Indianapolis 500 Concert Lineup Finalized For Month Of May At IMS

Forbes

26-03-2025

Grammy nominated Country Music Group Midland will perform the May 24 Legends Day Concert in ... More Indianapolis the day before the 109th Indianapolis 500
The annual Indianapolis 500 is a major event, both on and off the track, featuring the world's most famous and historic auto race. But the action at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the city of Indianapolis also includes an impressive concert lineup on Carb Day, Legends Day and the famed Snake Pit on Race Day.
On March 25, Indianapolis Motor Speedway officials announced the final performer for the Legends Day Concert, held the day before the 109th Indianapolis Motor Speedway. It will feature Grammy-Nominated Country Group Midland at the Firestone Legends Day Concert on Saturday, May 24 at the Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park in Indianapolis.
The celebration of 'The Greatest Spectacle in Racing' expands into downtown Indianapolis with the concert held the night before the 109th Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge.
'On the final day before the Indy 500, the countdown to the green flag is full of unmatched energy and excitement,' IndyCar and Indianapolis Motor Speedway President J. Douglas Boles said. 'While fans enjoy the honky-tonk sounds of Midland at the Firestone Legends Day Concert at a fantastic venue in downtown Indianapolis, IMS will be ready to welcome more than 350,000 fans at 6 a.m. the following morning.'
Tickets will be available for purchase starting at 10 a.m. ET Friday, March 28, at LiveNation.com.
Two-time and back-to-back Indianapolis 500 winner Josef Newgarden and his wife Ashley during the ... More traditional Indianapolis 500 Festival Parade through downtown Indianapolis. (Photo by)
Fans can celebrate Legends Day presented by Firestone at both IMS and throughout downtown Indianapolis. Legends Day kicks off with the 109th Indianapolis 500 Public Drivers' Meeting and driver autograph sessions at IMS. That is followed by the AES 500 Festival Parade and the Firestone Legends Day Concert.
Double Grammy nominees Midland came together at a friend's wedding over common influences and the need for a return to post-Urban Cowboy Country.
For lead singer/guitarist Mark Wystrach, bassist/vocalist Cameron Duddy and lead guitarist/vocalist Jess Carson, the now five-time platinum hit 'Drinkin' Problem' set the stage for their critically acclaimed 'On The Rocks' and No. 1 Billboard Top Country Albums debut 'Let It Roll' to unite classic country fans, hipsters and media alike.
Based in Dripping Springs, Texas, the trio of songwriters, who developed their sound at Tornillo, Texas' storied Sonic Ranch, have been building a following that's sold-out the Houston Rodeo and Livestock Show, packed a multiple-night stand at Ft. Worth's iconic Billy Bob's and re-opened North Hollywood's legendary Palomino Club for one night only.
Bringing listeners a resurgence of their thick harmonies, sad melodies, tart lyrics and steel guitar with their album 'The Last Resort: Greetings From,' the retro-Nuevo trio has grown from bar band to an in-demand headliner.
Midland's fourth studio album, 'Barely Blue,' was released in September 2024 to critical acclaim.
Mark Wystrach of country band Midland performs on the main stage on day 2 of C2C Country To Country ... More 2023 at The O2 Arena on March 11, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Joseph Okpako/WireImage)
Firestone has served as the presenting sponsor of Legends Day since it debuted in 2014.
The partnership brings together two platforms – racing and country music – that have played significant roles in the rich history of the time-tested Firestone brand.
General admission tickets for Legends Day presented by Firestone start at $20. This ticket does not include concert admission. IMS gates open at 8 a.m. and close at 3 p.m.
On February 11, Indianapolis Motor Speedway announced dance producer Illenium will headline an all-star lineup of global electronic music artists at the Indy 500 Coors Light Snake Pit on Sunday, May 25.
Sammy Virji, Two Friends, Kayzo and Oliver Heldens also will perform at the Race Day concert during the 109th Indianapolis 500.
Performances begin early in the morning on the stage located in the infield adjacent to Turn 3 of the IMS oval, with specific set times to be announced.
