PREVIEW MICHIGAN INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY
12626 U.S. Highway 12, Brooklyn, MI 49230-9068
TICKETS: (800) 354-1010 (517) 592-6672 fax (517) 592-8445
REMEMBER MIS IS A BIG TRACK OVER 2.0 MILES. You want to park or camp as close to your seats as you can so PLAN!
OTHER WEBSITES FOR INFO
Smoking Policy - New for 2010 All grandstand seating, mezzanines, areas directly beneath the stands, concession and restroom buildings, suites and hospitality areas at Michigan International Speedway® are smoke-free. The Champions Club, seating and adjacent patios are also smoke-free. Smokers may choose to smoke in open-air areas behind the grandstands, in the New Holland Fan Plaza, the parking lots and in campgrounds. Anyone who does not adhere to the smoke-free policy will be subject to fines by state and county enforcement officials who are on site during race weekend.
Buddy’s Mini Marts Convenience Stores Located in the Brooklyn Trails Campground and in the vendor area of the Infield. Both are open 24 hours a day
Directions to Michigan International Speedway
REMEMBER MIS IS A BIG TRACK OVER 2.0 MILES so plan your route to get yourself in a parking lot as close to your seat as you can AND where you can leave to get back to your hotel with the least amount of hassle. Go to the fan guide for tram stops and gate parking.
760 AM-WJR-Detroit for traffic updates
Michigan International Speedway is located on U.S. Highway 12 in Brooklyn, Michigan, one mile west of M-50.
Directions: From Detroit Metro Airport: Take I-94 West to Highway 12 West (Exit 181A). Track is located one mile west of U.S.12 and M-50. Local knowledge says take the Grass Lake exit off Interstate 94, (Exit 150) and take Wolf Lake Road into the circuit... there's a gas station on the Grass Lake Exit, make sure you top off before hitting weekend traffic, which can drop to less than a crawl for 20 miles around the race track on big race days. grandprixcities.co
INBOUND TRAFFIC PATTERNS 2010: MAP
Inbound Traffic: Sunday Only - Pattern goes into effect – 6:00 a.m.
M-50
SOUTHBOUND:M-50 will become two lanes south of Wampler’s Lake Rd. (M-124). M-50 traffic will park in Lots 6/7 on the east side of the track or Lot 12 depending on traffic volume. Race traffic will not be allowed to continue southbound past the M-50 entrance.
NORTHBOUND: M-50 traffic will be directed west on to U.S. 12 and must use Lot 14.
U.S. 127
SOUTHBOUND: Race traffic will be directed east on to Vicary/Taylor Rd. with the exception of guests with parking credentials and charter buses. Depending on traffic volume, traffic may be directed to use M-50. Credential holders and Charter buses will proceed to U.S. 12 eastbound.
NORTHBOUND: Traffic north on U.S. 127 will use U.S. 12 eastbound to enter the track.
U.S. 12
WESTBOUND: U.S. 12 will become one-way at M-50. Use all lanes. All westbound U.S. 12 traffic will be directed in to Lots 8/9. Buses and vehicles with parking credentials should use the center lane. You will be directed to your designated parking area once you enter the property. Those needing to pick-up credentials will be directed to the credential office.
EASTBOUND: U.S. 12 eastbound will be one-way from U.S. 127 to the Speedway. Two lanes start at U.S. 127, with third lane starting at Round Lake Hwy. The left two lanes will enter Lot 11. The right lane will enter Lot 10. Vehicles with parking credentials should use the right lane. Those needing to pick-up credentials at the credential office should enter through Lot 10.
2010 Outbound traffic MAP
Outbound Traffic: Sunday Only - Pattern goes into effect with 50 laps remaining
M-50 Gate
All traffic will be directed north on M-50 to Monroe Pike. Monroe Pike is a one-way street. Signs will direct you to I-94.
