Commonly referred to as “America’s Home for Racing,” Charlotte Motor Speedway is one of the most popular racetracks in the United States. If you’re planning a trip to the track soon, here’s everything you may want to know.
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Updated Charlotte Motor Speedway schedule
Here is the upcoming NASCAR Cup Series schedule for the 2023 Charlotte Motor Speedway race season.
- Coca-Cola 600: Ryan Blaney won on May 29
- Bank of America Roval 400: Sunday, Oct. 8 at 2 PM ET
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What races happen at Charlotte Motor Speedway?
There are three big race events fans look forward to each year at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
- Betway NHRA Carolina Nationals: Friday, Sept. 22-24
- Bank of America Roval 400: Sunday, Oct. 8
- World of Outlaws World Finals: Wednesday, Nov. 1
How to purchase Charlotte Motor Speedway tickets
Tickets for Charlotte Motor Speedway can be purchased directly from the track’s official website.
Where is Charlotte Motor Speedway located?
Where is the Charlotte Motor Speedway? Attendees will find the Charlotte Motor Speedway road course at 5555 Concord Pkwy S, Concord, North Carolina.
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How to find Charlotte Motor Speedway parking
Where to park at Charlotte Motor Speedway? There are a couple of options provided at the track, with the zMAX Dragway Handicap Parking and The Dirt Track Handicap Parking maps provided here.
- How much is parking at Charlotte Motor Speedway? – $20 general parking is available for Charlotte Motor Speedway NASCAR events
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Are there hotels near Charlotte Motor Speedway?
There are several hotels located near Charlotte Motor Speedway, with many within five minutes. These include Embassy Suites, Hilton, and more. For more lodging information at CMS, visit the official site here.
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When did Charlotte Motor Speedway open?
Charlotte Motor Speedway first opened its gates in 1960, and construction costs reached a whopping $1.25 million. It has also been called the Lowe’s Motor Speedway, from 1999-2009, before reverting back to its current moniker.
How long is Charlotte Motor Speedway?
How long is the Charlotte Motor Speedway track? CMS is a 1.5-mile-long race track or 7,920 feet.
When is the car show at Charlotte Motor Speedway?
While it may not be related to the race events, thousands of spectators show up at Charlotte Motor Speedway each year to attend the Charlotte AutoFair, a car show held each year in April and September. Stay tuned to the Charlotte-Autofair website for more information.
Who owns Charlotte Motor Speedway?
Charlotte Motor Speedway is owned by Speedway Motorsports. Greg Walter is the track president at Speedway.
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How many people does Charlotte Motor Speedway hold?
How many seats Charlotte Motor Speedway? There are a total of 95,000 seats available at CMS. What are the best seats at Charlotte Motor Speedway? It depends on who you ask, but many say sitting roughly 20 rows up from the bottom gives spectators a great vantage point around the entire track.