'The Indy 500 Coors Light Snake Pit continues to attract some of the world's top talent in dance music, and it is one of the best events of the year for fans who attend,' Boles said. 'More than 20,000 people find their Indianapolis 500 Race Day experience in the infield where the sound of the 33 racing IndyCar Series cars provide the backdrop for friends, music and dancing from an unforgettable location – the Snake Pit.'
Fans in the Snake Pit enjoy the performance by Timmy Trumpet during the 108th Running of the ... More Indianapolis 500 on May 26, 2024 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. (Photo by Jeffrey Brown/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
General admission and VIP wristbands for the Snake Pit are on sale for $55 and $160, respectively. VIP amenities will include access to a raised viewing platform located beside the stage, a private cash bar and private air-conditioned restrooms.
All Snake Pit ticketholders must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid Indy 500 general admission or reserved seat ticket. Ticket holders should be prepared to show proper identification to enter the concert.
Packages that include Race Day general admission tickets and Snake Pit wristbands are available. A package featuring general admission to the Indianapolis 500 and Snake Pit is $105, while a Race Day general admission and Snake Pit VIP package is $210.
Prices for the Snake Pit will increase as May approaches and limited quantities of admission wristbands are available.
Illenium performs onstage at Summerfest 2024 on June 27, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by ... More)
Nick Miller's 10-year run as dance producer Illenium has been nothing short of astounding. From humble bass beginnings to chart-topping crossover success and more than 10 billion global streams, the Illenium sound has been honed into an adrenaline-rush style that fits heartfelt ballads, growling drops, emotional acoustic moments and ecstatic explosions alike.
From his 2016 debut LP 'Ashes' to the Grammy-nominated 'Fallen Embers' and the release of his fifth album 'Illenium,' his carefully curated performances have wowed crowds around the world and perfected the limitless sound that starts in his Denver studio. The 'Illenium' tracks are sweeping, impactful, dynamic and never dull, with collaborations including his teenage heroes Travis Barker, Avril Lavigne and more.
Sammy Virji is driving the evolution of UKG, as the genre takes the world by storm – again. The London producer/DJ, nominated for Best Producer at DJ Mag's Best Of British Awards in 2023, is an in-demand dance music maker, whether that's for screw-face belters like 'Shella Verse' featuring Grammy-nominated Flowdan, synth-heavy bass house singles like 'Summertime Blues' with Chris Lake and Nathan Nicholson or his breakout track 'If U Need It.' He's crafted an ever-growing discography and unmissable live show, which has propelled him to the forefront of the dance music space.
Two Friends is the musical creation of longtime companions Matt Halper and Eli Sones. Two Friends are pioneering an artistic identity that is simultaneously relatable as it drives fans to the dance floor. On a mission to curate a culture around the Two Friends project, they boast authentic, inclusive and nostalgic vibes.
Masters of the remix, Two Friends exploded into the global dance music landscape with their viral remixes of The Killers' 'Mr. Brightside,' Blink 182's 'I Miss You' and their award-winning Big Bootie Mix series. These mixes have become a staple in the duo's musical outputs. Amassing millions of streams across YouTube and SoundCloud per installment, the Big Bootie Mix series has become the soundtrack to many a good night out across 10 years of regular releases.
Kayzo performs during the 2019 Audiotistic Festival at Shoreline Amphitheatre on July 13, 2019 in ... More Mountain View, California. (Photo by)
As one of the decade's fastest rising electronic artists, Kayzo is a pioneer of the dance/rock crossover scene, with hard-hitting songs, rebellious live performances and die-hard global fans. After winning Insomniac's Discovery Project in 2012, Kayzo's rework of Papa Roach's 'Last Resort' broke barriers between mainstream electronic and heavy metal.Kayzo's album 'New Breed' showcases his talent of intertwining a rock and electronic feel. With a collection of features from POORSTACY, Kamiyada+, GHØSTKID, Siiickbrain, DE'WAYNE conner and more, he seamlessly blends the two genres bringing a feel of nostalgia all while creating something new. From bands in the studio to flames on stage, Kayzo's continuous growth serves as a modern interpretation of heavy metal's parallel with dubstep's electrifying bass.
