How to Watch the Grand Prix of Illinois

Last updated: July 5, 2026

Green flag: Sunday, June 7, 2026 at 8:00 PM CDT Circuit: Road Network: FOX

The Grand Prix of Illinois is a permanent road course, the most technical kind of track with a full mix of corners. It airs on FOX, which means an antenna gets it free over the air, or any FOX-carrying streaming service works.

How to Stream It Without Cable

Any live-TV service that carries FOX works. The ones with a free trial let you watch this race at no cost.

Services That Carry FOX

ServicePriceFree Trial
Fubo$73.99/moFree for 7 Days
Fubo Elite$89.99/moFree for 7 Days
DIRECTV Stream$86.99/moFree for 5 Days
Sling TVCheapest$45.99/moNo
Hulu with Live TV$82.99/moFree for 3 Days
YouTube TV$82.99/moFree for 7 Days

Grand Prix of Illinois FAQ

What channel is the Grand Prix of Illinois on?
The race airs on FOX. In 2026 every IndyCar race is on FOX, and because it is a broadcast network an antenna pulls it in free over the air in most US markets.
How can I stream the Grand Prix of Illinois without cable?
Any live-TV streaming service that carries FOX works, and several run free trials, so you can watch this race at no cost during the trial window.
Can I watch the Grand Prix of Illinois for free?
Yes. FOX is a broadcast network, so an over-the-air antenna gets the race free, and the live-TV services that carry FOX run free trials you can use for the weekend.
What time does the Grand Prix of Illinois start?
The green flag is scheduled for Sunday, June 7, 2026 at 8:00 PM CDT. As with most races, FOX runs pre-race coverage first, so tune in a little early.
What kind of track is it?
The Grand Prix of Illinois runs on a permanent road course, the most technical kind of track with a full mix of corners. That changes the racing: road courses reward a different setup and driving style than the others on the calendar.

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Last updated: July 5, 2026

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