Grand Prix of St Petersburg - Friday

The Grand Prix of St Petersburg kicks off its race weekend with Friday's schedule of practice laps and qualifying rounds. This is where teams fine-tune their cars and drivers push for pole position, offering an early look at who might dominate the main event. It's a chance to see the raw speed and precision up close as the NTT INDYCAR SERIES machines take to the street circuit. This Friday, March 5, 2027, at the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg in Saint Petersburg, FL, provides an accessible entry point to the high-octane atmosphere. Fans of motorsports, especially open-wheel racing, will appreciate the opportunity to observe the early competitive stages and feel the energy of the track before the big race days.