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One of the most eagerly anticipated race meetings of the year, the Toyota Grand Prix at Long Beach in Los Angeles is a hugely popular event that attracts racing fanatics from all over the world. Part of the Champ Car World Series, this is the first event of the new racing calendar and always generates a great buzz and excitement amongst the 200,000-strong crowd. They're in for a treat with drivers racing in open-wheel, open cockpit Champ Car chassis at speeds in excess of 185 mph along the front straightaway on Shoreline Drive. Other events include the fun pro versus celebrity race, live music and entertainment, car shows, a beauty pageant and autograph and photo sessions with the stars and celebrities.

Times
Races start at 1900.