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Overview

Strap in and start your engines, because it's your turn to blaze around the Richmond International Raceway, feeling every bit the NASCAR superstar you've dreamt of being. This isn't just any driving experience; this is your shot to pilot a full-size Sprint Cup style stock car!

🏎️ Pilot a full-size Sprint Cup style stock car, just like NASCAR legends

🚀 Race around the Richmond International Raceway, hitting speeds of 100+ MPH

📚 Learn about vehicle dynamics and racing lines in a pre-race classroom session

🏁 Take home a certificate with your top speed and enjoy a day of unforgettable racing action

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Any restrictions to participate?

  • Age: 16+ with a valid driver’s license
  • Weight: Must be between 100 - 300 pounds.
  • Height: Must be between 5’ - 6’7” tall.
  • Health limitations: Not recommended for expectant mothers.
  • Physical limitations: Participants must be in good physical condition overall and be able to enter and exit the race car through the window. The window is 15'' x 30'' and sits 36'' off the ground.

Who can you accommodate for?

  • Children: Children under 18 years old can participate as long as they have a valid driver’s license and meet the height and weight requirements. All children under the age of 18 years old must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, who must sign a waiver on their behalf.
  • Pets: Sorry, no pets allowed.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

  • Duration: Plan to spend up to 3 hours at the track. 
  • What’s included: 
    • A thrilling driving experience on one of the nation’s premier speedways
    • Driving suit, helmet, and in-car racing electronics radio system
    • All taxes and service fees including a $44.99 driver’s fee and $10 service fee. The driver’s fee includes vehicle liability insurance, plus a souvenir racing license to take home with you.
  • Who will be present: You will drive the car yourself and have a personal racing  instructor available over a 2-way communication radio system. There will be other drivers on the track at the same time.
  • Spectators: Family and friends are encouraged to join. A trackside viewing area is available at all tracks, however, limited seating is provided, so it is recommended to bring lawn chairs if you’d like a guaranteed seat.
  • Photo/ video: Photos and video are encouraged!
  • Specific rules to follow: All participants must sign a waiver. All rules will be covered at the time of the experience.

 

How to prepare?

  • Weather dependency: This experience is weather dependent and can only run in safe weather conditions. If there is rain on the day of your experience the experience provider will likely go on a rain delay and try to operate once the track dries. They will reach out to participants via email and text message to communicate changes due to weather. If you have any questions about the weather please contact the racing school directly.  
  • Arrival: Plan to arrive 30 minutes in advance
  • Parking: There is parking available at the speedway.
  • What to wear: Casual, comfortable clothing appropriate for the weather conditions and closed toe shoes (required).
  • What to bring: Valid driver’s license, a camera, snacks, non-alcoholic beverages, and lawn chairs if you’d like a guaranteed seat.
  • Restrooms/ lockers/ changing rooms: Restrooms are available onsite, but there are no lockers or changing rooms.

 

Anything else I should know before going on this experience?

  • The race cars are manual transmission (stick shift). It is highly recommended that driver’s know how to drive a stick shift, however if you don’t have the ability just let the crew know in advance so they can assist you.
  • The time on your driving session begins as you start driving down pit road and it ends when you pull back into the pits.
  • Passing is allowed. If you come up on a slower race car, your personal racing instructor will instruct you to pass.

Full description

With options to tear up the track for 8 to 48 minutes, you'll have plenty of time to get your heart racing and your adrenaline pumping as you hit speeds of 100+ MPH. Imagine navigating those 14-degree turns, no lead car holding you back, just pure, unadulterated speed, and the voice of your spotter over the 2-way radio guiding you through each lap. And when it's all said and done, you'll walk away not just with memories that'll last a lifetime but a certificate boasting your top speed to prove it.

Before you let loose on the track, you'll be equipped with everything you need to know in a short classroom session—vehicle dynamics, racing lines, and all-important safety instructions. Then, suited up in racing gear, it's time for the rubber to meet the road. The green flag waves, and off you go, chasing the horizon on a track renowned for its intense NASCAR action. The Richmond International Raceway, known affectionately as America's Premier Short Track, is your playground for the day. With its unique D-shaped oval, featuring tight turns and speedy straightaways, it's the perfect setting to unleash your inner racecar driver. So, whether you're there to fulfill a lifelong dream or to simply experience the thrill of NASCAR racing, Richmond Raceway is ready to deliver an unforgettable day of speed and excitement.

Returns, exchanges and cancellation

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 30 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked.

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Robert H.

The thrill of speed on the tracks was exhilarating, and the staff's support and professionalism throughout the experience were truly outstanding. I'm grateful to the team for their exceptional service.

John Z.

The staff were incredibly welcoming, offering helpful reminders and advice on how to reach the venue. The wait was brief and well worth it, especially seeing my daughter's joy during her ride-along. The entire process, from arrival to the adrenaline-pumping ride, was seamlessly coordinated. I would definitely recommend this experience – it's an investment in pure excitement.

Elizabeth L.

The driving experience was nothing short of thrilling. We managed to fit in three sessions within eight minutes, which felt like the perfect amount of time. Being from the UK, we're no strangers to manual gears and sharp corners! A guide provided instructions through a headset, which helped us navigate the track and progressively increase our speed. Hitting speeds over 140 mph was exhilarating. Despite a brief interruption for a VIP guest, the staff accommodated us generously with extra track time, which was much appreciated.