LEXINGTON – Gates are open at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course for the Vintage Grand Prix of Mid-Ohio for its 44th annual edition this weekend, June 12 to 14.
The longest continuously-running event at the legendary track in Lexington, Ohio, will feature a mix of vintage and contemporary racing from five different Racing America series.
The extensive racing lineup features 26 races in a jam-packed, three-day schedule. Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) action will provide car enthusiasts history in motion on track throughout the weekend.
Joining the racing lineup are late-model Porsche and Ferrari competitors from the International GT competing in two sprint and one endurance format races. Rising racing stars in the Formula Regional Americas Championship, Formula 4 United States Championship and Ligier Junior Formula Championship will also take to the track in open-wheel competition.
Drivers from around the world and the United States, including Mid-Ohio’s own driving instructor Tommy Byrne, a native of Ireland and former Formula 1 driver, will be one of those entrants competing in the International GT races.
“This place has become my home away from home,” said Tommy Byrne about Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, “I’ve made so many great friends here, and it’s always a very special place to race.”
In addition to the on-track action, the Vintage Grand Prix of Mid-Ohio provides fans tremendous access to the cars and drivers. The paddock and garage areas are open all weekend for fans to explore.
On both Saturday (12:40 to 1:05 p.m.) and Sunday (12:50 to 1:15 p.m.), spectators will also have the unique opportunity to walk down pit lane, approach cars and drivers, get autographs and take pictures during the Pre-Race Fan Walks.
Another autograph opportunity takes place on Saturday at noon in the series transporter in the Upper/South Paddock in the Mid-Ohio infield with the FR Americas Championship, F4 United States Championship, and Ligier Junior Formula Championship driver autograph session. Additionally, car enthusiasts can enjoy car shows on both Saturday (British Car Showdown) and Sunday (Concours d’Elegance) in the infield. These registered entrants also get to take a Permco Parade Lap around the track each day.
Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course offers an exceptional family value. Children 12 and under are admitted free to Mid-Ohio when accompanied by a ticketed adult. Free parking is available. Weekend General Admission is $65, and daily tickets are $40.
Tickets are $10 additional each when purchased at the gate. Tent and motorhome camping is available on site. To order tickets in advance, visit midohio.com.