KENTUCKY SPEEDWAY QUICK FACTS:
Located in Sparta, KY., and constructed on 820 acres of land, Kentucky Speedway showcases the most prominent race series on its 1.5-mile tri-oval with 14-degree banking in the turns and a 1,600-foot backstretch. The tri-oval is 70-feet wide and includes a 12-foot apron. The facility also features a paved quarter-mile track.
Features:
- 106,000 Grandstand Seats
- 35 Luxury Suites
- 90-Seat Private Kentucky Club®
- 2,100-Seat Bluegrass Club®
- 10 Terrace Boxes
- 125 Private, Backstretch RV Spaces
- 590 Infield RV Spaces
- 2,000 Reserved RV Spaces
- Parking For More Than 30,000 Cars and 2,000 RVs
ACCIDENTS:
Kentucky Speedway is committed to making your visit with us as safe as possible, but we're prepared in the event of an accident. If you're involved in, or witness an incident during your visit, please notify the nearest security guard, usher or contact the Speedway operator at 859-567-3400. Please allow emergency personnel to respond to incidents promptly and without interference.
ADA PARKING POLICY:
Visitors planning to access designated Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) parking areas must provide all required documentation in accordance with KRS 189.456.
ADA SHUTTLE SERVICE:
An ADA van will be provided to escort disabled patrons possessing the proper credentials to the pit area. The pick up area is located near the Pedestrian Tunnel.
ALCOHOL POLICY:
If you choose to drink alcohol during your visit to the Speedway, please do so responsibly and be considerate of your fellow fans. You must be 21 years old and present a photo ID with proof of age when making your purchase. We reserve the right to refuse to serve alcoholic beverages to any person, for any reason, and will contact police if we believe you are acting in a manner that is contrary to the law or that may endanger yourself, others, or any property.
ATM LOCATIONS:
For your convenience, ATM's will be located outside the main ticket booth at Gate 15, at Guest Services and on the Concourse Level above Grandstand 2 and Grandstand 5.
BABY CHANGING STATIONS:
Baby Changing stations are available in every restroom on the concourse and in the Tower Grandstand. All restrooms will be clearly marked and also are equipped for persons with disabilities.
CAMPING RULES:
We have established the following rules to help guests make the most of their race weekend experience. Your cooperation with our camping rules is essential to ensuring a safe and enjoyable stay.
Kentucky Speedway, its representatives and contracted agents reserve the right to amend campsite rules and discourage behaviors which, in their judgment, detract from other guests' enjoyment of any event.
Please review the following information carefully. Failure to comply with the stated and posted rules may result in expulsion from the facility.
- Corporate displays such as advertisements, banners and promotional vehicles are prohibited in all campgrounds. Kentucky Speedway reserves the right to remove people, vehicles, advertisements, banners and any item or person determined to be elements of corporate advertising / promotional campaigns at any time. Companies wishing to advertise with or promote at Kentucky Speedway may call 859-578-2328.
- MOTORCYCLES THAT ARE NOT PRIMARY MODES OF TRANSPORTATION, ATVs, MINI-BIKES, DIRT BIKES, OFF-ROAD VEHICLES, PERSONAL GOLF CARTS, SCOOTERS, MOPEDS, SKATEBOARDS AND ARE NOT PERMITTED AT ANY TIME UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE. KENTUCKY SPEEDWAY RESERVES THE AUTHORITY TO DENY ACCESS TO ANY VEHICLE AT ANY TIME.
- A good neighbor quiet policy will be in effect beginning at 11:00 p.m., or one hour after event completion, until 7:00 a.m. There will be no admittance beyond posted times. Generators are to be turned off during good neighbor quiet hours.
- Offensive signs, public intoxication and profanity will not be tolerated.
- Vehicle and camping equipment must not extend beyond assigned space.
- Fire and Safety personnel must be able to see in all camping areas for safety reasons.
