INDYCAR: Indy 500 grandstands sold out

Indianapolis Motor Speedway officials have confirmed that all reserved seating is sold out for the 100th Running of the Indianapolis 500 on May 29.

While general admission tickets are still available in the IMS infield, the massive grandstands around the 107-year-old 2.5-mile oval, as well as all hospitality suites, will be completely filled for the first time in approximately two decades.

The news was shared by IMS leadership on the steps of the Indiana Statehouse in downtown Indianapolis, with community leaders including Indiana Gov. Mike Pence and Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett flanked by the Borg-Warner Trophy.

“Every Indianapolis 500 is special, but the buzz surrounding the 100th running has been building for nearly a year, ever since the checkered flag fell on the 99th,” said IMS President J. Douglas Boles. “Our fans are the best in sports and their incredible support of this year’s race will make it a truly historic day for ‘The Greatest Spectacle in Racing.’”

Beyond the grandstands, the new Hulman Terrace Club is also sold out and every IMS suite is full. In fact, several large temporary suites are being erected due to increased demand. All VIP tickets for concerts on Carb Day (May 27) and Legends Day (May 28) are sold and it is expected that the Indy 500 Snake Pit will reach capacity for the first time.