PREVIEW - The Brickyard
& IRP (near bottom under Cup info)
ADDRESS: 4790 W. 16th St. Indianapolis, IN 46222
Brickyard 400 Race Day Shuttle Service 2008
Shuttles only run on race day. One-way ticket is $10, round trip ticket is $15.
Shuttles begun running at 6 a.m. and continue up until 15 minutes before race time. They resume after the race ends and run for 3 hours after the race has ended.
Shuttles will be running from these locations:
RCA Dome - (downtown, corner of Capital and Maryland)
Downtown, corner of Illinois Street & Market Street
Indianapolis Zoo Parking Lot - West Washington Street
Indianpolis International Airport - (arrival parking lot on Pearson Dr or the Lower Main Terminal MORE
Traffic and Road Construction brought to you from the Indy Star.
DIRECTIONS 2008
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is located on the west side of Indianapolis, just minutes from Indianapolis International Airport.
2008: Traveling to IMS
From I-465: Take Exit 16A, Crawfordsville Rd.
Head east approximately 1.5 miles; the Speedway is located on the north east corner of Crawfordsville and Georgetown Roads.
FROM 2007 AND A LITTLE MORE COMPLETE
From the North
* Take 1-465 South
* Exit East on to 38th Street
* Turn South (right) on to Moller Road
* Turn East (left) on to 30th Street
* Turn South (right) on to Georgetown Road
* IMS will be on your left
From the South
* Take I-465 North
* Exit east onto Crawfordsville Road (exit 16A)
* Follow Crawfordsville Road east on to 16th street
* IMS will be on your left
From the East
* Take I-70 W
* Exit north on to Holt Road
* Turn west (left) on to 16th street
* IMS will be on you right
From the West
* Take I-70 E
* Exit north onto I-465 N
* Exit east onto Crawfordsville Road (exit 16A)
* Follow Crawfordsville Road East to 16th Street
* IMS will be on your left
If you are coming from within Indy (east going west) take 16th or 30th Streets.
If you are coming up or down on I-65, exit on 30th Street westbound.
If you use I-465, you can either:
*** Get off on 10th street, exit 14A, and go east to Lynhurst Drive where you will turn left (north). That will take you to 16th Street where you can turn right towards the Speedway.
*** Get off on Crawfordsville Rd, US 136, Exit 16A. Traffic will be sent in three directions, but all will get to the track.
*** Get off on 38th Street east, Exit 17. Go south on Moller Road, then east on 30th Street to park in Coca-Cola parking lot.
EASY WAY TO PARK IN COKE LOT:
1. Take I-465 to the west side of town. (I-465 is a hiway that loops Indianapolis.)
2. Get off on 38th street and head East (back in towards the city).
3. About the 3rd light is Moller Road. Turn right and head south on Moller
4. You go through one light and the next light should be 30th Street. You can't turn right, you can only go straight or turn left. You will turn left. You will be heading East.
The giant field on your right is the Coke Lot. Pull into this lot and park as far South and East as you can.
If you go a mile to Georgetown road, you can turn right and perhaps find a closer spot to park, but hit more traffic.
Brickyard 400 WEEKEND SCHEDULE 2008
Fri, Jul 25 Chevy Day at the Brickyard
Public gates open 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
NASCAR Sprint Cup Practice 2-3 p.m.
NASCAR Sprint Cup Practice 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Sat, Jul 26 Public gates open 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
NASCAR Sprint Cup Qualifying (two laps, all positions) 10:10 a.m.
NASCAR Sprint Cup Practice 2-3 p.m.
NASCAR Sprint Cup Final Practice 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Sun, Jul 27 Race Day
Public Gates Open 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
NASCAR Sprint Cup Driver Introductions 1:30 p.m.
15th Allstate 400 at the Brickyard 2 p.m.
