Here’s the latest on the Wienie 500, the Oscar Mayer Wienie 500 at IMS.
- What it is: A playful race featuring Oscar Mayer Wienermobiles around the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, staged as a lead-in event to the Indianapolis 500. The concept debuted in 2025 and returned for a second year in 2026.[2][4]
- 2025 recap: The inaugural race drew national attention, with six Wienermobiles competing and a notable finish (Slaw Dog won the first edition).[5][10]
- 2026 return: IMS and Oscar Mayer announced the Wienie 500 would return on Memorial Day weekend, specifically framed to accompany the 2026 Indy 500 activities on Friday, May 22, including the final Carb Day events.[1][2]
- 2026 preview and format: The event expanded branding, live elements, and fan engagement, with six Wienermobiles participating and a format designed to boost fan interaction and viewing across in-person crowds and livestreams.[3]
- Additional context: The Wienie 500 has also featured cross-promotional activities and campaigns around the Indy 500 weekend, including partnerships and sponsor activations tied to the event branding.[2][3]
If you’d like, I can summarize key outcomes from the 2025 race (winner, top moments) or pull a quick running timeline for the 2026 edition as it unfolds closer to race weekend. Would you prefer a brief fact sheet or a short narrative recap?
Citations:
- Wienie 500 return and date details: RACER article and IMS press release confirming May 22 date.[1][2]
- 2025 race recap and attendance/viewership: IMS coverage and related news items.[4][10][2]
- 2026 preview and format updates: IMS preview article detailing participants and broadcast plans.[3]
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Corn Dog won the fan vote to join Chi Dog (Midwest), New York Dog (East), Chili Dog (South), Seattle Dog (Northwest) and reigning champion Slaw Dog (Southeast) in a high-stakes race around the Brickyard to see who cuts the mustard.
www.indianapolismotorspeedway.comOscar Meyer and IMS are bringing the popular contest back for a second year.
racer.comSlaw Dog will certainly relish in the glizzy and the glamour that comes with winning at the Brickyard
www.cbssports.comA battle of the toppings.
www.delish.comThe inaugural race for Oscar Mayer Wienermobiles at IMS captivated millions in May 2025.
www.indianapolismotorspeedway.comWatch the moment history was made as six Oscar Mayer Wienermobiles completed two laps on Miller Lite Carb Day, with the INDYCAR on FOX booth on the call.
www.indianapolismotorspeedway.comWatch the moment history was made as six Oscar Mayer Wienermobiles completed two laps on Miller Lite Carb Day, with the INDYCAR on FOX booth on the call.
www.indianapolismotorspeedway.comThe Wienie 500 on Friday, May 23 will also mark the first “meat-up” of all six Wienermobiles in over a decade and the first competitive race for the fleet.
www.indianapolismotorspeedway.comWatch the slowest two laps of racing in Indianapolis Motor Speedway history as six Wienermobiles compete in the inaugural Wienie 500. - Australia's #1 motorsport news website - Speedcafe.com
speedcafe.comWatch and read the most popular and latest videos and stories about WIENIE 500 Discover the biggest moments from the Wienie 500 with highlight videos, unforgettable performances, and fan-favorite memories.
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