Get a glimpse of Grand Prix of Long Beach history with 50 years of posters

With the 50th anniversary of the Grand Prix of Long Beach just days away, we’re celebrating the milestone by taking a look back at the event’s evolution over the past five decades.

Southern California’s 200-mph beach party has changed plenty since its 1975 debut — from the Grand Prix’s name, to the cars that compete, to the race track itself.

There’s no better way to get a glimpse of the Grand Prix’s growth than taking a look at 50 years worth of posters highlighting the event, so we’re presenting just that to readers.

Take a look at 50 years of Grand Prix history, starting all the way back in 1975.