Oliver Heldens has successfully parlayed his career in mainstream dance music into a much-lauded alter-ego in the techno world as HI-LO, gaining widespread acceptance from the underground scene. The name HI-LO is synonymous with cutting-edge, quality, hard-hitting innovative techno, and his tracks 'Zeus' and 'Kronos' are some of the most played techno tracks.
Combining a big room sensibility with a dark, underground, raw edge, HI-LO has become a trusted tastemaker, with his tracks receiving massive support from luminaries of the scene. HI-LO launched HILOMATIK, a new label showcasing his productions alongside music from hot new talents and techno heroes, which continues to carry significant momentum with recent releases.
DJ Oliver Heldens on stage kn Zandvoort, Netherlands. (Photo by)
The annual Miller Lite Carb Day Concert lineup was announced by IMS on February 20. Music icons Bret Michaels and The All-American Rejects will perform on Friday, May 23 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Miller Lite Carb Day is a full day of on- and off-track action and entertainment. All general admission, concert pit and VIP Deck concert tickets include admission to the concert and to on-track activities that day at IMS, which include the final practice for the 109th Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge and the Indy 500 Pit Stop Challenge.
'Miller Lite Carb Day is not just the official party to kick off race weekend, it's really the kickoff event of the summer,' Boles said. 'The day has everything to make the perfect party: 33 drivers in the final practice before the '500,' the Pit Stop Challenge, people watching and a fun and entertaining concert to put an exclamation point on the party. It really is a day like no other at the Racing Capital of the World. Many of our fans take the day off work and spend it at IMS, which is a tradition we can all celebrate.'
The All-American Rejects quickly rose to prominence in the early 2000s with their infectious blend of pop-punk and emo rock. Their self-titled debut album, released in 2002, featured the hit single "Swing, Swing," which propelled them into the mainstream. This success was followed by their sophomore album, "Move Along" (2005), which trophied three chart-topping singles like "Dirty Little Secret," "Move Along" and 'It Ends Tonight.'
In 2008, the band released "When the World Comes Down," featuring the stratospheric and generational smash hit "Gives You Hell," which became its most successful single to date, reaching No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100.
The All-American Rejects continue to create and perform, solidifying their place as one of the most beloved bands of their genre. Their journey from early 2000s hitmakers to enduring rock icons is a testament to their talent, resilience, and the deep connection they share with their fans.
Musician Bret Michaels performs during a half-time show at the NFL game between the Arizona ... More Cardinals # of the Arizona Cardinals and the Detroit Lions # of the Detroit Lions at State Farm Stadium on September 08, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by)
Well-known as an avid Indy 500 and racing fan, Bret Michaels returns to IMS after a record-setting party at his last Carb Day. As one of music's most iconic singer/songwriters, Michaels consistently brings his iconic energy and star power to every project. He has sold more than 100 million records, digital downloads and streams worldwide, and his numerous hit singles include 'Every Rose Has Its Thorn,' 'Go That Far' and 'Nothing But A Good Time.'
Michaels also has a robust television career with record-breaking hits including 'Rock of Love with Bret Michaels' and a recent turn as the audience-favorite Banana on FOX's hit 'The Masked Singer.' As a well-known creative entrepreneur, Michaels took his 'Celebrity Apprentice'-winning Trop-A-Rocka Iced Tea and turned it into a bestselling global product.
Despite his busy career, Michaels still finds time to give back through his Life Rocks Foundation, which supports a myriad of charities and causes around the globe.
Miller Lite Carb Day general admission tickets start at just $40. A limited number of concert pit package upgrades that include general admission are available for $75. A very limited supply of exclusive VIP platform tickets also is available for $270, including concert pit access, snacks, two complimentary drinks, dedicated bars and restroom trailers.
Ticket prices will increase as the concert draws closer.