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FAQs
If you can't find
the answers to your questions from this list, please call our Ticket Office
toll free at 866.460.RACE. Our
hearing impaired guests may cal via TDD at 1.866.ISC.TRAK. A guest services
representative will be happy to assist you.
Tickets and Ticket Renewals
How do I renew tickets?
If you are an RPM Ticket holder, you will have the first
opportunity to renew tickets. If you are NOT a ticket package holder, you
should call the ticket office toll free at 866.460.RACE to secure your seats
at Kansas Speedway.
Will I get the same seats?
Seat locations in the P.A.S.S. sections and ticket
packages are guaranteed renewable seats at Kansas Speedway. You may request
a change of seat location.
How can I purchase
additional tickets?
Once we go through the renewal process with current Ticket
package holders, race fans will be able to purchase tickets. If we do not have what you are looking for, we
suggest you visit StubHub, The Preferred Fan to Fan Marketplace of Kansas
Speedway by
clicking here
What comprises your Ticket
package for 2008-09?
Kansas Speedway will feature races over two weekends. The
races include:
- NASCAR Craftsman Truck
Series O'Reilly Auto Parts 250 on Saturday, April 25, 2009
- Indy Racing League
IndyCar Series Road Runner Turbo Indy 300 event on Sunday, April 26,
2009
- NASCAR Nationwide
Series Kansas Lottery 300 on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009
- NASCAR Sprint Cup
Series Kansas 400 on Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009
Can I buy individual
tickets for events at the track?
If we do not have what you are looking for, we suggest you
visit StubHub, The Preferred Fan to Fan Marketplace of Kansas Speedway by
clicking here.
How much are ticket
packages?
Ticket packages start at $213. Other tickets, depending on
what section is available, are $233, $258, $298 and $318 for all of the
major races.
I am a ticket package
holder, but cannot attend all the races at Kansas Speedway. Can I sell my
extra tickets?
We suggest you visit StubHub.com, The Preferred Fan to Fan
Marketplace of Kansas Speedway.
What happens if I sell my
tickets for more than face value?
Kansas Speedway holds the right to revoke all ticket
privileges to anyone who resells a ticket to a Kansas Speedway event at
greater than face value. The name on the account is responsible for the
tickets.
I purchased tickets from
someone else. How do I know if they're real?
You don't. Lost, stolen or counterfeit tickets will not be
honored at Kansas Speedway. If you buy a ticket from someone other than
Kansas Speedway or StubHub, you risk that those tickets are stolen or
counterfeit.
I've recently moved. How
do I update my account information?
It is very important for ticket holders to keep us
notified of their address changes. That's how we keep you updated with
speedway news. We also use what's on file to mail your ticket package.
Please call the ticket office toll free at 866.460.RACE, or write us at 400
Speedway Blvd., Kansas City, KS 66111 to update your phone and address
changes.
Does Kansas Speedway have
seats for disabled guests?
Kansas Speedway provides reserved seating for our disabled
guests. Please call the ticket office toll free at 866.460.RACE for
availability.
Can I bring my child to
Kansas Speedway?
Yes! Motorsports and Kansas Speedway are family-oriented,
and a lot of families bring their children. Everyone entering through the
grandstand gates must have a ticket, regardless of age.
If my child sits on my
lap, do they still need a ticket?
Yes. Everyone through Kansas Speedway's grandstand gates
must have a ticket, regardless of age.
Pit Passes, Garage Passes and Fan Walk
How do I purchase cold pre-race
pit passes at Kansas Speedway?
Kansas Speedway sells pre-race pit passes as an upgrade
from Sprint FanWalk only. Please call the ticket office for availability.
Pre-race pit passes are for Sunday, April 26, and Sunday, Oct. 4, only.
Pre Race Cold Pit Passes do NOT allow access to the garage areas.
What is Sprint FanWalk?
