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Race Website

Additional race information can be found at https://www.visithendrickscounty.com/event/race-to-the-eclipse/32192/.

Place

Lucas Oil Raceway
10267 U.S. Highway 136
Indianapolis, IN US 46234

Description

Race to the Eclipse at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park

Date: Monday, April 8, 2024 
Location: Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park in Brownsburg

Did you know that Hendricks County will be in the path of totality during the solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024? In an event that is as rare as it is thrilling, Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park is proud to present the "Race to the Eclipse," in partnership with the Town of Brownsburg and Visit Hendricks County.

As anticipation builds for the 2024 total solar eclipse, where the moon will completely obscure the sun, all eyes will be on Central Indiana and the unique vantage point it offers. The "Race to the Eclipse" not only capitalizes on racing but also provides an unparalleled opportunity for attendees to witness the eclipse within the path of totality.

Schedule of Events:

  • 5K Fun Run
    Check-In: 10:45 AM
    Start Time: 12:00 PM
  • Main Event 
    1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Eclipse
  • Partial Eclipse Begins: 1:50 PM 
  • Full Eclipse Begins: 3:06 PM
  • Total Eclipse Ends: 3:09 PM
  • Partial Eclipse Ends: 4:23 PM

 

Event Highlights:

Kickstart with 5K Fun: Energize your morning with a 5K fun run (details and registration info coming soon).
Eclipse Path of Totality: Immerse yourself in the magic of the total solar eclipse.
Live Music: Enjoy live performances by local artists that will keep the atmosphere lively and entertaining.
Delicious Food and Beverages: Savor a variety of culinary delights from food trucks and vendors.
Family-Friendly Activities: Bring your family and enjoy a range of activities designed for all ages.
Eclipse Dragstrip Races: Witness the exhilarating spectacle of cars racing down the dragstrip during the eclipse – a true sight to behold.
On-Site Camping: Look forward to updates on camping options that will let you extend your stay.
 

Admission:

The event itself is FREE for all attendees.
There will be a fee for participating in the 5K run and camping (details to follow).

Race Contact Info

If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.

Sponsors

Course

We can't wait to host runners and walkers for this once in a lifetime event! Join us at Lucas Oil Raceway for a midday 5k to kick off the festivities at the Race to the Eclipse festival. Participants will enjoy a flat and super speedy course with a chance to race down both the drag strip AND on the oval track! Shortly after the race they'll have two dragsters racing down the track just before totality! 

5k Course: Click Here for Interactive Map

 

 

SWAG

This event and race is a once in a lifetime experience...the SWAG is too! Don't miss out on all the fun below! 

Stuff We All Get: 

  • Once in a Lifetime Family Friendly 5k Run/Walk 
  • One of a Kind Race to the Eclipse Finisher Medal (reveled soon)
  • Commemorative Race to the Eclipse Bib
  • Chance to race down the drag strip and around the oval at LOIRP
  • Mylaps Bibtag Timing W/Live Results 
  • Award Eligibility 
  • Comfy commemorative Tee Shirt Available (add on for a fee) 

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