Destiny Lewis shows off her outfit May 22, 2026, on Carb Day ahead of the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Credit: Abra Richardson/Mirror Indy
It’s the Friday before the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500. More importantly, it’s Miller Lite Carb Day.
For some, Carb Day is about catching the practice laps or watching the Counting Crows play on stage. For others, it’s all about the style check.
Between the sounds of zooming cars and chanting party goers, you can find a lot of black and white looks, along with red, white and blue, plus other styles that transcend classic trackside trends.
From hot dogs to stars and stripes, see what racing fans wore on the opening day of race weekend.
Henry Jemilo, 10, cheers for the Wienermobiles on May 22, 2026, on Carb Day ahead of the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Credit: Brett Phelps/Mirror Indy/CatchLight Local/Report for America
Korey Simpson shows off his beer belt May 22, 2026, on Carb Day ahead of the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Credit: Abra Richardson/Mirror Indy
Amber Johnson poses in her hot dog themed outfit May 22, 2026, on Carb Day ahead of the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Credit: Abra Richardson/Mirror Indy
Bryce Tolle talks about his memories of Carb Day throughout the years May 22, 2026, on Carb Day ahead of the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. “Coming to carb day is just part of being from Indy,” Tolle said. Credit: Brett Phelps/Mirror Indy/CatchLight Local/Report for AmericaTessa Garber poses for a portrait May 22, 2026, on Carb Day ahead of the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Credit: Brett Phelps/Mirror Indy/CatchLight Local/Report for AmericaKeith Overman and Seth Nycum dress up as characters from the tv series “Righteous Gemstones” on May 22, 2026, on Carb Day ahead of the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Credit: Brett Phelps/Mirror Indy/CatchLight Local/Report for AmericaRonnie Lynch poses with racing fans May 22, 2026, on Carb Day ahead of the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Credit: Brett Phelps/Mirror Indy/CatchLight Local/Report for America
Andrew Aceituno shows off his Captain Underpants costume May 22, 2026, on Carb Day ahead of the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Credit: Brett Phelps/Mirror Indy/CatchLight Local/Report for America
Isabella Bates poses for a portrait with underwear on her head May 22, 2026, on Carb Day ahead of the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Credit: Brett Phelps/Mirror Indy/CatchLight Local/Report for America
Kyle Smith shows off his American themed robe May 22, 2026, on Carb Day ahead of the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Credit: Brett Phelps/Mirror Indy/CatchLight Local/Report for America
Greg Davis poses for a portrait May 22, 2026, on Carb Day ahead of the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Credit: Abra Richardson/Mirror IndyMarquise McClendon poses for a portrait May 22, 2026, on Carb Day ahead of the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Credit: Brett Phelps/Mirror Indy/CatchLight Local/Report for America
Lauren Waterman and Emma Selbin observe the race track May 22, 2026, on Carb Day ahead of the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Credit: Abra Richardson/Mirror Indy
Matt Ingalls poses for a portrait May 22, 2026, on Carb Day ahead of the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Credit: Abra Richardson/Mirror Indy
Marc Schultz and Karen Schultz show off their Wienermobiles on May 22, 2026, on Carb Day ahead of the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Credit: Brett Phelps/Mirror Indy/CatchLight Local/Report for AmericaKamryn Garber poses for a portrait May 22, 2026, on Carb Day ahead of the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Credit: Brett Phelps/Mirror Indy/CatchLight Local/Report for AmericaLaura Stigers and Brayden Stigers show off their hot dog themed outfits May 22, 2026, on Carb Day ahead of the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Credit: Brett Phelps/Mirror Indy/CatchLight Local/Report for AmericaErica Rodrigues and Jose Luster dance around the Snake Pit on May 22, 2026, on Carb Day ahead of the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Credit: Abra Richardson/Mirror Indy
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