Sprint FanWalk is an interactive area within Kansas
Speedway's infield. FanWalk sits between the four garages used by teams
during race weekends. The inspection garages and fueling stations are
adjacent to Fan Walk and race guests are encouraged to watch and ask
questions of the NASCAR, IRL and ARCA inspectors as they look over the cars.
Race fans may also hang out in Autograph Alley to try to get their favorite
driver's autograph or watch fan forum press conferences and pole award
presentations from the main stage. Fans may also take photographs in
Gatorade Victory Lane*. Sprint FanWalk tickets are $15 for each day. You
must have a grandstand admission ticket, in addition to a FanWalk ticket to
gain access to FanWalk.
* Please note that
Gatorade Victory Lane may close due to scheduling conflicts.
How do I purchase Sprint
FanWalk tickets?
Race fans may purchase Sprint FanWalk tickets by calling
the Speedway's ticket office toll free at 866.460.RACE, stopping by the
office in person at 400 Speedway Blvd., Kansas City, Kan., or online. Guests
may also purchase Sprint FanWalk tickets on race day at the Sprint FanWalk
ticket booth adjacent to Hospitality Village on the bluff near Turn One of
the speedway. Infield guests may purchase Sprint FanWalk ticket at the
Sprint FanWalk gates. A limited number of Sprint FanWalk tickets will be
sold each day so race-day purchases are not guaranteed and only available on
a first-come, first-served basis. You must have a grandstand admission
ticket or RV admission to purchase tickets to Sprint FanWalk.
How do I buy a garage
pass?
Kansas Speedway does not sell garage passes. Sanctioning
bodies such as NASCAR and the IRL control garage access and therefore,
Kansas Speedway does not sell garage passes to the general public.
Hospitality Village and Suites>
How do I purchase a pass
for the Hospitality Village?
Hospitality Village is an entertainment area for Kansas
Speedway's corporate guests. Guests of Hospitality Village are invited by
companies entertaining at Kansas Speedway so tickets are not available for
purchase by the general public. Please call a speedway Marketing and Sales
representative to discuss corporate entertainment options at 913.328.3300.
How do I watch the race
from a suite?
Kansas Speedway sells its 68 suites to local, national
and international companies. Only invited guests of suite holders may watch
the races from the suites. Please call a speedway Marketing and Sales
representative to discuss corporate entertainment options at 913.328.3300.
How do I get a pit tour?
Pit Tours are limited to guests of Hospitality Village,
the suites and Victory Club.
Traffic, Parking and Directions
What's the best way into
the race track on race day?
Kansas Speedway has several routes to choose from on race
day:
- From Interstate 70 -
Take exit I-70 at 110th Street (exit No. 410). You'll be routed to
Speedway Boulevard, where parking attendants will direct you to
Talladega Drive.
- East of I-435 - Take
State Avenue west to the speedway.
- From I-435 - Take
Interstate 70 west to 110th Street (exit No. 410).
Follow
directions from Kansas law enforcement officers and speedway parking
attendants. Stay in your lane, and be alert and aware of cars around you. We
recommend race fans leave for the race track early and pay attention to
traffic signs, law enforcement officials and parking attendants.
The Kansas
Highway Patrol and local authorities might route traffic around the speedway
on race day. We suggest staying in your lane and following the guidelines
and advice of the authorities. They are doing what they can to make sure
traffic moves quickly and safely.
How much does it cost to
park at Kansas Speedway?
Parking at Kansas Speedway is always free.
Does Kansas Speedway have
preferred parking?
Preferred Parking Lots (Lots 1-6) are for guests who have
purchased two or more Club seats or four or more Sky Tower or Tower seats.
Preferred Parking lot guests may access the speedway from Phoenix Drive off
State Avenue, or from California Drive off Speedway Boulevard. If you miss
your road, that's OK. You may enter at the other entrances with the rest of
the speedway guests, and you'll be routed to a Preferred Lot. Please make
sure your Preferred Parking pass is affixed to your windshield and clearly
visible to parking attendants. This will help ensure that you are directed
to your designated lot correctly.
