THROWBACK WEEKEND SCHEDULE

Tuesday, May 7
Wednesday, May 8
Thursday, May 9
Friday, May 10
Saturday, May 11
Sunday, May 12
9 am
Campgrounds Open
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Stock Car Museum & Gift Shop Hours
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Stock Car Museum & Gift Shop Hours
12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
American Red Cross Blood Drive | Stock Car Museum & Gift Shop
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Cornhole Tournament | Petty Parking
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Track Laps for Charity
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Stock Car Museum & Gift Shop Hours
12:00 pm
Parking Lots Open
1:00 pm
Box Office & Fan Zone Open
1:30 pm - 1:45 pm
Layne Riggs Q&A at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
1:45 pm - 2:00 pm
Ben Rhodes Q&A at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
2:30 pm
Gates (8, 10 & Frontstretch) Open
3:00 pm - 3:15 pm
Josh Williams Q&A at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
3:05 pm - 3:20 pm
NCTS Practice
3:15 pm - 3:30 pm
AJ Allmendinger Q&A at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
NASCAR Foundation Speediatrics Fun Day Festival at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
3:35 pm - 4:30 pm
NCTS Qualifying
5:00 pm
All Suites and Hospitality Open
5:05 pm - 5:25 pm
NXS Practice
5:35 pm - 6:30 pm
NXS Qualifying
5:45 pm - 7:00 pm
Geoff Bodine NASCAR Alumni Autograph Session at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
6:15 pm - 6:30 pm
Ron Hornaday, Jr. & Mike Skinner NASCAR Alumni Q&A at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
7:00 pm
NCTS Driver Introductions
7:30 pm
Buckle Up South Carolina 200
9:00 am
Parking Lots & Box Office Open
10:00 am
Gates & Fan Zone Open
10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Stock Car Museum & Gift Shop Hours
10:00 am - 10:30 am
Geoff Bodine Appearance & Book Signing | Darlington Raceway Museum
10:00 am - 11:00 am
NASCAR Alumni Autograph Session #1 Wristband Distribution at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
10:35 am - 11:20 am
NCS Practice
11:00 am
All Suites & Hospitality Open
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
NASCAR Alumni Autograph Session #2 Wristband Distribution at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
11:00 am - 11:45 am
Geoff Bodine NASCAR Alumni Autograph Session #1 at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
11:20 am - 12:30 pm
NCS Qualifying
11:30 am - 11:50 am
Rick Mast NASCAR Alumni Q&A at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
12:00 pm - 12:20 pm
Geoff Bodine & Donnie Allison NASCAR Alumni Q&A at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
12:00 pm - 12:45 pm
Rick Mast NASCAR Alumni Autograph Session #2 at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
12:00 pm - 12:15 pm
Jeb Burton Q&A | Champion’s Club
12:30 pm - 1:00 pm
Donnie Allison Appearance & Book Signing | Darlington Raceway Museum
12:35 pm - 12:50 pm
Historic Cars Track Laps
1:10 pm
NXS Driver Introductions
1:30 pm
Crown Royal Purple Bag Project 200
5:30 pm
Darlington Raceway Throwback Parade
8:00 pm
Rolling Campground Concert | Petty & Pearson Campgrounds
9:00 am
Parking Lots & Box Office Open
10:00 am
All Gates & Fan Zone Open
10:00 am - 11:30 am
NASCAR Alumni Autograph Session #3 Wristband Distribution at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
10:30 am - 10:45 am
Josh Harris Q&A at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
10:45 am - 11:00 am
Richard Petty & Kyle Petty Q&A at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
11:00 am - 11:15 am
John Hunter Nemechek Q&A at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Stock Car Museum & Gift Shop Hours
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
NASCAR Alumni Autograph Session #4 Wristband Distribution at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
11:15 am - 11:30 am
Todd Gilliland Q&A at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
11:30 am - 11:45 am
Josh Berry Q&A at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Geoff Bodine NASCAR Alumni Autograph Session #3 at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
Ross Chastain Q&A at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
12:00 pm
All Suites & Hospitality Open
12:00 pm - 12:15 pm
Ricky Stenhouse Jr. Q&A at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
12:30 pm - 2:45 pm
Pre-Race Experience Fan Track Access | Frontstretch
12:30 pm - 12:45 pm
Jeff Burton NASCAR Alumni Q&A at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
12:30 pm - 1:10 pm
Ron Hornaday, Jr. & Mike Skinner NASCAR Alumni Autograph Session #4 at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
12:45 pm - 1:00 pm
Geoff Bodine Q&A at Champion’s Club
12:45 pm - 1:15 pm
Terry Labonte NASCAR Alumni Q&A at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
12:45 pm - 1:00 pm
Kyle Busch Q&A at Pre-Race Experience | Pre-Race Stage on Start/Finish
1:00 pm - 1:15 pm
Joey Logano Q&A at Pre-Race Experience | Pre-Race Stage on Start/Finish
1:15 pm - 1:30 pm
NASCAR Regional Q&A at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
1:15 pm - 1:30 pm
Ryan Blaney Q&A at Pre-Race Experience | Pre-Race Stage on Start/Finish
1:30 pm - 1:45 pm
Kenny Wallace NASCAR Alumni Q&A at NASCAR Experience | Fan Zone
2:05 pm - 2:35 pm
Red Carpet Walk
2:25 pm
Driver Introductions
3:00 pm
Goodyear 400

CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT

Grab a partner and join us in the Petty Parking Lot at Gate 34 on Thursday, May 9 from 2 - 4 PM and show off your cornhole skills. Register below by completing the form.

CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT

DARLINGTON RACEWAY THROWBACK PARADE

Join us Saturday, May 11 following the Crown Royal Purple Bag Project 200 for the annual Throwback Parade. The parade will feature classic stock cars, NASCAR Hall of Famers, NASCAR Alumni, Darlington County Beauty Queens, The Goodyear Wingfoot Express and more!

DARLINGTON RACEWAY THROWBACK PARADE

RACE DAY READY

GENERAL INFORMATION

Please read through the following helpful information as you plan your trip to the track Too Tough to Tame.
 

ADA INFORMATION

Below you'll find our ADA Information for race weekend, including ADA Golf Carts to ensure your trip at Darlington Raceway is an easy one.

ADA Information

Darlington Raceway guest services will also offer free rides for our ADA Guests from the ADA parking lot (outside Gate 39B) to selected locations on property.

NOTE: Please be aware that NASCAR will hold all golf cart activity on property up to one (1) hour after the completion of the race events for that day. This is done to allow pedestrian traffic to exit and to allow the golf carts space to operate safely on property. Once security gives clearance for rides to begin, all ADA golf carts will begin post-race operations and continue until all fans that want or need a ride are serviced.

MORE INFORMATION



HELPFUL INFORMATION

Please view our tips to make your race day experience smooth and enjoyable at Darlington Raceway.

NASCAR Tracks App

NASCAR MOBILE APP

Download the NASCAR Tracks App to upgrade your race day experience!

LEARN MORE HERE

Methods of Payment

We will be accepting Apple Pay, Google Pay, American Express, MasterCard, Visa and Discover Card. No cash will be accepted.

Complimentary Wi-Fi

Complimentary Wi-Fi will be available at a number of locations around Darlington Raceway. Learn more how to access the Wi-Fi:

  • Select #Darlington_GuestWiFi from the available networks list in your Wi-Fi settings
  • After the log in screen appears, join the network using a NASCAR account, social media account or create a new account
  • Once complete, you're connected!
Inclement Weather

Please observe the Vision Boards for weather warning signs which will appear when inclement weather is approaching.

For more information on our Weather Protection Plan, please visit here.

EXPERIENCES

HAULER SHOWCASE & PARADE

IT’S BACK!

Don’t miss the return of the Hauler Showcase and Parade on Friday, September 1! The showcase will begin at 4 p.m. at Florence-Darlington Technical College. Enjoy food, music and more while taking a closer look at the NASCAR Haulers.

The haulers will make their way to Darlington Raceway at 6 p.m. Be sure to get a good spot to see the NASCAR Haulers parade through the city of Darlington.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What items are allowed?