- Fire Lanes must remain open at all times. Any vehicles blocking fire lanes will be towed at owner's expense.
- Grills are permissible, but must be removed after the event weekend. Grilling is NOT permitted in the infield campgrounds during practice sessions, qualifying, prerace activities and race competition.
- Fires are only permissible in General Campground, Private Backstretch Campground, Millionaire's Row Campground and Lakeside Campground. Fires must be above ground and in an approved container. Containers must be removed after the event weekend. Fires will NOT be permitted in the infield campgrounds at any time.
- State and county health rules must be obeyed. Waste and wastewater must be disposed of properly at one of our dumping stations.
- Please place all trash in tied plastic bags and place bags in provided trash cans.
- Stage, stage lights, live bands and live DJs are prohibited.
- Deadly weapons, laser lights, fireworks and any other items determined to be dangerous to other guests or competitors are not permitted.
- Hot tubs and pools are prohibited.
- Pets are only permitted in the General Campground, Private Backstretch Campground, Millionaire's Row Campground and Lakeside Campground. Pets must be kept on a short leash at all times. Owners are responsible for waste removal.
INFIELD RV CAMPING:
Trackside and Interior infield campsites may be reserved for a full season or single event in the Red, White or Blue Campgrounds. Campsites measure 20 feet by 50 feet.
Infield campground hours for 2011 will be:
July 7-9:
Open: Noon – Tuesday, July 5.
Close: Noon – Sunday, July 10
Oct. 1-2:
Open: Noon – Wednesday, Sept. 28.
Close: Noon – Monday, Oct. 3
- ATVs, MINI-BIKES, DIRT BIKES, OFF-ROAD VEHICLES, GOLF CARTS, SCOOTERS, MOPEDS, AND SKATEBOARDS ARE NOT PERMITTED AT ANY TIME UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE. KENTUCKY SPEEDWAY POSSESSES AUTHORITY TO DENY ACCESS TO ANY VEHICLE AT ANY TIME.
- Limit one RV per campsite and a pass must be displayed at all times.
- Guests purchasing or visiting an infield campsite must possess an individual infield camping pass, regardless of age, no exceptions.
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As many as ten (10) guests are permitted to occupy each site. Passes are sold separately and will be available for the following rates:
July 7, 8 and 9:
October 1-2:
In Advance of Campground Opening
$75 each
$40 each
After Campground Opening
$100 each
$50 each
- Guests wishing to view a race event from the grandstand must possess a valid grandstand ticket.
- Height regulation is 13 feet. The height regulation is 10 feet for Trackside campsites in the Red Campground. Any structure higher than 13 feet - including flags and flag poles - must be removed during practice sessions, qualifying, prerace activities and race competition.
- Grilling is NOT permitted during practice sessions, qualifying, prerace activities and race competition.
- Campfires are not permissible in the infield.
- Pets are NOT permitted in the infield campgrounds.
PRIVATE BACKSTRETCH RV CAMPGROUND:
Policies:
- ATVs, MINI-BIKES, DIRT BIKES, OFF-ROAD VEHICLES, GOLF CARTS, SCOOTERS, MOPEDS, AND SKATEBOARDS ARE NOT PERMITTED AT ANY TIME UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE. KENTUCKY SPEEDWAY POSSESSES AUTHORITY TO DENY ACCESS TO ANY VEHICLE AT ANY TIME.
- The season plan includes one (1) Private RV Pass and four (4) guest passes.
- Only self-contained (equipped with running water, holding tanks, and sanitary plumbing) recreational vehicles are permitted in the campground.
- Limit one RV per campsite and a pass must be displayed at all times.
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Campground hours for 2011 will be:
July 7, 8 and 9:
October 1-2:
Open: Noon – Tuesday, July 5
Open: Noon – Wednesday, Sept. 28
Close: Noon – Sunday, July 10
Close: Noon – Monday, Oct. 3
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As many as six (6) additional guest passes may be purchased through our ticket office at the following rates:
July 7, 8 and 9:
October 1-2:
In Advance of Campground Opening
$75 each
$40 each
After Campground Opening
$100 each
$50 each
- Each guest must possess a pass regardless of age. Only those with the proper pass will be granted campground access – no exceptions.