LOT 8
Use both lanes when exiting Lot 8. All traffic leaving Lot 8 will be directed eastbound on U.S. 12 (There will be two (2) lanes eastbound on U.S. 12 to M-52) . To head west, turn right on Onsted Hwy. and use westbound U.S. 223.
LOT 14, MAIN GATE
All traffic leaving Lot 14 and the Main Gate will be directed east on U.S. 12 and will turn right (south) on M-50. M-50 is two lanes, one-way to Onsted Hwy. To head west, turn right on Onsted Hwy. and use westbound U.S. 223.
GATE 2, LOT 10, LOT 11,
TUNNEL GATE
All traffic exiting Lot 10 will be directed south on Brooklyn Hwy. to U.S. 12, where they will be directed westbound. Vehicles exiting Lot 11 will be directed west on U.S. 12. To head east, turn left at Round Lake Hwy., and use U.S. 223 east. All remaining traffic should follow U.S. 12.
LOT 3
Traffic leaving Gate 3 will use Vicary/ Taylor Rd. west to U.S. 127. As U.S. 12 clears, some traffic may be sent south on Brooklyn Hwy. to westbound U.S. 12. All Traffic must go northbound at U.S. 127.
LOT 4
One lane exiting southbound on Brooklyn Hwy. to Vicary/Taylor Road westbound to U.S. 127. As traffic on M-50 clears, one lane may be sent northbound on Brooklyn Hwy. to M-50. All traffic must go northbound at U.S. 127.
LOT 12
North on Brooklyn Hwy. to M-50 and north through Brooklyn to U.S. 127. M-50 from Brooklyn to Napoleon one-way.
NOTE: MDOT and the Michigan State Police have approved the use of the 12’ paved shoulder for Northbound traffic on U.S. 127 from Vicary Road post race. Gate 9 will be closed for outbound traffic.
TRAFFIC PATTERNS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Be patient and courteous to all law enforcement officers and your fellow motorists.
Please remember your parking location – it will determine your exit route.
To assist motorists and race fans, MDOT is posting MIS race day travel information on the web, including maps and information about statewide construction projects, changes to the outbound traffic pattern, and links to the web site of WRIF (101.1 FM), the number one source of traffic at MIS. Motorists can find information online at: www.michigan.gov/mdot or www.michigan.gov/drive
06/24/07 BLACK FLAG FROM JIM B: The distance from MIS to the highway is 33 miles, on monday, it took us from 11am until 2ish, that is correct 3 hours to go 33miles. A bag of ice went from $5 to $8 in 1 year, a 15X25 camp site, owned by MIS goes for $150 for the week, in 1 year there are now less showers, less portable toilets, and more people. I am mad just remembering what went on
Michigan International Speedway 2010 Schedule
Friday, August 13, 2010
8:00 a.m. Parking lots open
10:00 a.m. Gates open to public
Noon - 1:30 p.m. NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Practice
1:40 - 3:30 p.m. NASCAR Nationwide Series Final Practice
3:40 p.m. NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Qualifying (two laps, all positions)
Saturday, August 14, 2010
7:00 a.m. Parking lots open
9:00 a.m. Gates open to the public
9:15 - 10:00 a.m. NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Practice
10:10 a.m. NASCAR Nationwide Series Qualifying (two laps, all positions)
12:20 - 1:20 p.m. NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Final Practice
1:30 p.m. Pre-race activities & driver introductions
2:00 p.m. Start of NASCAR Nationwide Series CARFAX 250 (125 laps, 250 miles)
Sunday, August 16, 2009
5:30 a.m. Parking lots open
8:00 a.m. Gates open to the public
12:30 p.m. Pre-race activities & driver introductions
1:00 p.m. Start of NASCAR Sprint Cup Series CARFAX 400 (200 laps, 400 miles)
FAN HOSPITALITY 2010
The Acceleration Club was introduced to fans in 2009. Acceleration is like an all -inclusive resort right here at the track, perfect for intimate gatherings of clients, employees, prospects, or anybody else you want to impress. Come relax and entertain at Acceleration throughout the race and remain one hour after the finish of the race.
