Snap-on 250 at the Milwaukee Mile: Overview and Event Times

The Snap-on Milwaukee Mile 250 is set for Sunday, August 24, 2025, at the famed Milwaukee Mile in West Allis, Wisconsin. The race is a highlight of the season and features 250 laps around the historic one-mile oval.

Event Schedule (Local Times, Central Time)

Saturday, August 23

  • 6:00am: Parking lots open

  • 7:00am: Security entrances and Free Fan Zone open

  • 7:45am: Grandstands open, garages open

  • 8:00am–9:00am: INDYCAR Series practice

  • 10:05am–10:55am: INDY NXT by Firestone practice

  • 11:00am–12:00pm: Fan Forum

  • 1:00pm–2:00pm: INDYCAR Series qualifying

  • 2:35pm–3:20pm: INDY NXT qualifying

  • 3:45pm–4:15pm: INDYCAR Series high-line practice

  • 4:30pm–5:30pm: INDYCAR final practice

  • 5:45pm–6:30pm: INDY NXT autograph session

  • 9:00pm: Security entrances close

Sunday, August 24

  • 7:00am: Parking lots open

  • 8:00am: Security entrances open

  • 9:00am: Grandstands open

  • 9:00am: INDYCAR Series autograph session

  • 10:35am: INDY NXT race (90 laps)

  • 12:30pm: INDYCAR pre-race ceremonies

  • 1:20pm: Snap-on Milwaukee Mile 250 green flag (250 laps)

  • 3:30pm: Race and broadcast concludes

  • 5:00pm: Security entrances close

Track and Race Details

  • Location: Milwaukee Mile, Wisconsin State Fair Park, West Allis, WI

  • Track type: One-mile oval

  • Race distance: 250 laps, 250 miles

  • Unique features: 9-degree banking, historic venue dating to 1903

Broadcast Information

  • US TV: FOX, broadcast coverage begins at 2:00pm Eastern Time (convert to local time for your area)

  • New Zealand: Sky Sport 7, coverage begins at 1:00am NZST on Monday, August 25

This fast-paced oval race is a fan favorite, known for its close competition and legendary status in American motorsports. Whether you’re at the track or tuning in from home, the Snap-on 250 should deliver plenty of drama and electrifying racing action.