Arrow McLaren Arlington Fan Fest to Kick Off Java House Grand Prix Race Weekend

Free event to feature driver appearances, livery unveiling, and fan activities ahead of first NTT INDYCAR SERIES race in Arlington.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Arrow McLaren IndyCar Team has announced the Arrow McLaren Arlington Fan Fest presented by Mission Foods, a free fan event set for March 11 from 4-8 p.m. CT at the Arlington Backyard in Texas. The event will kick off the Java House Grand Prix of Arlington race weekend, with appearances by drivers Pato O'Ward, Nolan Siegel, and Christian Lundgaard, a live livery unveiling, and various fan activities.

Why it matters

This new fan fest event is an opportunity for Arrow McLaren to engage with its fanbase in the lead-up to the first-ever NTT INDYCAR SERIES race in Arlington. It will generate excitement and build anticipation for the race weekend, which will take place on a new 2.73-mile street circuit passing by iconic local landmarks like Globe Life Field and AT&T Stadium.

The details

The free Arrow McLaren Arlington Fan Fest will feature driver appearances and autograph sessions, a live unveiling of the No. 6 SmartStop Arrow McLaren Chevrolet livery, a Q&A with driver Pato O'Ward and comedian Ralph Barbosa, a Women in Sports panel discussion, and various fan activations including racing simulators, merchandise, and a 'Get Ready Zone' for attendees. The event will take place at the Arlington Backyard venue, located next to the race circuit.

  • The fan fest is set for March 11, 2026 from 4-8 p.m. CT.
  • The Java House Grand Prix of Arlington race weekend is scheduled for March 13-15, 2026.
  • The headline NTT INDYCAR SERIES race will air nationally on FOX on Sunday, March 15 at 11:30 a.m. CT.

The players

Arrow McLaren IndyCar Team

An American professional auto racing team that competes in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES.

Pato O'Ward

A Mexican racing driver who competes for Arrow McLaren in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES.

Nolan Siegel

An American racing driver who competes for Arrow McLaren in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES.

Christian Lundgaard

A Danish racing driver who competes for Arrow McLaren in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES.

Ralph Barbosa

A Dallas-based comedian who will participate in a Q&A at the fan fest.

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What they’re saying

“I am excited to get back to Arlington for what will be a massive race weekend in an amazing place. Of course, I'm looking forward most to getting in the car and on track, but I'm equally pumped to see all our great fans down in Texas, a state that holds a very special place in my heart as a second home to me. The fan fest will be the perfect way to kick off a big weekend.”

— Pato O'Ward, Driver, No. 5 Arrow McLaren Chevrolet (McLaren PR)

What’s next

Tickets for the Java House Grand Prix of Arlington race weekend are available at gparlington.com.

The takeaway

This new fan fest event demonstrates Arrow McLaren's commitment to engaging with its fanbase and generating excitement for the inaugural NTT INDYCAR SERIES race in Arlington, which will take place on a unique street circuit passing by iconic local landmarks.