How to Watch 2026 INDYCAR Laguna Seca: Schedule, Start Time, TV, Stream

Alex Palou already clinched his fifth NTT INDYCAR SERIES championship, and fourth in a row, at the Milwaukee Mile on Aug.30, becoming the first driver in series history to win five titles in six years.The finale still carries stakes further down the standings, with Pato O’Ward surging into podium contention after sweeping the Milwaukee doubleheader.Here is how to watch the Mission Foods Grand Prix of Monterey, including the start time, TV channel, streaming information and complete weekend schedule.

How to Watch the 2026 INDYCAR Mission Foods Grand Prix of Monterey

• Date:Sunday, Sept.6, 2026
• Time:2:30 p.m.ET
• TV:
• Stream:
• Location:WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, Monterey, California

Race coverage begins at 2:30 p.m.ET, with the green flag scheduled for approximately 3 p.m.ET.Broadcast times are subject to change.

2026 INDYCAR Monterey Weekend Schedule

All times Eastern.

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Friday, Sept.4

• Practice 1:5 p.m.ET (FS2,)

Saturday, Sept.5

• Practice 2:1 p.m.ET (FS2,)
• Qualifying:4:30 p.m.ET (FS2,)

Sunday, Sept.6

• Mission Foods Grand Prix of Monterey:2:30 p.m.)

Where Is the INDYCAR Grand Prix of Monterey?

The race takes place at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca in Monterey, California.The 2.238-mile road course has 11 turns, including the famous Corkscrew, and has hosted racing since 1957.

How Long Is the Grand Prix of Monterey?

The race is scheduled for 95 laps and approximately 213 miles.

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Is This the Last Race of the 2026 INDYCAR Season?

Yes.The Mission Foods Grand Prix of Monterey is Race 17 of 17 on the 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES schedule and closes out the season.

Who Won the INDYCAR Championship?

Palou clinched the 2026 championship, his fifth series title and fourth consecutive, at the Milwaukee Mile on Aug.30.He is the first driver in INDYCAR history to win five championships in a six-year span and the youngest to reach five titles.

The finale still matters for the rest of the field.Pato O’Ward swept both Milwaukee races, becoming the first INDYCAR driver to win two races in one day since 1981, and enters Monterey with momentum in the fight for the remaining top championship positions.

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Who Won the Most Recent INDYCAR Race at Laguna Seca?

Palou won the 2025 Java House Grand Prix of Monterey at Laguna Seca on July 27, 2025.

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Who Won the Most Recent INDYCAR Race?

O’Ward won the Snap-on Milwaukee Mile 250 on Aug.30, sweeping both Milwaukee Mile races that weekend.Watch the full highlights from the most recently completed NTT INDYCAR SERIES race below.

Who Are the Monterey Announcers?

Georgia Henneberry, Kevin Lee and Jack Harvey report from pit road.

How Can I Stream the 2026 INDYCAR Grand Prix of Monterey?

Fans can stream the race, practice and qualifying live andFollow theMission Foods Grand Prix of Monterey