Fans, drivers, and sponsors are putting the pedal to the metal for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, held in the nation’s capital this weekend, Aug. 22-23.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order in January announcing the first motor race in Washington, D.C., the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, celebrating America’s 250th birthday.
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The two-day motorsports event is completely free to visitors, with 100,000 tickets granted through a lottery system.
A series of sponsors and partners made the event possible. The Air National Guard, Amazon, Boeing, Chevrolet, Delta, Honda, Metro, Shell, Robinhood, Splenda, United Airlines, and Verizon are listed, to name a few.
The 1.7-mile, seven-turn course will wind through the streets of Washington, D.C., circling the National Mall. Practice and qualifying races will be held Saturday, leading up to Sunday’s iconic 147-lap, roughly 250-mile race.
Street closures and parking restrictions will also be in effect for D.C. drivers, and much of the National Mall will be inaccessible.
Sponsors Verizon, Gulfstream, and Delta even powered a special suite experience on the track. More than 70 luxury suites will surround the street circuit.
The climate-controlled suites are complete with executive restrooms, enclosed elevators, extensive views, and premium food and beverage options. First-class concierge service is also available for all suite guests.
The Washington Examiner broke down all 60 sponsors by industry.
Motorsports & Automotive
- Andretti
- Arrow | McLaren
- BMax and OnlyBulls
- Chevrolet
- Discount Tire
- Droplight
- Honda
- IndyCar
- Juncos Hollinger Racing
- Meyer Shank Racing
- Penske
- Penske Corporation
Aviation, Aerospace & Airlines
- Air National Guard
- Airlines for America
- Boeing
- Delta
- Gulfstream
- United Airlines
Technology, IT & Telecommunications
- Amazon Web Services
- Cisco
- DXC
- Epoch Concepts | Dell Technologies
- FCN Inc. Tech Solutions
- NTT
- Starlink
- Verizon
Cyber & Tech
- Bitdeer
- ThreatLocker
Defense, Security & Government
- Booz Allen
- Forterra | Second Front
- U.S. Border Patrol
Construction, Engineering & Infrastructure
- Clark Construction
- HNTB
- WillScot
- Metro
Energy, Oil & Gas
- AES
- American Petroleum Institute
- Shell
- Washington Gas
Banking, Finance & Financial Technology
- Pinnacle
- Robinhood
- Wells Fargo
Professional Services, Consulting & Insurance
- Gallagher
- KPMG
- Sidley
Food, Beverage & Consumer Products
- Altria
- Constellation Brands
- PMI | U.S. Businesses of Philip Morris International
- Splenda
Media, Sports & Entertainment
- Fox Sports
- Monumental Sports
Real Estate, Hospitality & Events
- Events DC
- Hendricks Commercial Properties | Geronimo Hospitality Group
- Harbinger
- InProduction
- The 94 Club
Retail & Business Organizations
- Cintas
- National Retail Federation
Government & Economic Development
- American Legion
- Indiana Economic Development Corp.
The American Legion is offering free access to the American Legion Hospitality area for veterans and military members. Military or veteran ID is required for entry, along with a valid race ticket for the Stripes area.
The hospitality area is located on the National Mall at the corner of 4th Street NW and Madison Drive NW, behind the National Gallery of Art. One guest is permitted to accompany each service member. Advance registration is required for entry.
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Practice races begin at 9 a.m. on Saturday, and Sunday’s Grand Prix starts at 1 p.m.
The Washington Examiner reached out to Freedom 250 for comment.
