2025 Great Lakes Grand Prix, Michigan City

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MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. (WSBT) — Some elite racing is happening this week in Michigan City!

The Great Lakes Grand Prix will take place all this week for fans of speedboat races and onshore entertainment. Racers from across the world are in Michigan City this week for the races.

This event has had a major economic impact in years past. Last year's event alone generated more than $23 million for LaPorte County.

Lots of free community events will take place at Washington Park from Wednesday through Sunday to celebrate the event.

Races will begin Saturday at noon.

A full list of events and races, as well as VIP tickets can be found on the Great Lakes Grand Prix website.

 

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Saturday Schedule

7:00 AM- 8:00 AM Mandatory Physicals
8:00 AM- 9:00 AM Mandatory Drivers Meeting (All)
8:00 AM- 5:00 PM Sunoco Fuel Truck Open
8:00 AM- 4:00 PM Boat Ramp & Crane Open
8:30 AM- 3:00 PM Four A'S Car Show
9:00 AM- 10:30 PM Free Parking/Shuttle Service
9:00 AM- 7:00 PM Food Court & Entertainment Alley Open 9:00 AM- 4:00 PM Washington Park Boardwalk
12:00 - Race 1 | Brackets 2, 4, & 5
12:30 National Anthem Qualifying (PRO Class 1, Super Cat, Super Stock)
2:15 - Race 2 | PRO Class 1
3:00 - Race 3 | Brackets 6, 7, & Cat 300
6:00 - Boat Parade Live Band: Head Honchos Live Band: