AT THE SPEEDWAY

To make the most of your race weekend, here are some helpful tips to keep things running smoothly and let you stay focused on the excitement.

Food and Drink

At Atlanta Motor Speedway, you're welcome to bring your own food and drinks into the grandstands –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ a great way to enjoy your favorite snacks and save money throughout race weekend. Just be aware of a few important guidelines:

Own Food Policy

• Guests may bring their own food and drinks (no glass containers) into the grandstands.
• Each person may bring up to two bags, with a maximum size of 18" x 18" x 14" per bag.
• One soft-sided cooler per guest is allowed, not exceeding 14" x 14" x 14
• Cooling tip: Freeze plastic water bottles before arriving to help keep items cold throughout the day

Security checks will be in place at all gates, so be prepared for standard screening procedures.

If you’d rather enjoy what’s available on-site, Atlanta Motor Speedway offers a wide variety of food and beverage options across the entire venue,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ including permanent stands and satellite locations in each grandstand section:

Champions Grandstand
This area offers the most diverse menu, including BBQ, turkey legs, chicken tenders, Chicago dogs, Philly cheese steak, pizza, gyros, loaded nachos, kids meals, smoothies, pretzels, and desserts like deep-fried Oreos and funnel cakes.

Earnhardt Grandstand
Features Speedway staples such as burgers, footlong corn dogs, sausage, pizza, mac & cheese burgers, and roasted nuts.

Petty Grandstand
Here you’ll find pulled pork sandwiches, Philly cheese steak, roasted peanuts, pretzels, and pizza.

Winners Grandstand
Expect fan favorites like burgers, loaded nachos, turkey legs, candy, pizza, and craft beer.

Infield Concessions
Smokin’ at the Track and Silver Shack offer race-day must-haves like brisket sandwiches, loaded nachos, and gravy biscuits.

Fan Zone
Additional satellite food stands and food trucks serve bacon cheeseburgers, hot dogs, smoothies, pulled pork sandwiches, and shaved ice.

Communications

Before heading to the track, it’s smart to save all your important info on your phone –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ like your tickets, maps, and details about your favorite drivers or schedule highlights. Cell service can get spotty at the track, especially on race day when the crowd is huge, and you might not have a reliable data connection.

If you’re planning to meet up with friends, it’s a good idea to agree on a specific time and place ahead of time,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ kind of like the old days before everyone had smartphones.

Noise

Motorsports are loud by nature. While the noise in the stands is usually manageable, it can get a lot louder the closer you are to the track. Bringing a pair of earplugs is a smart move,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and if you're bringing kids, proper ear protection is a must to keep them safe and comfortable throughout the event.

Weather

Late June in Atlanta can bring serious heat and strong sunshine, especially during the middle of the day. If you’ll be spending time outdoors –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and you probably will –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ be sure to apply sunscreen regularly and consider wearing a hat and sunglasses for extra protection.

Weather can vary from year to year, so it’s a good idea to check a reliable forecast as race weekend gets closer. One app we recommend for real-time weather updates is Windy, which offers detailed and accurate information to help you plan ahead.