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The Long Beach Grand Prix holds a special place on the calendar for IndyCar and IMSA as the Southern Californian street race brings the biggest crowds for both series outside of their crown jewels …
The Long Beach Grand Prix is a significant event for IndyCar and IMSA, drawing large crowds to the Southern Californian street race. The 49th edition of the Grand Prix saw record attendance of about 194,000 fans, exceeding expectations. Reserved seats for the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach were sold out for the second year in a row, with increased concession and merchandise sales. The Historic Motor Sports Association’s retro Indy cars added to the excitement throughout the weekend. Looking ahead, the Grand Prix Association of Long Beach is already planning special activities for the 50th anniversary celebration in April 2025. CEO Jim Michaelian expressed satisfaction with the successful weekend, citing great weather, competitive races, and a range of off-track activities as key factors.
