What time is the Indy 500? Who's waving the green flag? Here's what you need to know
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Whether you're attending, watching from outside the blackout range or listening on the radio, here's when you need to tune in for the 107th running of the Indianapolis 500.
What time does the Indy 500 start?
The green flag is scheduled to drop at 12:45 p.m. ET on Sunday, May 28. Click here to see the starting lineup.
Who will wave the green flag?
Oscar-nominated actor Adam Driver, who grew up in Indiana, is the honorary starter for the 2023 Indy 500, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway announced.
Indy 500 2023: Adam Driver will wave the green flag at the 2023 Indy 500
Actress Stephanie Beatriz, known for her roles in Disney's "Encanto" and NBC comedy series "Brooklyn Nine-Nine," is the grand marshal.
How long is the Indy 500?
The past five races have taken around three hours. It's 200 laps on the 2.5-mile Indianapolis Motor Speedway oval.
When is the Indy 500 parade? What's the Indy 500 parade route?
The 2023 Indianapolis 500 Festival Parade starts at noon on Saturday, May 27. It begins at the American Legion Mall, traveling south on Pennsylvania Avenue to Washington Street, west to Meridian Street, then north to end at North Street.
How can I watch the Indy 500 in 2023?
The race airs live on NBC and the Peacock app, but not in the Indianapolis area. It will be shown locally the evening after the race. The IndyCar Radio Network carries race and related coverage on its affiliates and SiriusXM Channel 160.
Indy 500 2023: What you should know about local TV, streaming options for 2023 Indy 500
CONTRIBUTING: Scott Horner, Domenica Bongiovanni, Cheryl Jackson
This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Indy 500 start time: Here's when the 2023 race kicks off
