COOK OUT 400
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CAMPGROUNDS REGULATIONS:
If you plan to park overnight on Richmond Raceway property, you must obey the following regulations:
• Quiet hours begin at 1:00 a.m. and last until 7:00 am. During this time, loud music, large gatherings, and unruly behavior is not allowed. All internal/external sound systems must face inward towards camping sites, and not exceed a volume that is imposing on neighboring campsites. Additionally, guests are urged to return to their sites, and generators must be turned off. Any vehicle causing a disturbance to neighboring sites may be relocated or removed from the property.
• Please be considerate of your neighbors and behave responsibly.
• Do not park in other sites or block access to other sites, roadways, fire lanes, or dump stations. All vehicles MUST fit within the camping site.
• Tent camping is not permitted in any of the RV parking lots.
• Tailgating/canopy tents must be staked/secured at all times. Failure to stake/secure properly will result in the removal of the tent. Tents over 200 square feet and canopies over 400 square feet need advanced approval by Richmond Raceway and must be inspected by the Henrico County Fire Department prior to utilization.
• Weapons of any type are strictly prohibited and will be confiscated. Those items include, but are not limited to firearms, fireworks (including flying lanterns), sporting knives, spotlights, laser pointers or any other items restricted by local, state or federal law deemed dangerous by Richmond Raceway are prohibited. Possession may result in your removal from Richmond property.
• Please put all trash in plastic bags, tie them, and place them in the trash cans provided throughout the parking lot.
• All pets must be kept on a leash. You must clean up after your pets.
• NON-LICENSED MOTORIZED VEHICLES ARE NOT PERMITTED. THIS INCLUDES GOLF CARTS, SCOOTERS, ATVS, UTVS, HOVERBOARDS/SKATEBOARDS, RIDING COOLERS, SEGWAYS, E-BIKES (ELECTRIC BICYCLES), RIDING BAR STOOLS, DUNE BUGGIES, AND RAZORS. A vehicle that is street-legal or licensed to operate on the roadway does not mean it is allowed on raceway property. Richmond Raceway will review vehicles on a case-by-case basis and reserves the right to deem them unauthorized. Guests with special needs may receive assistance from Guest Services.
• Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) also known as drones are strictly prohibited on Richmond Raceway Property. Anyone using a UAV or property is subject to removal and the confiscation of the UAV until the completion of the event.
• Proper ventilation is required in all vehicles. All exhausts MUST be directed up and away from each vehicle. Use caution when operating generators, charcoal or gas stoves, heaters, and lights.
• No corporate-branded vehicles or wrapped RVs will be allowed in the parking lot.
• A personal, portable restroom may be rented in Lot F and Laburnum SOUTH, provided it is placed on the edge of your site towards the road and locked when not in use. NOTE: Due to size and hygienic constraints, personal portable restrooms are not permitted in Main and Laburnum NORTH RV parking lots. A bathhouse is located just outside the Main Reserved RV Parking Lot as you enter the midway from Lot B.
• Enclosed shipping trailers are prohibited in any RV parking lots. This includes but is not limited to, box trucks, flatbeds, soft-sided trailers, etc.
• Dumping of waste or wastewater on the ground will result in immediate ejection from speedway property and offenders are subject to arrest and/or monetary fine.
• For the convenience of all guests, cheater plug adapters (devices that attempt to draw power from multiple sources) are not permitted on the campground. Standard adapters, such as 50-to-30-amp adapters, are allowed. Please ensure your RV or equipment is compatible with the power source provided at your designated site. Use of unauthorized adapters may result in removal of equipment or loss of camping privileges.
VIOLATION OF THESE REGULATIONS, MAJOR DISTURBANCES, OR UNAUTHORIZED VEHICLES IN THE PARKING AREA CAN RESULT IN THE LOSS OF SITE AND PARKING PRIVILEGES.
FLAGPOLE POLICY:
For your own safety and that of other fans around you, metal flagpoles are not to be erected on Raceway property.
• Only non-metallic flagpoles are permitted, fiberglass, PVC, and vinyl.
• Not Permitted: steel, aluminum, other metal.
• The top of a flagpole may not exceed a maximum height of 15 ft. from the ground surface.
• Flagpoles or other similar objects are NOT permitted within 20 ft. of an overhead electrical line.
• No obscene or indecent language and imagery, including confederate flags are permitted.
RICHMOND RACEWAY AND THE HENRICO FIRE DEPARTMENT RESERVE THE AUTHORITY TO SUSPEND THE USE OF FLAG POLES DUE TO UNSAFE WEATHER OR FOR ANY OTHER SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS THAT MAY ARISE.
OUTDOOR FIREPLACE REGULATIONS:
• Open fires are not permitted at any time in the Main and Laburnum Reserved RV Parking lots. This includes, but is not limited to: campfires, portable outdoor fireplaces, sky lanterns, bonfires, and fireworks. Propane and charcoal grills are allowed for cooking purposes only and must be contained within your site. Charcoal must be disposed of properly.
• Portable outdoor fireplaces are allowed in the Specialty Vehicle Reserved RV Parking in Lot F. Fires must be in approved outdoor fireplaces constructed of steel, clay, concrete, or other non-combustible materials. Fires may not be built directly on the ground. Outdoor fireplaces may not exceed a diameter of 36” and are limited to a height of 24”. Fires must be more than 15 feet from vehicles, campers, or other combustibles. Please see further guidelines below.
• Firewood shall not be cut or removed from Richmond Raceway property.
• Sufficient water must be supplied to extinguish fires as needed.
• Burning trash or other rubbish is prohibited. Flammable liquids shall not be used to start or contribute to a fire.
