(Michigan City, IN) - Parking at Washington Park is going to cost more during the upcoming Greats Lakes Grand Prix.

The Michigan City Parks and Recreation Department has announced a $40 special events parking fee will be charged for every vehicle entering the park without a parking sticker.

All other vehicles will not be allowed into the park due to very limited parking, officials said.

Powerboats traveling at well over 150 miles per hour are expected to hit the water on Saturday, August 3 to prepare for the annual race the following day.

La Porte County Convention and Visitors Bureau CEO Jack Arnett encourages people to park for free at Blue Chip Casino where an air conditioned shuttle will take spectators to the race at no cost.

“Try not to drive into the park.  The park is going to be full,” he said.