Miller Lite Carb Day

Miller Lite Carb Day is your kickoff to Indy 500 weekend at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Speedway, Indiana. You get a close-up look at race-weekend pace during the final practice for the 110th Running of the Indianapolis 500, with the infield and grandstands filling early for a full day of track action and entertainment.

Plan your morning around the cars. Gates open at 8:00 AM, with final NTT IndyCar Series practice typically running 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Stay in place for the fan-favorite Pit Stop Challenge at 2:30 PM, where crews chase the quickest service times, then catch lighter side shows like the Oscar Mayer Wienie 500 at 1:00 PM as the Wienermobiles take laps on the 2.5-mile oval.

In the afternoon, the focus moves to the Miller Lite Carb Day Concert inside Turn 3. For 2026, Bret Michaels and The All-American Rejects co-headline, turning the day into an easy fit for groups of friends, race fans, and concert-goers who want the race-weekend atmosphere before Sunday. Families often come for practice and the novelty races, but you should expect the concert area to be loud and crowded, so bring ear protection.

To make the day smooth, arrive early to claim a strong viewing spot near the start-finish line or Turn 3, and wear comfortable walking shoes with sunscreen since shade is limited. Buy tickets in advance if you can, with general admission starting at $40, and note that general admission and VIP tickets include both track activities and the concert. Use ride-share or an IMS shuttle to reduce parking hassles, confirm hand-stamp re-entry before you exit, and follow cooler size rules since glass is not allowed. For a convenient stay, book downtown Indianapolis or Speedway, or consider IMS camping if you want to be on-site, and keep in mind that track activity can be delayed by weather while the concert typically proceeds rain or shine.