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PERMITTED ITEMS

  • One backpack per person (maximum size of 18"x18"x14") or clutch bag/fanny pack (maximum size of 4.5"x6.5")
  • One soft-sided cooler per person (maximum size of 14"x14"x14")
  • Sunscreen, sunblock, hand sanitizer, and bug spray (aerosol, gel, or liquid forms)
  • Pre-packaged and sealed food and beverage items in a clear bag or soft-sided coolers, including alcoholic beverages (no glass containers)
  • Ice
  • Insulated cups - the maximum size of 64 oz.
  • Cameras, binoculars, scanners, and headsets that can be worn over the neck, belt, or carried in a clear bag
  • iPads, tablets, and laptops computers
  • Seat cushions without metal components
  • Cigarettes and lighters
  • Service animals
  • Nationality flags attached to a pencil-sized wooden stick. Flags may not obstruct any other fan's view of the event

These items are all permitted through gate entry.

What items are not allowed?

NON-LICENSED MOTORIZED VEHICLES ARE NOT PERMITTED. THIS INCLUDES: GOLF CARTS, SCOOTERS, ATV’S, UTV’S, 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 DARLINGTON RACEWAY PROPERTY. DARLINGTON WILL REVIEW VEHICLES ON A CASE-BY-CASE BASIS AND RESERVES THE RIGHT TO DEEM THEM UNAUTHORIZED. PLEASE LEAVE THEM AT HOME.

PROHIBITED ITEMS 

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  • Foam or hard-sized coolers regardless of size
  • Any firearm
  • Knives not longer than 3 inches in length when closed or longer than 6 inches in length when open
  • Utility tools (multi-purpose tool) with a knife blade longer than 3 inches
  • Displays of the confederate flag
  • Fireworks
  • Glass or ceramic containers of any kind
  • Dry ice
  • Umbrellas
  • Laser pointers
  • Noise makers and air horns
  • Aerosol cans (with the exception of sunscreen, sun block, hand sanitizer, and bug spray)
  • Selfie sticks
  • Tripods and monopods that are either solid or collapsible
  • Illegal substances of any kind
  • Seat cushions with metal components
  • Collapsible chairs
  • Wagons
  • Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), also known as drones
  • Frisbees, balloons, beach balls or any other projectile
  • Skateboards, hover boards, roller skates and bicycles
  • Obscene or indecent clothing
How do I access Pre-Race Experience?

PRE-RACE EXPERIENCE REDEMPTION INSTRUCTIONS
REDEEM YOUR PRE-RACE EXPERIENCE PASS FOR YOUR WRISTBAND BEFORE SUNDAY AND SKIP THE WAIT. Simply stop by the ticket office and have your pass scanned.

Can't stop by before Sunday? No worries! Stop by the ticket office on Sunday or any Pre-Race Experience entrance to redeem your wristband.

ENTRANCES WILL OPEN UP AT 12:30

  • Enter Pre-Race Experience at any of the locations below:
  • West Tunnel
  • The Walk of Champions
  • Entrance Portals at the bottom of the Wallace Grandstand
  • Infield Side of the tunnels

EXITING IS BASED ON YOUR SEAT LOCATIONS:

  • For Wallace and Tyler, please exit through the portals located at the base of the Wallace Grandstand
  • For Brasington, please exit through the Walk of Champions
  • For Pearson, please exit through the West Tunnel
Can I purchase Enhanced Refund Coverage?

The NASCAR’s Ticket Refund Coverage is available during the purchase process for customers when ordering their tickets.  This refund coverage is NASCAR’S promise to their fans to protect their purchase with an Enhanced Refund Protection Purchase!

What are the phone hours?

Monday - Sunday 9:00am to 7:00pm

What are your ticket office hours?

The Darlington Raceway Ticket Office hours of operation are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday. Ticket agents are available via phone during the day and after office hours and on weekends by calling 866-459-RACE (7223).

Where is Will Call located?

Will Call is located at the front stretch ticket office at gate 16 and backstretch ticket office at gate 3. You also must have a picture ID.

Where are the best seats?

