More than 25,000 fans flock to the IU campus in Bloomington, Indiana, each April to take part in a storied IU tradition. And who can blame them? The excitement, the competition, the pageantry—Little 500 is an experience like no other.
It isn’t called the “World’s Greatest College Weekend” for nothing. (An Oscar-winning film was even made about Little 500!). And in 2026, the event celebrates a big milestone with the 75th running of the men’s Little 500 bike race, along with the 38th running of the women’s race.
Both Little 500 races will be held at Bill Armstrong Stadium, located at 1606 N. Fee Lane in Bloomington, Indiana.
Those who aren’t able to attend in person can experience both Little 500 races via live broadcast. Check back on race weekend for links!
Bill Armstrong Stadium is a cashless venue, and only cashless payments will be accepted for purchases at this event. All major credit cards, as well as Apple and Google Pay, are accepted.
During Little 500 weekend, free parking will be available in IU Athletics parking lots at the following gates: 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14. No parking is allowed in the Bill Armstrong Stadium parking lot or St. Paul’s church parking lot.
Noisemakers or sound amplification devices (including megaphones)
Weapons or knives of any kind (including pocketknives)
Seatbacks or cushions
Cigarettes/e-cigarettes, tobacco products
Bottles, cans, glass containers
Strollers
Umbrellas
Laser pointers
Chairs
Large radios or TVs
Pets
Selfie sticks
Signage that is constructed or displayed in a manner that may obstruct the view of other guests or in any way create a safety hazard for others as determined by event management
Guests with accessibility needs can be dropped off near the main ticket gate at Bill Armstrong Stadium off Fee Lane. Vehicles can park in Gates 13 or 14 in the IU Athletics parking lots after drop-off (or any of the other listed gates).
For those with accessibility needs
Individuals who are unable to climb stairs should enter on the side of the stadium where they wish to watch the race.
Those who wish to watch the race on the south side of the track should be dropped off at the 17th Street entrance.
Those who wish to watch the race on the north side of the track should be dropped off at the Fee Lane entrance.
Those who are dropped off at the stadium can be picked up at the same location.
For further information about accessibility needs, please contact IU Event Services at iuevents@iu.edu.
For those using Uber, Lyft, or other ride shares
IUPD and IU Events are currently working on a plan for ride-share drop-offs. Please check back here for details.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase at concession areas. Only cashless payment will be accepted.
Attendees are not permitted to bring in outside food or beverages.
We expect all attendees to have fun, be safe, and be responsible.
Little 500 is one of the biggest sporting events of the year at IU Bloomington. Please don’t spoil the experience for yourself or your fellow Hoosiers!
Any disruption at the event may result in ejection from the venue.
Unauthorized interference with the use of premises for this event and/or unauthorized entry into or upon the track area, the infield, or any restricted area may be deemed trespassing.
Violators will be subject to ejection and prosecution.
Only credentialed and race team personnel are permitted in the infield area.
If you need assistance, please contact an event staff member, medical personnel, or IU police.
Tickets will be available for purchase online beginning in December 2025. Check back after this date for further ticketing information.
For those with a mobile ticket, please load your ticket to your phone’s digital wallet prior to arriving. A screen shot of your ticket will not allow you access to the event.
To access your mobile ticket, sign in to your IU ticket account or Ticketmaster account on your mobile device. Log in with the same email and password you used when purchasing your ticket. Once you’re logged in, you’ll have the option to add your ticket to your digital wallet.
If you have questions prior to the event, please email us at tickets@iu.edu or call 812-855-1103.
The Little 500 mission
Since 1951, Little 500 has raised scholarship money for IU undergraduate students working their way through college, providing thousands of scholarships over the years. Currently, the Little 500 supports the Students Helping Students campaign, which raises funds to benefit student-selected campus initiatives.
The Indiana University Foundation solicits tax-deductible private contributions for the benefit of Indiana University and is registered to solicit charitable contributions in all states requiring registration. For more information, please review our full disclosure statement.