- Tent camping and tow vehicles are not allowed in the campground.
- Tow vehicles must be parked in the designated area.
- All RVs must park parallel to each other in assigned spots. No perpendicular parking.
- Fire And Safety personnel must be able to see in all camping areas for safety reasons.
- No persons, blankets, chairs, or signage are permitted on grass banking. Violators will be subject to removal from the premises and termination of their season pass.
- Grandstand entrance is permitted only with a valid grandstand ticket.
- Scaffolding must be safely attached to an RV.
- One pet is allowed per RV. Pets must be kept on a short leash at all times. Owners are responsible for removal of pet waste.
- Fires must be above ground and in an approved container. Containers must be removed after the event weekend.
RESERVED MILLIONAIRE'S ROW AND LAKESIDE RV CAMPING:
Policies:
- MOTORCYCLES, ATVs, PERSONAL GOLF CARTS, SCOOTERS, MOPEDS AND SKATEBOARDS ARE NOT PERMITTED AT ANY TIME UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE.
- Limit one RV per campsite and a pass must be displayed at all times.
- One pet is allowed per RV. Pets must be kept on a short leash at all times. Owners are responsible for removal of pet waste.
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2011 Campground hours:
July 7, 8 and 9:
October 1-2:
Open: Noon – Tuesday, July 5
Open: Noon – Wednesday, Sept. 28
Close: Noon – Sunday, July 10
Close: Noon – Monday, Oct. 3
CHILD IDENTIFICATION ARMBANDS:
Children may receive a free wristband at the Information & Guest Services booth located underneath the Tower Grandstand near the pedestrian tunnel. The band will help you identify your child should you become separated.
CLUB AREAS (PERSONAL SEAT LICENSE MEMBERSHIP):
Invest in a Speedway Personal Seat License (PSL) and you’ll be watching the action in luxury in our 210-seat, glass-enclosed, suite-level KENTUCKY CLUB® or our 2,100-seat, outdoor BLUEGRASS CLUB™. Both PSLs include access to Platinum Parking as well as private bar and concession areas. Both clubs are great for entertaining business clients, rewarding employees or rolling out the red carpet for friends and family.
Admission to both clubs requires a wristband and the proper club ticket. Wristbands are available at the Suite/Club Check-In area inside Gate 15. Contact our PSL coordinator at 859-578-2300 to learn more.
COOLERS:
Coolers of any style are prohibited inside Kentucky Speedway gates at all times. Fans are permitted to carry in one sealed bottle of water per person. Kentucky Speedway reserves the right to deny any item through its gates at any time. Fans are able to use their race tickets to exit and re-enter the facility at designated Pass Out gates.
CREDENTIAL OFFICE:
Follow posted signage off I-71, Exit 57 or Exit 55 to the Credential Office.
THE CREDENTIAL OFFICE WILL CLOSE AT THE START OF ALL RACE EVENTS.
DRIVING SCHOOLS:
Several driving schools will visit Kentucky Speedway to provide fans with the opportunity to drive a NASCAR Sprint Cup style stock car on our 1.5-mile tri-oval. Visit the "Fan Zone" pages at
www.kentuckyspeedway.com for school descriptions, schedules and contact information.
ELEVATORS:
Elevators 1 and 2 are located under the Suite Level for our club and suite guests. Patrons must display the proper Suite Level Credential to access the elevators.
Elevator 3 is reserved for use by persons with disabilities and provides access to our Tower Level. Persons with disabilities must have the proper Tower Level ticket or Speedway credential to access the elevator.
ESCALATORS:
Escalators are located in our Pedestrian Tunnel, which provides access to the Speedway infield. You must display the proper credential or Fan Zone to enter the tunnel. (Please see the “Fan Zone” section of this guide for information).