The “best’ seat is a personal preference. Some fans prefer to sit higher so they can see more of the entire track, while some like to be closer to the action down low. We offer seats directly across from pit road on the frontstretch or sit closer to the turns in Brasington Tower or the newly renovated seats in Pearson Tower.

What payment methods does Darlington Raceway accept?

We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express credit cards. Payment by check, money order, traveler's checks and cash are only accepted prior to race week. NO CASH OR PERSONAL CHECKS WILL BE ACCEPTED ON RACE WEEK.

Where is the start/finish line?

The start finish line is in front of Tyler Tower, Section M and in the Wallace Grandstand at Section J.

How much is parking for the day?

We offer free daily event parking for passenger vehicles and motorcycles. We also offer an upgrade parking option for a fee in our Pole Position lot. Overnight parking (camping) is available in designated lots for RV’s and Tent Camping.

May I leave the infield to visit the display area or museum?

Yes, Darlington Raceway runs a "walk only" passout at the west tunnel.

How do I buy and sell tickets on SeatGeek?

SeatGeek is the Official Ticket Marketplace of NASCAR. That means that regardless of whether tickets are sold out or hard to come by, you'll always find great tickets on SeatGeek.

You can find tickets to upcoming events at Darlington Raceway by clicking here, or just search "NASCAR" on SeatGeek.com to find upcoming races near you. If you can't make a race and want to sell your tickets, navigate to SeatGeek.com, click on 'Sell' and follow the prompts to list them instantly.

What about tickets purchased through SeatGeek, Stubhub, Vivid or other secondary markets?

Tickets purchased through any channel other than the main track ticket office are not covered under the Weather Protection Program. Only regular grandstand tickets for a postponed NASCAR event purchased directly from the track are eligible for an exchange under this policy.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What items are allowed?

Dis 22 215850 Gate Policy Graphic

PERMITTED ITEMS

  • One backpack per person (maximum size of 18"x18"x14") or clutch bag/fanny pack (maximum size of 4.5"x6.5")
  • One soft-sided cooler per person (maximum size of 14"x14"x14")
  • Sunscreen, sunblock, hand sanitizer, and bug spray (aerosol, gel, or liquid forms)
  • Pre-packaged and sealed food and beverage items in a clear bag or soft-sided coolers, including alcoholic beverages (no glass containers)
  • Ice
  • Insulated cups - the maximum size of 64 oz.
  • Cameras, binoculars, scanners, and headsets that can be worn over the neck, belt, or carried in a clear bag
  • iPads, tablets, and laptops computers
  • Seat cushions without metal components
  • Cigarettes and lighters
  • Service animals
  • Nationality flags attached to a pencil-sized wooden stick. Flags may not obstruct any other fan's view of the event

These items are all permitted through gate entry.

What items are not allowed?

NON-LICENSED MOTORIZED VEHICLES ARE NOT PERMITTED. THIS INCLUDES: GOLF CARTS, SCOOTERS, ATV’S, UTV’S, 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 DARLINGTON RACEWAY PROPERTY. DARLINGTON WILL REVIEW VEHICLES ON A CASE-BY-CASE BASIS AND RESERVES THE RIGHT TO DEEM THEM UNAUTHORIZED. PLEASE LEAVE THEM AT HOME.

PROHIBITED ITEMS 

Dis 22 215850 Gate Policy Graphic

  • Foam or hard-sized coolers regardless of size
  • Any firearm
  • Knives not longer than 3 inches in length when closed or longer than 6 inches in length when open
  • Utility tools (multi-purpose tool) with a knife blade longer than 3 inches
  • Displays of the confederate flag
  • Fireworks
  • Glass or ceramic containers of any kind
  • Dry ice
  • Umbrellas
  • Laser pointers
  • Noise makers and air horns
  • Aerosol cans (with the exception of sunscreen, sun block, hand sanitizer, and bug spray)
  • Selfie sticks
  • Tripods and monopods that are either solid or collapsible
  • Illegal substances of any kind
  • Seat cushions with metal components
  • Collapsible chairs
  • Wagons
  • Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), also known as drones
  • Frisbees, balloons, beach balls or any other projectile
  • Skateboards, hover boards, roller skates and bicycles
  • Obscene or indecent clothing
How do I access Pre-Race Experience?