Gates Opening Dates and Times 2008
July 25 (Practice, gates open at 8 a.m.) 1/1B/1C, 2, 3, 4/4A, 6, 7/7.5, 9/9A, 10/10A/10B
July 26 (Qualifying, gates open at 7 a.m.) 1/1B/1C, 2, 3, 4/4A, 6, 7/7.5, 9/9A, 10/10A/10B
July 27 (Race Day, gates open at 7 a.m.) All gates open
TICKETS for Indy 2008
FROM $40.00 to $150.00 for the Brickyard 400 All section are available CLICK HERE
WHAT TO DO
DRIVER APPEARANCES:
Appearances are posted from a week before race day up until a few days before. Many times there isn't advanced notice, go by the souvenir haulers and look for the signs. (Go on Friday if possible)
Reed Sorenson tries to visit his souvenir trailer at the race track each weekend to sign autographs. Be sure to stop by the Target trailer and check for times.
Look for Dave Blaney to stop by the Caterpillar/Toyota Racing merchandise hauler to sign autographs this weekend. Please check with the trailer for exact times.
TO SEE DRIVERS APPEARANCES IN THE INDY AREA CLICK HERE (LOTS LISTED)
Chevy Day At The Brickyard Friday, July 25
live on the Chevy Stage located in the Hall of Fame Museum parking lot will participate in question-and-answer sessions with emcee Riki Rachtman. Drivers expected to appear include Jimmie Johnson, Jeff Gordon, Kevin Harvick, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and many more.
Autograph sessions will take place in the Pagoda Plaza, behind the Bombardier Pagoda control tower.
Autograph sessions:
9 a.m. - Aric Almirola, Jeff Burton, Regan Smith, David Stremme, Steven Wallace
10 a.m. - Clint Bowyer, Richard Childress, Casey Mears, Scott Riggs
11 a.m. - Landon Cassill, Kevin Harvick, Jimmie Johnson, Scott Wimmer
Fans wishing to meet their favorite Team Chevy driver must have a wristband to get in line for an autograph. Wristband distribution begins at 8 a.m. in the Pagoda Plaza to the first 175 people in line for each session, all ages included. Each person only will be allowed to receive one wristband in total. MORE
"Racers on the Circle" 07/24/08
Presented by Indianapolis radio station WIBC, this fan event features food, drinks, music and fun for the entire family. Dodge NASCAR autograph sessions are scheduled, featuring NEXTEL Cup, Busch Series and Craftsman Truck Series drivers (names and drivers to be announced). One Monument Circle, Indianapolis, IN 46204.... Free event
Miller Lite Rock 'N Racing Show July 26 2008
Multi-platinum rock superstars The Goo Goo Dolls will perform a Miller Lite Rock 'N Racing concert Saturday, July 26 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, capping a day full of action and excitement during the Allstate 400 at the Brickyard.
The Goo Goo Dolls will take the stage in the infield of the IMS oval for an afternoon performance. The band's performance is free with $15 gate admission for the day, part of the Miller Lite Rock 'N Racing concert series.
Kroger Race For Riley
The event is a benefit for Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis, and the public can race against Andretti for $50 (participants must advance through a series of heats to race Andretti). Parking is $10 per car, which will be donated to Riley. Contact Katherine Cain at (317) 634-4474 for reservations and information
Admission: Adults $3.00; Children 6-15 years old $1.00; Children under 6 FREE
Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (EST) 364 days a year. Closed Christmas Day. Extended hours during the month of May. Phone: (317) 492-6784
Track Tours: Adults $3.00; Children 6-15 years old $1.00; Children under 6 FREE
MRO at the Track
Indianapolis Raceway Ministries’ sites will be located in Parking Lot 1-A and Parking Lot 2.
Children’s Activities - Activities and crafts will be available for children, including pictures to color, games, painting pinewood derby race cars, etc. Refreshments – Stop under the ministry tent for a cool drink of water, lemonade, cookies and popcorn.
Thursday, July 26th
5:00 p.m. Children may begin painting Pinewood Derby cars
Friday, July 27th
All Day Children's Activities & Other All-Day Activities
Saturday, July 28th
All Day Children's Activities & Other All-Day Activities
11:00 a.m. Deadline for Pinewood Derby Cars to be Painted
1:00 p.m. Pinewood Derby Competition – Lot 1A only
Sunday, July 29th
8:00 a.m. Fan Hospitality at the IRM sites
10:00 a.m. Chapel Services at both IRM sites
OTHER IMPORTANT SPEEDWAY INFO
TIPS FROM PHILLIP: 1. After the drivers leave the driver's meeting and they walk through Gasoline Alley, you will want to head over to the tower and stand right up against the fence next to the right steps. The drivers are brought up in vans, all of them, in order of qualification for driver introductions. The earlier you get there the better. They start this right at the time that driver introductions are scheduled to start. They will push you back to make a space large enough for the vans to get through.
2. Also if anyone camps in the Indy lots, bring stakes and caution tape. If this is done the parking attendant told me that your site can be as big as you want within reason, the stated size is 20 x 20. I put some of these pictures on my site as well.
BOX LUNCHES FOR SALE 2008
The Brickyard Box Lunch Program, through the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Food & Beverage Department, provides you and your guests a wholesome and satisfying lunch. Pick up your box lunch before the Green Flag and enjoy the race without having to leave your seat. The Brickyard Box Lunch is a complete meal. deadline is July 20, 2008.To see the options and order CLICK HERE
SPEEDWAY PARKING 2008
For the convenience of our fans, parking for passenger cars and recreational vehicles is available at seven convenient locations adjacent to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Speedway Parking Info: To Order Click Here
MORE PARKING - PRIVATE Turn 2 Indy offers parkinground. Indianapolis Motor Speedway is just 500 yards away. Call 317-390-5700
TAILGATING AREAS 2008
Tailgating
* Tailgating is permitted in the daily parking areas of the following lots:
o Lot 7 (North 40)
o Inside Turn 3
o Inside Turn 1
o Lot 1B
o Lot 1C
o Lot 2
o Lot 3 Grass
* Grilling is allowed on small portable grills. No dumping of charcoal or ashes is allowed.
* Portable shelters (i.e. EZ Up shelters) no larger than 10'x10' are allowed in designated tailgating areas. They must be set up behind the vehicle, not taking another parking spot or hindering vehicle or pedestrian travel areas. Shelters must be secured to the vehicle.
* All shelters must be put away at the time of the green flag on race day in Lots 1B, 1C, 2, & 3 Grass.
2008 What is allowed into the Grandstands:
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway allows personal coolers not larger than 14" by 14" by 14" to be carried into the grounds. No glass containers are allowed. Patrons may also bring in small backpacks and/or carry a bag in for food and personal items. All coolers, bags, backpacks and purses are subject to search at the gate.
IRP - INDIANAPOLIS RACEWAY PARK
SCHEDULE for BUSCH AND TRUCK 2007 Kroger SpeedFest
Kroger SpeedFest
26th J. D. Byrider 100, USAC Silver Crown Race
27th Power Stroke Diesel 200, NASCAR Craftsman Truck race
28th Kroger 200, NASCAR Busch Series Race
TICKETS FOR IRP 2007
For the Kroger SpeedFest and the 50th Annual Mac Tools U. S. Nationals you have many options in purchasing your tickets. You can go to www.ticketmaster.com, call our office at 317-291-4090 or call 1-800- 884-6472. Tickets for both of those events will go on sale soon.
For many other IRP events on both the oval and the drag strip tickets can be purchased at the main IRP ticket plaza day of the event.
RV CAMPING AT IRP 2007
Tent camping is not allowed for any O’Reilly Raceway Park at Indianapolis events. If you are interested in tent or RV camping for ORP events, call Raceview Campgrounds, (317) 852-5737. Raceview Campgrounds is not affiliated with O’Reilly Raceway Park at Indianapolis. ORP offers dry camping for Kroger SpeedFest and the Mac Tools U. S. Nationals. MORE