FACEBOOK/TWITTER:
Become a Fan on Facebook and follow us on Twitter! On Facebook, search Kentucky Speedway and on Twitter search KySpeedway. Stay up-to-date on all the latest news and information!
FAN COMMUNICATIONS:
We welcome fan comments and opinions. Fans who wish to forward comments should address their letters to: Kentucky Speedway, Attn: Communications Manager, 1 Speedway Drive, Sparta, KY, 41086. Fans who wish to receive a response should indicate their desire in their letter and provide a return address.
FAN E-MAIL:
Keep up with the latest developments at Kentucky Speedway by joining our fan e-mail list. Weekly e-mails inform fans of upcoming events and relay the most recent news from the speedway. Fans can join the e-mail list by visiting the Fan Zone section of
www.kentuckyspeedway.com.
FAN TEXTING:
Fans can now get involved with the safety and security issues during their stay at Kentucky Speedway by texting issues to our Command Post. The fan will send their message to a five digit number called a short code. In the body of the message, they text a unique "Keyword" followed by a space and then their message consisting of the issue and location. That message will come to the Command Post and will be handled accordingly. A reply message will be sent to the fan that there issue is being addressed.
Send Text Message to: 69050
- Type KYS
- Add a Space
- Type in your Issue and Location
- Press Send
Please Note: Standard message and data rates may apply
FAN ZONE PASSES:
Fans can get closer to the action by purchasing a Fan Zone Pass. Passes are available near the Pedestrian Tunnel entrance beneath the blue Tower Grandstand. Children must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Guidelines follow:
- Kentucky Speedway reserves the right to ask anyone to leave the Fan Zone area at any time.
- Kentucky Speedway reserves the right to deny the sale of Fan Zone Passes to any individual according to race sanctioning body rules/regulations.
FIRST AID/FAN CARE CENTERS:
Located behind Grandstand 2 and Grandstand 4.
GIFT CERTIFICATES:
Speedway gift certificates are available year-round. Gift certificates are good toward gift shop and ticket purchases. Certificates can be ordered by phone at 859-578-2300.
HOSPITALITY VILLAGE PARKING AND CHECK-IN:
Hospitality Village is located across from the Display Area, in Parking Lot D. Parking and Check-In instructions will be included in each Hospitality Village Race Packet. Guests with the proper hospitality pass will be issued a wristband, which allows them to enter the village.
INFORMATION /GUEST SERVICES BOOTH:
Our Information/Guest Services Booth is located underneath the Tower Grandstand near the pedestrian tunnel. Guest service representatives will be available to provide you with general information, assist in acquiring transportation, lost and found, and event-related services. Children's identification armbands also are available.
INFORMATION RADIO 1620 AM:
Fans within a nine-mile radius of Kentucky Speedway can get the latest Speedway traffic and facility information throughout the year by tuning to 1620 AM.
I-71 INTERCHANGE – EXIT 55:
Kentucky Speedway Exit 55 will serve as the principle entrance for all Persons with Disabilities, Hospitality, Suite, VIP, Platinum and General Admission parking guests. The interchange connects to Ky. Rte 1039 and Speedway Blvd. to provide access to Speedway Entrances.
I-71 INTERCHANGE – EXIT 57:
Kentucky Speedway Exit 57 will serve as the entrance for Credentials, Infield and General Admission Parking. The interchange connects to St. Rt. 35 to Jerry Carroll Blvd and provides access to speedway entrances.
LOST & FOUND:
Lost & Found will be submitted to the Information/Guest Services Booth located underneath the Tower Grandstand near the pedestrian tunnel. All items will be held for 30 days pending their claim. We will return items if the claimant sends a letter describing the lost item. When ownership is confirmed, arrangements will be made for the return of found items. For information regarding lost and found articles, call Kentucky Speedway at 859-567-3445, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m.
