most versatile drivers – including two-time and reigning series champion Alex Palou, six-time series champion Scott Dixon, two-time series champion and reigning Indy 500 winner Josef Newgarden and four-time Indianapolis 500 winner Hélio Castroneves – who compete on superspeedways, short ovals, street circuits and permanent road courses. The 2024 season consists of 17 races in the United States and Canada and is highlighted by the historic Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge. The NTT INDYCAR SERIES, INDY NXT by Firestone, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and IMS Productions are owned by Penske Corporation, a global transportation, automotive, and motorsports leader. For more information on INDYCAR and the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, please visit www.indycar.com. For more information on INDY NXT by Firestone, please visit www.indynxt.com.

After months of rumors and speculation, it was officially announced this morning that the NTT INDYCAR SERIES will be returning to the historic Milwaukee Mile in 2024 for a Labor Day weekend double header!

The Milwaukee Mile lands on the INDYCAR SERIES schedule for the first time since 2015. With the return set for Labor Day weekend, the iconic facility began hosting INDYCAR SERIES racing in 1939 and has featured wins by legendary drivers such as Rodger Ward (seven), Michael Andretti (five), Mario Andretti, A.J. Foyt, Gordon Johncock, Johnny Rutherford, Tom Sneva, Paul Tracy, Al Unser and Bobby Unser (four each).

The fabled 1-mile oval in West Allis, Wisconsin, also will showcase the NTT INDYCAR SERIES racing with a doubleheader weekend for the first time in the track’s history, providing two crucial races during the homestretch of the 2024 championship.

“There is such a great tradition and history of INDYCAR racing at the Milwaukee Mile, and we are excited to build on that legacy with a Labor Day weekend NTT INDYCAR SERIES doubleheader beginning in 2024,” said Roger Penske, chairman of Penske Corporation. “We appreciate all the loyal and passionate INDYCAR fans in Milwaukee and across the state of Wisconsin, and thanks to our partnership with the Wisconsin State Fair Park, we can’t wait to return to the Mile next season.”

More Information:

Official Press Release

Wisconsin State Fair Park INDYCAR Weekend

2024 NTT INDYCAR SERIES Schedule

INDIANAPOLIS – Although there’s no plan at this time for IndyCar to return to a track once a staple of the sport, the Milwaukee Mile remains very much on the radar, the head of the company that owns the series said Friday at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Mark Miles, president and chief executive officer of Penske Entertainment Corp., said there have been “ongoing discussions” about the possibility, reiterating what he has said previously.

The century-old oval at State Fair Park hosted 114 Indy-style championship races sanctioned by AAA, USAC, CART, Champ Car and IndyCar, many of them following Indy by a week.

Over the last few decades, various promoters tried and were unable to run a profitable IndyCar event. The track has not had one in eight years.

Read Entire Article:
https://www.jsonline.com/story/sports/motor/2023/05/26/indycar-milwaukee-mile-discussing-possible-return/70260752007/

IndyCar announced its 2016 schedule today, and the historic Milwaukee Mile is not included among the listed venues.

Following the 2015 IndyCar race the Milwaukee Mile, the promoter group that had ran the previous four races faced legal challenges and dissolved.  Both IndyCar and officials from Wisconsin State Fair Park initially expressed optimism that the Milwaukee Mile would remain on the 2016 schedule.  The key to its return was finding a local promoter that could spearhead the event.  That task proved to be an insurmountable challenge.

"We couldn't find a Wisconsin promoter that we felt all the pieces fit", said IndyCar CEO Mark Miles.

Miles also added that the "Milwaukee Mile had great tradition", but that he was not feeling greatly optimistic about IndyCar coming back in the future.

Wisconsin State Fair Park has not provided comment on today's IndyCar schedule announcement.

Sebastien Bourdais pulled away following a late caution to win Sunday at the Milwaukee Mile, his second IndyCar victory of the season.

Bourdais was dominating before the caution flag came out on Lap 222 after Justin Wilson's car stalled. He held on when racing resumed for an 18-lap sprint to the finish, turning aside a brief challenge from second-place Helio Castroneves to win by 2.2 seconds.

It was Bourdais' 34th career victory, and first at an oval since winning at Milwaukee in 2006.

Castroneves had a remarkable run after starting last in the 24-car field. Graham Rahal was third.

Milwaukee IndyFest Returns July 11-12 at Wisconsin State Fair Park

Milwaukee (June 29, 2015) – Ahman Green, the all-time leading rusher of the Green Bay Packers, will be the Honorary Race Chairman for the 2015 ABC Supply Co. Inc. Wisconsin 250 at Milwaukee IndyFest presented by The Metro Milwaukee Honda Dealers, part of Milwaukee IndyFest July 11-12 at Wisconsin State Fair Park.“As a race fan and proud Wisconsin resident, it’s an honor to be a part of Milwaukee IndyFest this summer at The Milwaukee Mile,” Green said. “Wisconsinites’ passion and enthusiasm for sports is unmatched, so I’m excited to see everyone at the track supporting this great annual tradition.”

The Packers’ legend will be on stage for a Q&A session at 3:20 p.m. (CT) Sunday, July 12 in the Coors Light Music and Beer Garden and participate in pre-race festivities. Green played running back for the Packers for eight NFL seasons from 2000-06 and 2009, amassing 8,162 rushing yards.

Take a historic lap around The Milwaukee Mile in a Harry Miller Club Vintage Indy Car on Saturday, July 11 at Milwaukee IndyFest

Milwaukee (June 23, 2015) – Fans have an opportunity to ride around the historic Milwaukee Mile in a Harry Miller Club Vintage Indy Car with all proceeds benefiting the charity, Racing For Kids. 

Founded in Detroit in 1989, Racing For Kids is designed to use the increasing popularity of motorsports to focus public attention and funding on the health care needs of children. Every year, IndyCar drivers travel to children’s hospitals around the country creating memories that will last a lifetime.

New activities enhance fan experience at popular summer festival

Racing returns to Milwaukee for the 2015 ABC Supply Co. Inc. Wisconsin 250 presented by The Metro Milwaukee Honda Dealers, part of Milwaukee IndyFest July 11-12 at Wisconsin State Fair Park.

“Milwaukee is one of my favorite races on the calendar and it has a special meaning to me and my family,” says Michael Andretti, owner and CEO of Andretti Sports Marketing. “From the on-track action to the fans in the stands, The Milwaukee Mile is by far one of the most iconic tracks in the world, and it’s an honor to be associated with this historic event.”

This will mark the fourth consecutive year Andretti’s sports marketing group, Andretti Sports Marketing, has owned and operated Milwaukee IndyFest.

“This is much more than a race: It’s a celebration of Milwaukee’s racing history and tradition, and to be able to keep that going means the world to me,” said Andretti. “I enjoy seeing families smiling from ear to ear in the family fun zone and friends enjoying the music and beer garden. It’s an event that brings the community together which is what racing in Milwaukee is all about.”

New events have been added this year to enhance the Milwaukee IndyFest fan experience. Fans have the opportunity to play against IndyCar teams in a competitive cornhole tournament from 7:30-8:30 p.m. (CT) Saturday night. To register, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..