Richmond International Raceway is one of the oldest tracks used by NASCAR and is loved by the drivers and the fans alike. It first opened in 1946 under the name of Atlantic Rural Exposition Fairgrounds (1946 – 1955) and has operated under three other names until 1988 when the track became known by its present name of Richmond International Raceway.
The first NASCAR race to be hosted here was in 1953. The facility is one of a few that hosts all of its events under lights providing exciting night racing action and gives a total commitment to the racing fans. It hosts two NASCAR weekends featuring the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and the NASCAR Nationwide Series and has hosted the "One Last Race to Make The Chase", the last race before the "Chase for the Sprint Cup" at the end of the season since its conception in 2004.
The track is so popular that it sold out of tickets for the NASCAR Sprint Cup races on thirty three consecutive occasions until in 2008 the sell-out ended through an economic downturn and the impact of the tropical storm, Hanna. The track is the longest of the short tracks on the circuit at 0.75 mile and has an asphalt surface. The D shaped oval has 14 degree banking on the turns with 8 degrees on the front stretch and 2 degrees on the back stretch and is almost certainly every driver’s favourite track with a unique layout traditionally featuring side-by-side driving at speed high enough for a superspeedway feel. Richmond International Raceway can be found at 600 E. Laburnum Ave. Richmond, VA 23222.
Tickets
Ticket office: 866-455-7223 or Online: Buy tickets. Pit passes: Available through fan hospitality options; a limited number are available with purchase of a race ticket on Friday. Call the track ticket office at 866-455-7223 or visit the track web site. Fan hospitality: Different options available call the track ticket office or visit the track web site for further information. Special travel packages: Visit www.rir.com or call the track ticket office for further information.
Carry-in items
Coolers: Allowed (one soft-sided cooler -- limit of 14"x14"x14"; one clear, plastic bag -- 18"x18"x4" limit; plastic bags may not contain ice) or a standard backpack. Glass containers: Not allowed. Alcoholic beverages: Allowed. Cameras/recording devices: Allowed, must be worn separately.
Souvenirs and displays
Merchandise: Driver and NASCAR merchandise haulers on-site. Gift shop: Located at the track's ticket office.
Autographs
Check local newspapers and TV; drivers rarely available on race day.
Pit area guidelines
Pit passes available, call the track ticket office for further information. Camping
Reserved: Available, with waiting list; call 866-455-7223 for details.
Associated driving schools
Richard Petty Driving Experience, 800-BE-PETTY, web site
Getting there: Richmond International Raceway is located northeast of the city of Richmond, Va., in Henrico County, convenient to East/West I-64, North/South I-95 and East/West I-295.
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