PRE-RACE EXPERIENCE REDEMPTION INSTRUCTIONS
REDEEM YOUR PRE-RACE EXPERIENCE PASS FOR YOUR WRISTBAND BEFORE SUNDAY AND SKIP THE WAIT. Simply stop by the ticket office and have your pass scanned.

Can't stop by before Sunday? No worries! Stop by the ticket office on Sunday or any Pre-Race Experience entrance to redeem your wristband.

ENTRANCES WILL OPEN UP AT 12:30

  • Enter Pre-Race Experience at any of the locations below:
  • West Tunnel
  • The Walk of Champions
  • Entrance Portals at the bottom of the Wallace Grandstand
  • Infield Side of the tunnels

EXITING IS BASED ON YOUR SEAT LOCATIONS:

  • For Wallace and Tyler, please exit through the portals located at the base of the Wallace Grandstand
  • For Brasington, please exit through the Walk of Champions
  • For Pearson, please exit through the West Tunnel
Can I purchase Enhanced Refund Coverage?

The NASCAR’s Ticket Refund Coverage is available during the purchase process for customers when ordering their tickets.  This refund coverage is NASCAR’S promise to their fans to protect their purchase with an Enhanced Refund Protection Purchase!

What are the phone hours?

Monday - Sunday 9:00am to 7:00pm

What are your ticket office hours?

The Darlington Raceway Ticket Office hours of operation are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday. Ticket agents are available via phone during the day and after office hours and on weekends by calling 866-459-RACE (7223).

Where is Will Call located?

Will Call is located at the front stretch ticket office at gate 16 and backstretch ticket office at gate 3. You also must have a picture ID.

Where are the best seats?

The “best’ seat is a personal preference. Some fans prefer to sit higher so they can see more of the entire track, while some like to be closer to the action down low. We offer seats directly across from pit road on the frontstretch or sit closer to the turns in Brasington Tower or the newly renovated seats in Pearson Tower.

What payment methods does Darlington Raceway accept?

We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express credit cards. Payment by check, money order, traveler's checks and cash are only accepted prior to race week. NO CASH OR PERSONAL CHECKS WILL BE ACCEPTED ON RACE WEEK.

Where is the start/finish line?

The start finish line is in front of Tyler Tower, Section M and in the Wallace Grandstand at Section J.

How much is parking for the day?

We offer free daily event parking for passenger vehicles and motorcycles. We also offer an upgrade parking option for a fee in our Pole Position lot. Overnight parking (camping) is available in designated lots for RV’s and Tent Camping.

May I leave the infield to visit the display area or museum?

Yes, Darlington Raceway runs a "walk only" passout at the west tunnel.

How do I buy and sell tickets on SeatGeek?

SeatGeek is the Official Ticket Marketplace of NASCAR. That means that regardless of whether tickets are sold out or hard to come by, you'll always find great tickets on SeatGeek.

You can find tickets to upcoming events at Darlington Raceway by clicking here, or just search "NASCAR" on SeatGeek.com to find upcoming races near you. If you can't make a race and want to sell your tickets, navigate to SeatGeek.com, click on 'Sell' and follow the prompts to list them instantly.

What about tickets purchased through SeatGeek, Stubhub, Vivid or other secondary markets?

Tickets purchased through any channel other than the main track ticket office are not covered under the Weather Protection Program. Only regular grandstand tickets for a postponed NASCAR event purchased directly from the track are eligible for an exchange under this policy.

EXPERIENCE IT ALL IN THE FAN ZONE

Open FRIDAY, SATURDAY, and SUNDAY, the Fan Zone will be jumping as we welcome fans back to the track Too Tough To Tame!

  • NASCAR Experience will feature driver Q&As all weekend
  • NASCAR Kids Zone with fun for kids of all ages
  • Merchandise Haulers to pick up your favorite driver gear
  • Vintage Stock Car displays
  • Interactive Partner displays
  • Food & Beverage, including Kona Ice