ARLINGTON, TX (July 29, 2025) – The Grand Prix of Arlington announced today that Loews Hotels & Co, a hospitality brand featuring 27 distinct hotels, including two full-service meetings and resort destinations in the epicenter of the Arlington Entertainment District, will serve as a Foundational Partner for the inaugural race weekend taking place March 13-15, 2026.
The event will represent a historic weekend for Arlington as the city welcomes its first-ever Grand Prix, drawing motorsport fans from across the country to witness world-class racing in North Texas. The Grand Prix of Arlington’s 2.73-mile temporary street circuit will be seamlessly integrated into one of the region’s most vibrant entertainment districts in the heart of the Metroplex, winding around the iconic stadiums of the Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers. Drivers who have reviewed the layout describe the course as fast and flowing, promising an exhilarating experience for competitors, as well as spectators.
As part of the partnership, both Loews Arlington Hotel and Convention Center and Live! By Loews will offer special Grand Prix weekend rates and packages for attendees, providing guests with the perfect home base for the weekend. Loews Hotels will also host VIP hospitality experiences including exclusive driver interviews and meet-n-greets at its resort-style beach club, a never-seen-before performance from the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, and a display featuring the Grand Prix of Arlington. Guests will be welcomed into their rooms and met with delicious race-themed treats, co-branded merchandise, such as Grand Prix of Arlington bathrobes and slippers, and complimentary access to race-themed TV shows, movies, and news coverage. The Loews Hotels & Co branding will also be featured on the barrier walls surrounding the Grand Prix of Arlington track.
‘We are excited to have Loews Hotel and Live! by Loews partner with us on this inaugural event,” said Bill Miller, President of the Grand Prix of Arlington. “Hospitality is in their DNA, and we know visitors to the Grand Prix of Arlington will have the ultimate guest experience both on and off the track.”
"Loews Hotels & Co has always recognized Arlington's capacity to draw world-class events, solidifying its position as the national epicenter for Sports & Entertainment. This understanding was a key factor in our decision to have two hotels in the market, ideally situated next to Globe Life Field and AT&T Stadium," said Alex Tisch, President & CEO, Loews Hotels & Co "With the Grand Prix arriving in March 2026, Loews eagerly embraces the opportunity to engage with INDYCAR's passionate fanbase."
The full schedule of events for the Grand Prix of Arlington, including the INDY NXT by Firestone, and the Toyota GAZOO Racing North America GR Cup Series featuring two thrilling races over the weekend, will be released at a future date. Fans can already anticipate an action-packed weekend of racing inside Arlington’s Entertainment District. To be the first to know about ticket on-sale information and the full event schedule, join the event mailing list by visiting www.gparlington.com.
As momentum builds, the Grand Prix of Arlington is poised to become one of the premier stops on the NTT INDYCAR SERIES calendar. The landmark race weekend is fueled by a first-of-its-kind partnership between INDYCAR, the Dallas Cowboys, and REV Entertainment, the official events partner of the Texas Rangers. To learn more about the INDYCAR Grand Prix of Arlington, visit www.gparlington.com.
ABOUT INDYCAR
INDYCAR is the Indianapolis-based governing body for North America's premier open-wheel auto racing series, the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, and its developmental series, INDY NXT by Firestone. The NTT INDYCAR SERIES features an international field of the world's most versatile drivers – including championship contenders Josef Newgarden (USA), Alex Palou (Spain) and Pato O’Ward (Mexico) – who compete on superspeedways, short ovals, street circuits and permanent road courses. The 2025 season consists of 17 races in the United States and Canada and is highlighted by the historic Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge. The NTT INDYCAR SERIES, INDY NXT by Firestone, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and IMS Productions are owned by Penske Corporation, a global transportation, automotive and motorsports leader. For more information on INDYCAR and the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, please visit www.indycar.com. For more information on INDY NXT by Firestone, please visit www.indynxt.com.
ABOUT LOEWS HOTEL & CO
Headquartered in New York City, Loews Hotels & Co is rooted in deep heritage and excellence in service. The hospitality company encompasses branded independent Loews Hotels and a solid mix of partner-brand hotels. Loews Hotels & Co owns and/or operates 27 hotels and resorts across the U.S., including eleven hotels at Universal Orlando Resort with three new hotels that opened this year as part of their partnership with Comcast NBC Universal. Located in major city centers and resort destinations from coast to coast, the Loews Hotels portfolio features properties grounded in family heritage and dedicated to delivering unscripted guest moments with a handcrafted approach. For reservations or more information about Loews Hotels, call 1-800-23-LOEWS or visit: www.loewshotels.com