Does Kansas Speedway have
parking for disabled guests?
Yes. Disabled guests may park in our ADA lots. Disabled
guests may access the speedway from Phoenix Drive off State Avenue, or from
California Drive off Speedway Boulevard. If you miss your road, that's OK.
You may enter at the other entrances with the rest of the speedway guests,
and you'll be routed to an ADA parking lot. Please make sure your disabled
vehicle pass is affixed to your windshield and clearly visible to parking
attendants. This will help ensure that you are directed to your designated
lot correctly.
Where can I park my
motorcycle?
Guests who arrive on motorcycles may park on Watkins Glen
Drive, off State Avenue.
How early should I get to
the race track on race day?
It's always a good idea to come to Kansas Speedway early
on race day. The busiest hours at Kansas Speedway are 8 a.m. to noon on race
days. Parking lots open at 6 a.m., so we suggest you come out and spend some
time with us early. Grandstand gates open at 8 a.m.
Is it OK to tailgate at
Kansas Speedway?
Yes. We encourage our guests to get to the race track
early. Parking lots open at 6 a.m., and grandstand gates open at 8 a.m. So
tailgating is a good way to pass the time before the grandstand gates open.
Gate Policies
Can I bring coolers into
the grandstands?
Yes. Kansas Speedway encourages our guests to tailgate in
the parking lots, but coolers not more than 6x6x12 inches (soft-sided) may
also be brought into the grandstands. Items that may not be brought into our
gates include bags larger than 6x6x12 inches (soft-sided), glass containers,
umbrellas, folding chairs, strollers, bicycles, wagons, scooters and roller
blades.
How many bags may I bring?
Kansas Speedway allows one (1) bag no larger than 6x6x12
inches (soft-sided) per person.
Can I bring my scanner to
Kansas Speedway?
Yes. We encourage race fans to bring or rent scanners as
another way to enjoy the race. If you bring a scanner in a bag, please make
sure the bag is 6x6x12 inches or smaller (soft-sided). If your scanner bag
is too big, clip the scanner onto your belt or carry it in without a bag.
Guests are allowed to bring one (1) bag no larger than 6x6x12 inches
(soft-sided).
What about cameras?
Binoculars? Purses?
Cameras, camera bags and purses are allowed, as long as
they are no larger than 6x6x12 inches (soft-sided). Remember only one bag
per person is allowed.
How do I know if a bag is
6x6x12 inches?
Kansas Speedway has installed bag checkpoints at every
gate, similar to what you see at airports. If your bag is larger than the
6x6x12-inch dimensions and not soft-sided, you'll be asked to take it back
to your car. Sorry, but bags may not be left at our gates.
Can I bring food and
drinks to Kansas Speedway?
Yes. Outside food and beverages are permitted through
Kansas Speedway gates in your 6x6x12-inch soft-sided cooler. No glass
containers are allowed though.
Camping
Do you have camping at
Kansas Speedway?
Kansas Speedway guests may camp in three areas around the
property - Blue Ox Reserved Infield, the Blue Ox Motor Home Terrace and in
the Blue Ox Reserved Campground. Please call the ticket office to check on
site availability and guidelines. The ticket office can be reached toll free
at 866.460.RACE.
Can I camp in Kansas
Speedway's parking lots?
Kansas Speedway does not allow overnight camping in our
parking lots. If you would like to stay the night at Kansas Speedway, you
may do so in three areas - Blue Ox Reserved Infield, the Blue Ox Motor Home
Terrace and in the Blue Ox Reserved Campground.
May I bring my tent to
Kansas Speedway?
Kansas Speedway does not allow tent camping anywhere on
property. All RVs at Kansas Speedway must be self-contained with running
water and a holding tank for wastewater.
When do camping spaces go
on sale?
Camping spaces go quickly at Kansas Speedway. Camping
renewals will take place on a priority basis with guests from previous year.
