Indianapolis · Memorial Day Weekend 2027

2027 Indy 500 Travel Packages

Experience the 111th running of the Indianapolis 500 with downtown accommodations, your preferred race-day seating, police-escorted speedway transfers, Saturday event access, and personalized planning through Beyond the Castle Travel and Roadtrips.

The greatest spectacle in racing

Make Memorial Day Weekend in Indianapolis feel effortless.

The Indianapolis 500 is much more than 200 laps around a 2.5-mile oval. It is a full weekend of racing traditions, downtown events, enormous crowds, and one of the most recognizable atmospheres in American sports.

Beyond the Castle Travel helps you compare hotel choices, race-day seating, Saturday experiences, transportation, and optional upgrades through Roadtrips. You receive the same package access with a dedicated advisor helping you understand what is included and choose the setup that fits your group.

Start Planning Your Indy Weekend
2027 package starting points

Choose the downtown hotel experience that fits you

Current Roadtrips packages include three nights in downtown Indianapolis, race-day grandstand tickets, Sunday transportation, a Saturday event choice, onsite support, and customization options.

Rates are per person in USD based on double occupancy and may change before booking.
Best starting value

Hyatt Place / Hyatt House

From $1,985 per person
  • Three nights downtown
  • Daily breakfast included
  • Your chosen race-day ticket category
  • Police-escorted race-day transfers
  • Parade seating or Legends Day admission

Located across from Gainbridge Fieldhouse with convenient access to downtown dining and attractions.

Upgraded downtown stay

The Westin Indianapolis

From $2,295 per person
  • Three nights downtown
  • Your chosen race-day ticket category
  • Police-escorted race-day transfers
  • Parade seating or Legends Day admission
  • Onsite Roadtrips host support

A central downtown property connected to Circle Centre and within walking distance of restaurants and attractions.

Premium hotel option

Conrad Indianapolis

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  • Three nights in a premium downtown hotel
  • Your chosen race-day ticket category
  • Police-escorted race-day transfers
  • Parade seating or Legends Day admission
  • Room and suite upgrades may be available

Conrad packages require a 50% deposit. Final pricing depends on room type, ticket category, and selected upgrades.

Deposit and payment schedule A 25% deposit holds Hyatt and Westin package space, while Conrad packages require 50%. The remaining balance is currently due three months before departure. Single occupancy is available, and triple or quad occupancy may be possible depending on the room and hotel.
Core package inclusions

Everything needed for a smoother Indy weekend

Package components can be adjusted, but the current base experience brings together accommodations, race access, transportation, and onsite support.

Downtown Accommodations

Four days and three nights at your selected downtown Indianapolis hotel.

Preferred Race Tickets

Select from grandstands, paddock seating, penthouses, and premium suite options.

Police-Escorted Transfers

Roundtrip luxury motorcoach transportation with a police escort and VIP track parking on race day.

Saturday Experience

Choose VIP reserved Festival Parade seating or Legends Day admission with the Drivers' Meeting.

Onsite Host Team

Roadtrips hosts and a hospitality desk are available throughout the event weekend.

Personalized Itinerary

Receive pre-travel assistance and an itinerary built around your selected package components.

Race weekend

Three days of Indianapolis traditions

The main race is Sunday, but Carb Day and Saturday's events can turn the package into a complete Memorial Day Weekend experience.

Fri., May 28

Carb Day

Final practice, the Pit Stop Challenge, fan activities, and the Carb Day concert open race weekend at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Sat., May 29

Legends Day or Festival Parade

Choose time at the track for driver autographs and the public Drivers' Meeting, or enjoy reserved seating at the downtown Festival Parade.

Sun., May 30

111th Indianapolis 500

Travel to the speedway by escorted motorcoach and experience 500 miles of racing in your selected seating area.

Mon., May 31

Departure Day

Check out of your downtown hotel, or extend the trip with extra nights and additional Indianapolis experiences.