PARKING:
Parking areas are accessible from Speedway Blvd. and Jerry Carroll Blvd.
General Parking - Entrance 5, 6, 7, 9, 10 and 11
Platinum, Suite and VIP - Entrance 8
Persons with Disabilities and Bus - Entrance 9
PROPER HANG TAGS ARE REQUIRED TO ENTER ALL RESERVED PARKING AREAS.
MOTOR HOME PARKING IS ONLY AVAILABLE IN OUR CAMPING AREAS.
PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES PARKING:
Persons with Disabilities Parking is provided for each race event. Follow signage to the designated area. Please display your state-assigned persons with disabilities parking permit in the window of your vehicle to be admitted. Spaces are not reserved and are assigned on a first-come first-serve basis.
PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES GRANDSTAND ACCESS:
ADA approved spaces for wheelchairs are available. One attendant may accompany guests in wheelchairs. Attendant chairs can be obtained at the Grandstand Guest Services booths located behind each of our six grandstand sections and the Tower Grandstand. For additional information and to reserve persons with disabilities seating, contact the Kentucky Speedway Ticket Office at 859-578-2300.
(Please see the "Persons with Disabilities Parking" entry in this guide for parking information).
PETS:
The only animals allowed inside the Speedway property (except those which are part of an event) are guide dogs to aid the visually impaired, signal dogs to aid the hearing impaired and service dogs to aid persons with disabilities. All animals on Speedway property MUST be kept on a six-foot leash or chain and may not be left unattended.
PROHIBITED ITEMS:
ALL CARRY-IN BAGS, BLANKETS, SLEEPING BAGS AND SIMILAR ITEMS ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH BY KENTUCKY SPEEDWAY WHEN ENTERING THE FACILITY. A LIST OF PROHIBITED ITEMS INCLUDES, BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO:
- Aerosol cans
- Alcoholic beverages
- Animals (except for those assisting people with disabilities)
- Baby strollers
- Balloons or beach balls
- Bottles, cans or other containers
- Beverage containers – except for sealed plastic bottles of water
- Chairs of any style
- Coolers of any style
- Fireworks or missile-like objects
- Glass containers of any style
- Illegal substances
- Laser pointers
- Noise making devices – bells, bullhorns, whistles and other items
- Projectiles of any style
- Sticks, bats, poles or clubs
- Tripods
- Umbrellas
- Video or movie cameras
- Weapons: guns, knives, mace, handcuffs, nightsticks, blackjacks or other items.
- Items that pose a safety hazard or may diminish from other fans enjoyment of an event
PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEM ON RADIO (89.5 FM):
Fans can tune to 89.5 FM on their radios to listen to the Kentucky Speedway public address system during our race events.
RESCHEDULE & POSTPONEMENT POLICY:
In case of postponement, please keep your unused ticket(s) or ticket stub(s) to re-enter on the rescheduled date. Kentucky Speedway does not refund or exchange tickets under any circumstances.
RE-ENTRY:
Guests use their race ticket to exit and re-enter the facility UNLIMITED TIMES during our race events. Tickets must be scanned upon exiting and re-entering the facility.
RESTROOMS:
Persons with Disabilities: Assisted restrooms are located at the entrance of each restroom building.
Public: Located behind the grandstands throughout the facility. Baby Changing stations are available in all restrooms and in the Tower Grandstand. All restrooms will be clearly marked and also are equipped for persons with disabilities.
SECURITY POLICY:
ALL CARRY-IN BAGS, BLANKETS, SLEEPING BAGS AND SIMILAR ITEMS ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH BY KENTUCKY SPEEDWAY WHEN ENTERING THE FACILITY.
Prohibited items (SEE THE PROHIBITED ITEMS ENTRY) or contraband discovered during security inspections must be returned to the owner's vehicle or discarded.