Individual price in addition to grandstand ticket
Sprint Cup Series..................$179*
Nationwide Series..................$99*
Camping World Series..........$69*
* Reduced Price for Children 12 and Under
TICKETS 2010
$25.00 - $115.00
Danica Patrick ticket offer Each $88 package includes two reserved adult seats and one 12 and under kids admission ticket to see the race. Kids 12 and under are free on Saturday so additional kids tickets may be requested. Please request the number of children’s tickets at the time of purchase to ensure seating.
FROM MARK: I purchased tickets for the August Busch race (Saturday) for myself and my kids and the tickets for the kids were free. You can’t order kids tickets online. You have to call the ticket line.
New this year is an interactive Kids Zone in the New Holland Fan Plaza. Kids can test their abilities on rock climbing walls or test their parents in an inflatable obstacle course.
Remember: Kids 12 and under are admitted free to all events at MIS. If accompanied by an adult who has purchased a ticket, all kids 12 and under will receive a free ticket to the general admission grandstands 14 and 16 located between turns 3 and 4. This offer is available for the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series LifeLock 400 on June 14 and the NASCAR Sprint Cup Michigan 400 on August 16.
For details on how to obtain tickets for kids 12 and under, contact the MIS ticket hotline at 800-354-1010. Tickets for kids under 12 should be requested at the same time adult tickets are purchased.
Watkins Glen/MIS discount ticket package available 2010
A ticket package $95 FOR 5 RACES MORE
NHRA/NASCAR discount ticket package available 2010
A ticket package $90 per ticket for two major motorsports events was announced by Summit Motorsports Park, an NHRA track in Norwalk, Ohio, and Michigan International Speedway, a NASCAR track in Brooklyn, Mich. MORE
Pre-Race Pit Access 2010
PRE-RACE PIT ACCESS 50.00 per person for each NASCAR Sprint Cup race.
WHAT TO DO
DRIVERS APPEARANCES
Appearances are posted a week before up until a few days before race day. Many times there isn't advanced notice, go by the souvenir haulers and look for the signs. (Go on Friday if possible)
Thursday August 12
Justin Allgaier, Chase Austin, Michael Annett, Trevor Bayne, Colin Braun, Shelby Howard, Brian Keselowski, Reed Sorenson, Jason Leffler, Tayler Malsam, Joe Nemechek, Danica Patrick, Robert Richardson Jr., Brian Scott, Morgan Shepherd and Ryan Truex are scheduled to participate in an autograph session from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. Thursday underneath the Turn 1 grandstand. The first 250 fans who collect wristbands when the gates open for the Thursday practice session will receive entry into the autograph session. Turn 1 opens at 9 a.m. through Gate 17. MIS.com
Saturday, August 14, 2010
Justin Allgaier is scheduled to sign autographs for fans at the Penske Racing souvenir trailer located in the midway at Michigan International Speedway on Saturday, August 14, 2010 from 11:45am - 12:15pm Eastern.www.jayski.com
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Clint Bowyer is scheduled to participate in a question-and-answer from the Chevy Stage located in the display area at Michigan International Speedway on Sunday, August 15, 2010 at 10:00am Eastern..www.jayski.com
42 Over-the-Wall Crew Members are scheduled to sign autographs inside the Chevy display located in the midway at Michigan International Speedway on Sunday, August 15, 2010 at 10:30am Eastern..www.jayski.com
Kurt Busch Autograph Session at Miller Lite Souvenir Hauler-Time: 9:15am www.kurtbusch.com
Scott Speed will be signing autographs at the Red Bull Racing souvenir hauler.
Take laps around MIS Aug 2-4, 6, 23-25
For $25, fans may take three laps around the track at a maximum speed of 70 mph. The laps will be paced by the MIS pace car. The scheduled dates are August 2-4, Aug. 6 and 23-25 with drive time scheduled between noon - 1 p.m. each day.