Published event details and times remain subject to change. Final schedules should be reconfirmed before travel.

Indy cars racing before packed grandstands at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Indy 500 race team preparing a car near the starting grid
Tickets and optional upgrades

Build the race-day view around your priorities

Indianapolis Motor Speedway offers a wide range of ticket categories, from traditional grandstand seats to elevated penthouses and premium hospitality. The best choice depends on whether you value the front stretch, pit action, Turn 1, covered seating, elevation, or indoor amenities.

Paddock Box A Grandstand Paddock Stand B Grandstand E Grandstand Penthouses Gasoline Alley Suite

Your package may also be expanded with Carb Day tickets, pre-race pit passes, the Post Race Garage Experience, Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum tickets, private transfers, extra hotel nights, or room and suite upgrades.

Not sure where to sit? Tell us whether you prioritize a broad track view, pit-lane activity, the start and finish, shade or cover, easier access, or premium hospitality. We will help narrow the most suitable categories.
Beyond the Castle Travel + Roadtrips

Major-event access with advisor guidance

Roadtrips has more than 30 years of experience building customizable sports travel packages. Booking through Beyond the Castle Travel adds a dedicated advisor who can explain the hotel, seating, payment, transportation, and upgrade choices without adding a separate planning fee.

Roadtrips and Beyond the Castle Travel are not affiliated with the Indianapolis 500, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, or INDYCAR.

  • Same supplier package access
  • No separate advisory fee
  • Help comparing hotels and ticket levels
  • Clear explanation of deposits and inclusions
  • One point of contact through the planning process
Before you book

2027 Indy 500 travel FAQs

These are the details most travelers ask about before selecting a hotel and race-day ticket category.

The 111th Indianapolis 500 is scheduled for Sunday, May 30, 2027. Current Roadtrips package dates are May 28–31, covering Friday through Monday of Memorial Day Weekend.
Current packages include three nights in a downtown Indianapolis hotel, an Indianapolis 500 ticket in your selected category, roundtrip race-day motorcoach transportation with a police escort and VIP parking, a Saturday choice between reserved Festival Parade seating and Legends Day admission, onsite host support, a personalized itinerary, taxes, and service charges. Hyatt packages also include daily breakfast.
Yes. Ticket options range from grandstand and paddock seating to penthouses and the Gasoline Alley Suite. Availability and pricing vary by section, row, elevation, and hospitality level.
The base package currently includes either VIP reserved seating for the downtown Indy 500 Festival Parade or Legends Day admission at the speedway, which includes the public Drivers' Meeting. Your advisor can help compare the two experiences.
Yes. Carb Day tickets may be added, subject to availability. The Friday program traditionally includes final practice, the Pit Stop Challenge, fan activities, and a concert.
Airfare is not included in the published Roadtrips package rates. Beyond the Castle Travel can review flight planning separately once your package and travel dates are confirmed.
The current deposit is 25% for Hyatt and Westin packages and 50% for Conrad packages. The remaining balance is due three months before departure. Terms and deadlines are subject to confirmation at booking.
Yes. Possible additions include upgraded race tickets, Carb Day, pre-race pit passes, the Post Race Garage Experience, museum tickets, extra nights, room upgrades, suites, and private transfers.
No separate planning or booking fee is charged for arranging your Roadtrips Indy 500 package through Beyond the Castle Travel.
Yes. Couples, families, friend groups, corporate travelers, clubs, and larger groups can request package options. Groups should begin early when matching multiple rooms with the same seating area is important.
Travel protection is recommended for major-event trips because deposits and package components may be non-refundable. Plan benefits, exclusions, and purchase deadlines vary and should be reviewed carefully.
Request package options

Tell us how you want to experience the Indy 500

Share your group size, hotel preference, seating priorities, and interest in Carb Day or other upgrades. We will help compare available options and explain the next steps.

Submitting this form does not reserve space. Package availability, rates, seating, and payment terms must be confirmed before booking.