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INDYCAR to Honor Late Motorsports Icon George Barber at Alabama Grand Prix
Special tribute lap and commemorative pins planned for Sunday's race at Barber Motorsports Park
Mar. 29, 2026 at 12:21am
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INDYCAR and the Children's of Alabama Grand Prix will honor the late George W. Barber, the founder of Barber Motorsports Park, during the race on Sunday. Barber, who passed away in February 2026 at the age of 85, will be celebrated with a special on-track tribute lap featuring historic vehicles, commemorative pins for staff and participants, and INDYCAR driver decals on their cars and helmets.
Why it matters
George Barber's Barber Motorsports Park has become a renowned destination for motorsports enthusiasts worldwide since opening in 2003. The park and its adjacent Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum, which houses the world's largest motorcycle collection, have helped put Birmingham and the surrounding region on the map as a hub for car and motorcycle culture.
The details
The 'Milestones in Motion: The George Barber Tribute Lap' will take place at 11:15 a.m. on race day and will feature a curated selection of historic vehicles representing key moments in Barber's lifelong passion for motorsports. In addition, commemorative George W. Barber pins will be distributed to staff, volunteers, and race participants, while INDYCAR drivers will display GWB decals on their race cars and helmets.
- The INDYCAR race at Barber Motorsports Park will take place on Sunday, March 29, 2026.
- The George Barber tribute lap is scheduled for 11:15 a.m. on race day.
The players
George W. Barber
The late founder of Barber Motorsports Park, who passed away in February 2026 at the age of 85. Barber was once a race car driver himself and grew his motorsports park into a renowned destination for car and motorcycle enthusiasts.
Randall Woodfin
The Mayor of Birmingham, Alabama, who praised Barber's work in making the region a destination for car lovers worldwide.
What they’re saying
“The attraction has made our region a destination for car lovers worldwide. We celebrate him for his works and longtime commitment to Birmingham. From enthusiast to visionary, he's proof that your passions can change the world.”
— Randall Woodfin, Birmingham Mayor
What’s next
Fans can watch the INDYCAR race at Barber Motorsports Park on WBRC on Sunday, March 29 at 12 p.m. A special sports program, 'WBRC Trackside,' featuring coverage of the Children's of Alabama Indy Grand Prix, is also available to stream on the WBRC app and YouTube.
The takeaway
George Barber's lifelong passion for motorsports and his vision in creating the renowned Barber Motorsports Park have left a lasting legacy that continues to draw car and motorcycle enthusiasts from around the world to the Birmingham region. The special tribute planned for the INDYCAR race is a fitting way to honor Barber's immense contributions to the sport.
