- The centre of the traditional CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa Parade moves to a historic monument for the 2025 edition
- Join the festivities on Wednesday 25 June to launch the 77th edition of the world's greatest GT race
It is an unmissable moment for all fans of the CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa. At 18:00 on Wednesday 25 June, a huge fleet of GT cars from the 24 Hours and the support races will leave the paddock at Spa-Francorchamps, taking the road linking the ‘the most beautiful circuit in the world’ with the town of Spa. Along the route, spectators will gather in their thousands to enjoy this unique experience. They arrive, sometimes several hours in advance, with picnic tables and refreshments, not wanting to miss a thing: the GT cars participating in the CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa, in the support races, as well as supercars and other exceptional vehicles.
When they arrive in town, the cars are lined up and the drivers emerge to meet the public, who can enjoy this event completely free of charge. A new feature has been introduced for the 77th CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa: on Wednesday 25 June, many of the cars will take their place in the majestic Parc de Sept Heures, built in the mid-18th century for the guests staying in the original spa town.
But that's not all. By placing the cars in the Parc de Sept Heures (as well as the Place Royale, which was used previously), SRO Motorsports Group will move the entire Parade hub a little further west, with interviews, autograph sessions, and other events now taking place under the Galerie Léopold II. Dating from 1878, this impressive, covered gallery has recently been renovated and is part of Wallonia's extraordinary heritage. As such, it will provide a truly unique setting.
"More than ever, the CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa Parade will embrace the history of the city of Spa," says Laurent Gaudin, General Manager of the world's biggest GT race. "Free to the public, our Parade attracts more than 10,000 people and stands out for its friendly atmosphere. Fans can touch the cars, take photos with the drivers, chat with them. This shared experience reflects our event as a whole: open and accessible to the public. I would like to thank the city of Spa, and in particular its new Mayor Nicolas Tefnin and his entire team, for the trust they have placed in us. I look forward to seeing you all on Wednesday 25 June!”
The day after the Parade, the CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa competitors will get down to business with Free Practice, Pre-Qualifying, Qualifying, and Night Practice. On Friday, the Superpole will set the top 20 positions on the starting grid for the 77th CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa, which gets underway at 16:30 on Saturday 28 June. The race will feature non-stop entertainment, with concerts every evening from Thursday to Saturday, a fireworks display, exhibitions, a Ferris wheel, and more.
Further information and the complete ticket offering can be found on the event’s official website: www.crowdstrike24hoursofspa.com.