Honda Indy Toronto 2011 Lineup

Update: Get your tickets! "November 25, 2010 (Toronto) – Tickets to the 2011 Honda Indy Toronto are now on sale to the general public, a full eight months before the flagship event is set to take place. Owners of the event, which marks the 25^th year of Indy car racing on the streets of Toronto, wanted to afford customers the chance to purchase tickets well in advance for special occasions, birthdays, milestones or as a holiday gift.

“We’re focused on making the Honda Indy Toronto accessible, entertaining and sustainable,” said Kevin Savoree, co-owner of the Honda Indy Toronto. “The Honda Indy Toronto is a must-attend event that provides memories for life. Offering tickets and race details in advance will help people make plans around the event.”

The event takes place from July 8-10, with prices ranging from $30 for Saturday general admission to $423 for gold seating in the Lake Shore Lounge for the entire weekend. For a full list of prices, or to purchase tickets, visit hondaindytoronto.com/tickets or call 1-877-503-6869."

While Toronto prepares for winter hibernation the Honda Indy Toronto is busy planning the July 8-10, 2011 race weekend. They have released their lineup which includes the main Indy race as well as the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series, Firestone Indy Lights, Acura Sports Car Challenge and the Ferrari Challenge. 2010 Honda Indy Toronto winner Will Power makes his way to the media immediately after winning the race in the above photo. Hopefully we will be able to watch Paul Tracy run the course next year as well.

They didn't release the lineup of the beautiful girls yet but I bet that the Bud and Hooters girls make an appearance or two.

You can see more pictures and read the official press release after the jump.

Indy driver EJ Visio sits in the cockpit of his racecar.

Paul Tracy comes into pit row

Bud girls host the pit crew challenge at Yonge-Dundas Square

NASCAR driver JR Fitzpatrick with some Schick Hydro girls

NASCAR Canadian Tire Series drivers with TV personality Mark Dailey of CityTV

And here is the official press release:

Honda Indy Toronto announces action-packed lineup for 2011

November 10, 2010 (Toronto) – The Honda Indy Toronto, taking place from July 8-10, will feature an exciting and diverse race schedule in 2011. In celebration of 25 years of racing on the streets of Toronto, Ontario’s single largest annual sporting event will feature the highest levels of Indy, stock, touring and, for the first time, exotic car racing.

The marquee attraction continues to be the IZOD IndyCar Series with its lineup of popular drivers including Dario Franchitti, series champion and winner of the 2010 Indy 500; Will Power, winner of the 2010 Honda Indy Toronto; Helio Castroneves and Scott Dixon, past winners of the Indy 500; Marco Andretti, son of Michael Andretti, driver with the most wins in Toronto; Danica Patrick, as well as Graham Rahal, son of Bobby Rahal, winner of the inaugural Indy car race in Toronto in 1986.

“Fans appreciate diversity, accessibility and quality in our weekend schedule,” said Charlie Johnstone, vice president and general manager for Honda Indy Toronto. “We could not hope for a better lineup to celebrate 25 years of racing on the streets of Toronto.”

Returning races include the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series, Firestone Indy Lights and the Acura Sports Car Challenge that will feature the Canadian Touring Car Championship. An exciting new addition will be the debut of the Ferrari Challenge, a unique racing series that allows Ferrari owners and enthusiasts to see the legendary cars in their natural environment – the race track. This is the first year the Toronto event has featured an exotic car race.

“The Ferrari Challenge is a premium series with universal appeal,” said Kim Green, co-owner of Green Savoree Toronto, ULC, promoters of the Honda Indy Toronto.  “Its addition to our schedule speaks volumes to the prestige and heritage of this Toronto hallmark event.”

Additional reading:

Honda Indy Toronto - www.hondaindytoronto.com

IZOD IndyCar Series – www.indycar.com

Firestone Indy Lights – www.firestoneindylights.com

NASCAR Canadian Tire Series – www.nascarcanadiantireseries.com

Ferrari Challenge – www.ferrarichallenge.com

Canadian Touring Car Championship – www.touringcar.ca

About Honda Indy Toronto

The Honda Indy Toronto takes place on the streets surrounding Exhibition Place near Lake Ontario and downtown Toronto. With 25 years of Indy car racing history in Toronto, the Honda Indy Toronto is among the most respected motorsports events in North America and includes the fastest racing series on the planet, celebrity athletes, and a week-long festival of live entertainment and interactive activities. For more information, visit www.hondaindytoronto.com.