• Hot coals/embers shall not be discarded on the ground or left unattended. Charcoal must be disposed of properly. Each site must be free of debris, including ash and firewood, upon departure from the lot.
• Any unattended fire will be extinguished, and the right to have a fire will be revoked for that camper. RV Parking lots will be inspected several times during the day and night for compliance with the rules and regulations.
RICHMOND RACEWAY AND THE HENRICO FIRE DEPARTMENT RESERVE THE AUTHORITY TO SUSPEND OUTDOOR FIRES DUE TO UNSAFE WEATHER OR FOR ANY OTHER SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS THAT MAY ARISE.
Richmond Raceway is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Please make sure you secure any personal belongings throughout your stay. Richmond Raceway strives to operate a safe facility. These regulations are designed to allow us all to meet this goal. Please see your CALL SECURITY for any concerns or disturbances, thank you for your cooperation. SECURITY: (804) 370-3022
- For United Rentals Onsite Service please contact (804) 920-8922
- Non-Potable Water (up to 50 gallons)*** - $55.00 per service
- Pump Out Service*** - $55.00 per service
- Personal Port-a-John*** - $95.00 per rental / Cleaning - $25 per service
- Showers:
- There is one shower location.
- Next to the Main Campground and handicapped parking lot as you enter the midway
- There is one shower location.
- Suburban Propane, an Official Partner of Richmond Raceway and NASCAR, will provide convenient on-site propane-filling services, ensuring campers stay fueled throughout race weekends.
HOURS & SERVICE
*** 8AM – 6PM Wednesday–Sunday, Cash Only
Water and pump trucks will be roaming the campgrounds. Just wave down a driver for service.
If you have any problems or need assistance outside of operating hours, give us a call and leave a message with your name, phone number, campground, row and spot number. We’ll get back to you. Private units will be available for rent on site.
Richmond Raceway is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Please make sure you secure any personal belongings throughout your stay. Richmond Raceway strives to operate a safe facility. These regulations are designed to allow us all to meet this goal.
Please see your CALL SECURITY for any concerns or disturbances, thank you for your cooperation.
SECURITY: (804) 370-3022
Passes to the Virginia is for Lovers Infield FanGrounds are available for all fans who have a race ticket to purchase.
You can choose from single-day or weekend passes. Fans with tickets to just Saturday or Sunday are able to purchase single-day passes for the day in which their race ticket is valid. Fans who have tickets to the entire weekend can purchase Virginia is for Lovers Infield FanGrounds passes to Saturday and/or Sunday.
To purchase, fans can call 866-455-RACE (7223) or visit the "Get Your Passes" tab on the Virginia is for Lovers Infield FanGrounds page on our website.
Check out the Race Weekend Schedule for Virginia is for Lovers Infield FanGrounds opening and closing times each day. The schedule will be posted a few weeks before race weekend.
Fans with a Virginia is for Lovers Infield FanGrounds pass must access the infield via the Fan Pedestrian Tunnel. The tunnel is conveniently located within Grandstand Gate 40 in Turn 1.
Yes, fans may leave the Virginia is for Lovers Infield FanGrounds and return whenever they would like. The Virginia is for Lovers Infield FanGrounds stays open 1 hour post-race.
Yes! Fans are allowed to stay in the Virginia is for Lovers Infield FanGrounds during the race. All Virginia is for Lovers Infield FanGrounds pass holders must have a race ticket for that day's event.
If fans wish to go back and forth between the grandstands and the Virginia is for Lovers Infield FanGrounds, they are permitted to do so as long as they have a Virginia is for Lovers Infield FanGrounds pass and race ticket.
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Yes, a maximum of two bags per person is allowed through the admission gates. Backpacks, diaper bags, clutch bags, and fanny packs are permitted as long as they do not exceed a maximum size of 18"x18"x14". Soft-sided coolers are permitted as long as they do not exceed a maximum size of 14"x14"x14. A combination of any of these mentioned items will be allowed, with the exception of the soft-sided coolers, which will be limited to one cooler per guest.
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Your NASCAR Story
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Check in at our First Time Fan booth located under the NASCAR Experience Arch in the Fan Zone. Grab your welcome certificate and get insider tips on how to best enjoy your first time experience.
You are joining generations of fans who have experienced the thrills, traditions, and unforgettable moments that make Richmond Raceway one of NASCAR’s most iconic venues.
Stop by the First Time Fan Booth for:
- First Time Fans Certificate
- Top 10 things to know, see, and experience on race day
- Personal guidance from guest services for your perfect day
- Photo opportunity with the Welcome to Richmond Raceway icon
Welcome to the NASCAR family. We are happy that Richmond Raceway is where your NASCAR story begins!
Smart Map
Navigate Richmond Raceway like a pro. The Smart Map gives you a real-time, 360-degree look at the entire facility so you can find your seats, locate parking, restrooms, and concessions, and plan your route before race day.
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- DOWNLOAD, ACCESS, AND MANAGE TICKETS right from the NASCAR Tracks App!
- Recommended to do in advance to ensure smooth access on race weekend.
- BAD SERVICE? No problem with the new offline app mode!
- GET CLOSER TO THE ACTION with the FREE *SCANNER & *DRIVE In-Car and turn cameras.
- FOLLOW THE RACE with Live Leaderboard & timeline notes.
- FIND YOUR WAY with our state-of-the-art interactive map.
- VIEW THE MOST UP-TO-DATE WEEKEND SCHEDULE and guest service information.
- NASCAR FAN REWARDS Check in and much more in the Fan Rewards dashboard!
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