If you are interested in camping at Kansas Speedway, please call the
speedway's ticket office toll free at 866.460.RACE to get on the waitlist
now.
How much does it cost to
camp at Kansas Speedway?
Camping in the Blue Ox Kansas Campground is $210 per
season. Camping in the infield is $800 and $950 for the season, depending on
your space. And camping along the speedway's beautiful Blue Ox Motor Home
Terrace is $2,000 for the season. The cost for add-on vehicles is $80.
Odds and Ends
Where can I find a place
to stay when attending an event at Kansas Speedway?
There are many great places to stay while visiting Kansas
City, Kan., and the surrounding areas. We don't endorse hotel chains, but we
can give you some places to look. Log on to www.kansascitylodging.org for a
comprehensive listing of places to stay in the Kansas City area.
Will Kansas Speedway ever
have lights and conduct a night race?
The infrastructure is in place to add lighting to the race
track.
Will there ever be two
NASCAR Sprint Cup races at Kansas Speedway?
Sanctioning bodies such as NASCAR, IRL and ARCA determine
the scheduling for races at tracks. While we would certainly like to hold
two NASCAR Sprint Cup Series dates at Kansas Speedway, other tracks are also
looking to add second dates. A second Sprint Cup date at Kansas Speedway is
up to NASCAR.
Are other events held at
Kansas Speedway?
Kansas Speedway tries to hold as many events as possible
at the track. Besides events by NASCAR, IRL and ARCA, the track also hosts
several community events throughout the year, including walk-a-thons, 5- and
10-K runs and other events, driving schools, Good Guys Custom Car Shows,
etc.
Does Kansas Speedway
conduct driving schools?
Driving schools at Kansas Speedway are conducted by the
Richard Petty Driving Experience, the Racing Experience, Dale Jarret Racing
Adventure, the Mario Andretti and Jeff Gordon Racing School. For times and
class details, please contact each school directly:
- Richard Petty Driving
Experience at 1-800-BE-PETTY
- The Racing Experience
at 1-888-RACING-8
- Dale Jarrett Racing
Adventure at 1-888-GO-RACE-1
- Mario Andretti Racing
School at 1-877-Andretti
- Jeff Gordon Racing
School at 1-877-4-Jeff-24
I'd like to hold my event
at the track. Do you rent the speedway for events?
Kansas Speedway is on 1,200 acres and has several
buildings, garages and suites to hold private events so there are many
opportunities for entertaining at Kansas Speedway. Call the speedway at
913.328.3300 to discuss entertaining opportunities with a Kansas Speedway
event coordinator.
How can I ask Kansas
Speedway to make a donation to my organization?
Kansas Speedway tries to get involved in the community by
helping out some area organizations with raffle prizes and donations.
We do not make monetary donations to
charities. If you are interested in soliciting a donation from
the speedway, please visit the Donation section of our website for our
guidelines in requesting a donation from Kansas Speedway.
My club holds monthly
meetings. Do representatives from the track ever make presentations to local
clubs?
Kansas Speedway employees are always willing to make a
business presentation about the track to area clubs and are frequently asked
to be featured speakers at rotary, lions and local chambers of commerce
meetings. To make arrangements to have a guest speaker from Kansas Speedway
meet at your club, please send a letter via U.S. Mail to:
Kansas
Speedway Community Relations
400 Speedway Blvd.
Kansas City, KS 66111
Please include
a contact person, a little history about your club and some information
about your event in the request.
How can I apply for a job
at Kansas Speedway?
Kansas Speedway always accepts resumes and job
applications. Please send correspondence to Kansas Speedway at 400 Speedway
Blvd., Kansas City, Kan., 66111. You may also stop by our offices and fill
out an application.
Are there any volunteer
opportunities at the track?
Volunteers make it possible for us to conduct races at
Kansas Speedway. Please call 913.328.3300 to inquire about volunteer
opportunities.
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