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by Hawk on 5/1/24Las Vegas Motor Speedway - Las VegasOne of the few places to see this level of racing. The track and facilities were fantastic. Hope to do it again.
Motorsports/Racing
About Las Vegas Motor Speedway
For even faster times in Sin City, head a few miles northeast of the Strip, to the far corner of the Las Vegas Valley. There you'll find the 1,200-acre motorsports complex known as the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The speedway, which now features nine different racetracks, is a relatively new addition to the American motorsports scene, but it's become a destination for racing fans in short order. At various points on the calendar, it is home to NASCAR's top racing series, NASCAR's pickup truck racing series, and NHRA drag racing, among other events.
Las Vegas Motor Speedway History
The speedway's roots go back to 1972 when the Las Vegas Speedrome opened. A road course and drag strip, the Speedrome added a short track in 1985. Eleven years later, Ralph Engelstad of what was then the Imperial Palace and Casino joined up with William Bennett of the Sahara Hotel to build a $72 million superspeedway on the site of the Speedrome. IndyCar driver Richie Hearn christened the shiny new digs with a victory in the Las Vegas 500K. Two years later, NASCAR's cup series came to the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The inaugural race, the Las Vegas 400, was won by Mark Martin, with 120,000 people in attendance. As of 2020, Jimmie Johnson held the track record for Cup Series victories with four.
Visitors to Las Vegas Motor Speedway should be sure to check out the Neon Garage, an interactive fan zone known in racing circles as "NASCAR's Disneyland." It's located in the center of the speedway's infield and features concession stands, live music, the Winner's Circle, and up-close-and-personal access to drivers and their race teams. Lucky fans might come away with a souvenir lug nut. Beyond racing events, the speedway also offers a variety of driving "experiences" for car lovers who want to get behind the wheel themselves.
One of the few places to see this level of racing. The track and facilities were fantastic. Hope to do it again.
We really enjoyed this time, My grandson came with us and he had a friend meet us there. This was their first event. When they got to hear a funny car start up for the 1st time it blew their minds. He said he didn't expect to be so loud and the fumes was awesome. So this event will last for a life time. Thanks Las Vegas and NHRA for the best time of our lives!! YOU ROCK!!!
Excellent track,helpful golf cart drivers,great selection of racers,excited abut returning soon!
Parking is convenient, easy access into the track, well labeled sections and seating, great food options. Best thing is you can get out of there and to the freeway in minutes!
Four lane drag racing was great. Took my daughter had a great day couldn't afford to eat or drink due to insane high prices it shouldn't cost $18 for a beer at least water was only about 5 bucks
The drag strip is Great, nicely laid out. There was plenty of security there to feel comfortable. The restrooms are easy accessible. And we can walk around to the pits which are out in the open and watch the racers before they actually go to the strip to race. The staff is friendly. Place is clean as a whistle. All the events are organized amazing to participate in and to watch!! The grandstands are set perfectly so you can see the beginning of this race and the finish line. I've been on the NASCAR track the circle track that is easily accessible also very clean the grandstands are nicely laid out so you can see everything..
Being disabled, having carts to and from the grandstand was a lifesaver for me. Good move!!!
1st time to LV from Australia. My partner loves Top Fuel & this was my first time ever. Blew my socks off! Just wow! Good food, people were great and action was plentiful. Venue is well planned out with sufficient amenities for men and women.
The 4 wide racing at the Strip was phenomenal. The best drag racing I have seen at any track I have visited. My only complaint is that the food and drink prices are insane. I expect to pay a little more at an event but these prices were crazy high though
The Strip in Vegas is a favorite. Always clean and the staff is always friendly and helpful. We enjoy our visit and look forward to the next.