If you love vehicles made in America (or "Murica" as Cleetus calls it) and insane action that takes those vehicles to the limit and beyond, you are going to love the return of Cleetus & Cars to Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park in Brownsburg, Indiana May 2-3, 2025.

Known for their epic burnouts and crazy antics, tickets are selling fast for this highly anticipated show.

What is Cleetus & Cars?

Cleetus & Cars at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park

Created by YouTube sensation Cleetus McFarland, Cleetus & Cars blends American muscle, outrageous driving stunts, and an exciting fan experience.

The signature Indy 800, presented by Heatwave, features 20 souped-up Ford Crown Victorias smashing and racing on IRP’s historic oval. The weekend also includes drag racing, burnout competitions, monster trucks and meet-and-greets with your favorite creators.

Friday, May 2 - Indy 800

Crown Vics for the Cleetus & Cars Indy 800 at IRP (Photo Courtesy of Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park Facebook Page)

The weekend action kicks off Friday with gates opening at 1 p.m. and on-track entertainment beginning at 3 p.m. Meet your favorite YouTubers, catch the Top Alcohol Dragsters and Funny Cars qualifying, and watch monster trucks tear it up before the main event.

That evening, 20 Crown Vics hit the pavement for the Indy 800, a wild race where bumping and burnout-style mayhem are all part of the fun. Expect driver intros, pyrotechnics and some serious racing under the lights.

Friday Highlights:

  • 1 p.m. - YouTuber meet & greets
  • 3 p.m. - Top Alcohol drag racing (two rounds)
  • 6 p.m. - Van Prix & Monster Truck action
  • 8 p.m. - Indy 800 Main Event

Saturday, May 3 - Burnout Contest

Burnout Rivals Competitor at Cleetus & Cars Indy 800  (Photo Courtesy of Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park Facebook Page)

Saturday will start with another meet-and-greet at noon while fun runs, test-and-tune and top alcohol eliminations are happening on the drag strip.

But the main attraction is the Cleetus & Cars Burnout Rivals competition, starting in the evening. Drivers go all-in, lighting up their tires in a smoke-filled spectacle that you’ll feel in your chest. This is one of the most insane burnout contests you'll find anywhere in the country.

Saturday Highlights:

  • Noon - Fun runs down the drag strip
  • 1:45 p.m. - Street Car Shootout
  • 5 p.m. - Burnout Rivals Competition, Pro Burnout Finals and Trophy Presentation
  • 8 p.m. - Top Alcohol Drag Finals

Tickets

Cleetus & Cars 2025 Indy 800 Flyer

Two-day passes are available for $65 for adults and $20 for children ages 3 to 12. Single-day tickets for Friday are $40 for adults and $15 for children, while Saturday tickets are $30 for adults and $10 for children. Children 2 and under get in free, and active military members receive complimentary admission with valid ID.

Think you’ve got what it takes to run your car down the iconic IRP dragstrip? A Fun Run Pass gets you and your vehicle into the action on Saturday. Limited to just 80 participants, these passes cost $60 and include driver admission and one crew ticket. You can learn more, including rules and requirements by clicking here.