McLaren Takes On 2023
As a Kiwi Quarterly subscriber, you want to stay plugged in to all things McLaren. And to make sure you are, we’ve curated a calendar of all the major events across North America that McLaren is participating in during the rest of 2023. Take a look ahead at the exciting experiences that our team has to offer this year, and we hope to see you in person at one or more soon.
F1 GRAND PRIXS
Miami Grand Prix
Returning for a second year, the Miami GP is the legendary city’s F1 race that features high-speed straights, challenging corners, and a wide range of off-track experiences for attendees.
CITY: Miami, FL
DATE: May 5-7
U.S. Grand Prix
Celebrating 11 years of F1 racing, this race at Circuit of the Americas in Austin challenges drivers to navigate blind corners and multiple elevation changes for 56 laps under the Texas sun.
CITY: Austin, TX
DATE: October 20-22
Mexico City Grand Prix
Following in the footsteps of Denny Hulme, Alain Prost, and Ayrton Senna, McLaren looks to capture our fourth Mexico City championship in the latest iteration of this F1 favorite.
CITY: Mexico City, Mexico
DATE: October 27-29
Sao Paulo Grand Prix
With 12 Brazilian championships under our belt, McLaren returns to Interlagos with expectations of excellence at one of the most physically demanding counter-clockwise circuits in the world.
CITY: Sao Paulo, Brazil
DATE: November 3-5
Las Vegas Grand Prix
Representing the newest race on the F1 calendar, the Las Vegas GP takes place directly on the famed Las Vegas Strip. Purchase the McLaren LVGP package to access exclusive McLaren owner events and parties in-and-around Las Vegas.
CITY: Las Vegas, NV
DATE: November 16-18
MOTORSPORT FESTIVALS, CELEBRATIONS & DRIVING EVENTS
Greenwich Concours d’Elegance
Combining two car exhibitions, one featuring cars from the world of motorsports and one featuring post-war American, Italian, and English automobiles, this event provides something for every car enthusiast.
CITY: Greenwich, CT
DATE: June 2-4
Owners Rally – North Carolina
Test out America’s number one sports car and motorcycle road at this year’s North Carolina owners rally. With over 300 turns across 11 miles, “The Tail of the Dragon” guarantees the ride of your life.
CITY: Asheville, NC
DATE: June
Sun Valley Tour De Force
Drivers come from all across the country and beyond to participate in eight distinct events at this celebration of automotive engineering, including the famous “NO SPEED LIMIT” runs on Phantom Hill.
CITY: Ketchum, ID
DATE: July 20-22
Pebble Beach Car Week
Taking place in Monterey, California, Pebble Beach is the premier experience for automotive enthusiasts. As part of the celebration, McLaren will be hosting a rally for owners as part of the week’s events. Featuring global reveals from storied brands, the experience culminates on the final Sunday with the historic Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.
CITY: Monterey, CA
DATE: August 11-20
Owners Rally – New York
Join fellow McLaren owners upstate to celebrate our longstanding history of motorsport success in New York dating back to Bruce placing in the 1966 United States Grand Prix in Glen Watkins, NY.
CITY: Upstate, NY
DATE: September
Pure McLaren – Lime Rock Park
Take part in a slice of racing history at this McLaren event where you can drive the same track that has been graced by racing and Hollywood legends, such as Mario Andretti and Paul Newman.
CITY: Lakeville, CT
DATE: September 12-14
The Bridge Concours d’Elegance
An exhibition on the hallowed turf of Bridgehampton Race Circuit, the event will showcase some of the greatest cars from the golden age of American motorsports with historically significant displays that are sure to excite and impress.
CITY: Bridgehampton, NY
DATE: September 23-24
Audrain Newport Concours & Motor Week
Commemorating the first American automobile race in Newport, Rhode Island from the year 1900, this event is designed around the Audrain Automobile Museum, which features access to more than 200 of the most remarkable and rare vehicles ever made.
CITY: Newport, RI
DATE: September 28 – October 1
Owners Rally – Texas
Explore the American west in all its glory at our Texas Owners Rally. Drive through the Texas Hill country and experience historic landmarks, natural wonders, and miles of open road.
CITY: Austin, TX
DATE: October
Pure McLaren – Thermal Club
Combine performance and luxury at this beautiful mountain track that challenges drivers with 18 turns and a variety of circuit options.
CITY: Thermal, CA
DATE: October 6-7
Hilton Head Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival
An exhibition of rare cars set against the backdrop of South Carolina's lovely Lowcountry, this event honors automotive excellence with a touch of Southern flair.
CITY: Hilton Head Island, SC
DATE: November 2-5
Las Vegas Concours d’Elegance
Taking place on one of the most famous boulevards in the world, the Las Vegas Strip, this event attracts some of the most celebrated car manufacturers and owners for a weekend of automotive excellence.
CITY: Las Vegas, NV
DATE: November 11-12
Velocity Invitational
A luxury motorsports festival in the heart of California's Monterey Peninsula, this three day celebration features the world's greatest cars competing on one of the world’s most challenging tracks – Laguna Seca – in a flat-out, wheel-to-wheel competition.
CITY: Sonoma, CA
DATE: November 10-12
Pure McLaren – Homestead
Best known for its involvement with NASCAR, this track features steep banking on its oval circuit and the perfect mix of long straights and 11 varied bends, allowing you to push your driving capabilities to the limit.
CITY: Miami, FL
DATE: December 8-9
INDYCAR GRAND PRIXS
GMR Grand Prix
The first of two races at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, this event serves as the opening weekend for IndyCar racing.
CITY: Indianapolis, IN
DATE: May 12-13
Quals Weekend
The leadup to the Indianapolis 500, Qualifying Weekend is the perfect precursor to witness some of the world’s best drivers vie for pole position at the Brickyard.
CITY: Indianapolis, IN
DATE: May 20-21
The Indianapolis 500
The landmark event of the IndyCar calendar, the Indy 500 boasts more than a century of traditions, legends, and memories in what is now colloquially known as The Greatest Spectacle in Racing.
CITY: Indianapolis, IN
DATE: May 28
Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix
Motor City’s celebrated race returns to downtown Detroit in 2023. With four unique competitive series across three days, the diverse lineup promises to satisfy every type of motor enthusiast.
CITY: Detroit, MI
DATE: June 3-4
Sonsio Grand Prix at Road America
Located in the heart of Wisconsin, this Grand Prix offers amazing viewing opportunities across its 14 turns, fantastic concessions, and high-speed excitement that has attracted some of racing’s greats.CITY: Elkhart Lake, WI
DATE: June 17-18
Big Machine Music City Grand Prix
Get the full Nashville experience at the newest Grand Prix on this year’s IndyCar calendar. Listen to some of America’s best artists, taste some of America’s best cuisine, and witness some of America’s fastest drivers.
CITY: Nashville, TN
DATE: August 5-6
Firestone Grand Prix of Monterey
The season finale of this year’s IndyCar calendar, this Grand Prix will take place on the freshly repaved WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, which features the signature, downhill-plunging "Corkscrew" turn.
CITY: Monterey, CA
DATE: September 9-10