ITEMS MAY NOT BE LEFT AT THE GATE. Unlawful items discovered during security inspections will be confiscated and reported to the legal authorities. Any prohibited item discovered inside Kentucky Speedway will be confiscated. Uniformed police officers and Speedway Security will be stationed throughout the facility to ensure your safety. Should you require assistance, please notify the nearest event employee. The appropriate person or agency will then be dispatched to your location.
FREE SHUTTLE:
For your convenience, the Speedway will operate a continuous free shuttle service to drive fans to and from our parking and camping areas.
SOUVENIRS:
Souvenir stands are located throughout the facility and in the infield building near the exit of the Pedestrian Tunnel. The Official Kentucky Speedway Gift Shop is open daily. Hours are Monday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time during the season. Winter hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The shop is located inside the Fan Center near Turn 3 off of Hwy. 35. Merchandise also is available online at
www.kentuckyspeedway.com. Click on Gift Shop in the main navigation menu. Fans can contact the shop at 859-567-3419.
SUITES:
Our suites are located above the main concourse. You must have the appropriate wristband and event suite ticket to enter the Suite Level. To receive the proper wristband, present your suite ticket at the Suite/Club Check-In area inside Gate 15. Suites will close 60 minutes following the conclusion of the day's final event.
TICKETS:
Please inspect your tickets upon receipt and report discrepancies to our Ticket Office immediately at 888-652-7223 or 859-578-2300. Please keep your tickets in a safe place.
TICKETS WILL NOT BE REISSUED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES. Tickets obtained from sources other than Kentucky Speedway or Tickets.com may be lost, stolen or counterfeit and may not be honored.
Kentucky Speedway and Tickets.com are not responsible for and will not replace lost, stolen, destroyed or misplaced tickets.
TICKETS – PURCHASING:
Kentucky Speedway has five easy ways for you to purchase race tickets:
- Call 888-652-7223, Monday through Sunday 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. (Eastern).
- Order and print your tickets online at www.kentuckyspeedway.com or www.tickets.com.
- Mail your order (call 859-578-2300 for a mail order form or print a form from our Web site)
- Visit our Corporate Offices at 1 Speedway Drive, Sparta, Kentucky, 41086. Please call 859-567-3400 for hours of operation. Tickets also are available at our Fan Center Ticket Office in Sparta, Ky. Please call 859-567-3400 for hours of operation.
- Visit any Tickets.com outlet including Meijer Stores
Ticket prices increase $5.00 on race day.
TICKETS – GROUPS:
Enjoying a race with a business, social, church or youth group is one of the best ways to experience Kentucky Speedway. Call our sales representatives at 859-647-4309 or visit
www.kentuckyspeedway.com for group discount information.
TICKETS - REFUNDS:
Kentucky Speedway
DOES NOT ISSUE REFUNDS FOR ANY REASON. Tickets issued for a postponed event will be honored on the rescheduled date.
TICKETS - "SCALPING":
We prohibit the resale of tickets, at any value, on the Kentucky Speedway property. If you are unable to use your ticket(s), do not attempt to sell the ticket(s) on Speedway property. The sale of Kentucky Speedway tickets or credentials on Speedway grounds is in violation of Kentucky Law (KRS 518.070).
(Tickets and credentials will be confiscated and the seller(s) will be removed from Speedway property).
TOURS:
Your tour includes an up-close look at areas that are off limits to fans during race weekends. Tours are available year round, excluding event weekends, for $5.00 per person. Children under age 6 are admitted free. Please schedule your tour a minimum of one week in advance by calling 859-567-3400.
TOW LOT:
If your vehicle is towed, you will be able to claim it following the completion of each race event at the parking area near the Kentucky Speedway Operations Building.
WILL CALL:
Kentucky Speedway tickets purchased up to 10 days prior to an event will be sent to our customers by U.S. Mail. Tickets ordered after the mailing cut-off date will be held for pick up at our Will Call Window at the Main Entrance.
A PHOTO ID IS REQUIRED TO CLAIM TICKETS.