Long Beach Saturday Schedule Reminders

Penske Entertainment exec discusses the packed crowds and weather forecast for the weekend's racing events.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 4:23pm

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The Long Beach Grand Prix is in full swing, with the event drawing large crowds on Friday. Organizers are expecting similar packed attendance for Saturday's schedule of races and activities. The weather forecast calls for slightly warmer and less windy conditions compared to the previous day's beautiful weather.

Why it matters

The Long Beach Grand Prix is one of the most prestigious annual motorsports events in the United States, attracting top drivers, teams, and enthusiastic crowds. Strong attendance and favorable weather are crucial for the event's success and ability to showcase the sport to a wide audience.

The details

Penske Entertainment executive Paul Hurley noted that Friday's crowds were very large, indicating strong interest and excitement for the weekend's racing action. The weather forecast for Saturday calls for slightly warmer temperatures and less wind compared to the previous day's ideal conditions.

  • The Long Beach Grand Prix is taking place this weekend (April 18-20, 2026).
  • Friday's events saw packed crowds at the circuit.
  • Saturday's schedule includes additional races and activities.

The players

Santino Ferrucci

An American racing driver who competes in the IndyCar Series.

Larry Foyt

The president of A.J. Foyt Enterprises, an IndyCar Series team.

Paul Hurley

An executive at Penske Entertainment, the parent company of the IndyCar Series.

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What they’re saying

“I won't even bother to update the weather...ok, I will...but it's pretty much a slightly less windy, and two degrees warmer, version of yesterday, which was beautiful.”

— Patrick Stephan, Reporter

The takeaway

The Long Beach Grand Prix continues to be a major draw for motorsports fans, with strong attendance and favorable weather conditions setting the stage for an exciting weekend of racing action.