“Fish Your Bass Off” tournament Thursday, August 12.
Michigan International Speedway’s non-profit arm, MIS Cares, will host a “Fish Your Bass Off” tournament at Jerry’s Pub & Restaurant on scenic Wampler’s Lake just minutes from the speedway. The tournament is 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, August 12.
Fans are invited to join the festivities at Jerry’s Pub from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. and may visit the MIS Cares website at MISpeedway.com/MISCares to purchase a $35 admission ticket to the event, which includes dinner. Live and silent auctions featuring signed NASCAR memorabilia will be held, with all funds benefiting MIS Cares. There will also be NASCAR personalities in attendance throughout the evening including 1983 NASCAR Cup Series champion Bobby Allison, who will be fishing in the tournament.
“Budweiser Acceleration ONE NIGHT STAND” Friday August 13
The club is in the New Holland Fan Plaza at MIS, near the SPEED Stage. Budweiser Acceleration ONE NIGHT STAND is open from 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday. NASCAR Sprint Cup driver Kahne will stop by to mingle with guests from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. There is no cover charge to attend and features live music from three bands — Ashes of Soma, Lifeline and Sore Eyes. Budweiser Acceleration ONE NIGHT STAND is for guests 21 years of age and older. IDs will be checked at the door. Budweiser products and food are available inside the club for purchase. No coolers allowed.
Kansas City Barbecue Society-sanctioned PITmasters State BBQ Championship Aug 14
Smoke on the Water Productions joins forces with Michigan International Speedway to stage the inaugural Kansas City Barbecue Society-sanctioned Michigan International PITmasters State BBQ Championship during the CARFAX 250 NASCAR Nationwide Series event on Saturday, August 14.
Saving Abel returning to MIS for post-race concert August 14
the popular band will return during the Show Me the CARFAX Race weekend on August 14-15 and rock the house again.
Saving Abel will perform at the speedway’s Budweiser Acceleration Concert following the conclusion of the NASCAR Nationwide Series CARFAX 250 on Saturday, August 14.
The popular Saturday night concert in Lot 10 has always been a crowd staple and fan favorite at MIS for nearly a decade.
New Holland Fan Plaza
Starts at trun 4 to almost turn 1. Food, fun, entertainment and NASCAR souvenirs highlight the New Holland Fan Display. The SPEED Stage has great NASCAR entertainment and it’s televised live!
An interactive Kids Zone features entertainment for the entire family. Kids can climb a rock wall, tackle the obstacle course or jump around in a bounce house. Kids Zone tickets ($1 per ticket; or $20 for 25 tickets) gain access to the area and support a good cause. (A percentage of the proceeds go to MIS Cares, MIS' official charity.)
Looking for a favorite souvenir? Most teams and auto manufacturers have souvenirs for sale. Each trailer accepts cash and most major credit cards. Drivers sometimes stop by and sign autographs. Check each trailer for times and availability.
There’s even a souvenir trailer just for kids. "Kidz Rock!" has apparel, souvenirs, toys and games just for kids. All products on board will be less than $20, exclusive of tax. Look for the "Kidz Rock” trailer near the Kids Zone.
SPEEDTV STAGE
Speed Channel stage, (outside turn one) near the grandstand ticket office.
Driving Schools
For information and schedules of driving schools at MIS please contact:
Richard Petty Driving Experience 1-800-BE-PETTY • www.1800BEPETTY.com
Fast Track High Performance Driving School 704-455-1700 • www.fasttrackracing.com
Track Time 1-866-2-DRIVE-1 • www.tracktime.com
RACE TRACKS
15.6 Great Lakes Downs Jackson, MI 49201 (517) 522-6162
17.1 Jackson Harness Raceway 200 West Ganson Street, Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 788-4500 (Horse racin')
33.7 miles Milan Dragway Milan, MI 1/4 mi Asphalt Drag Strip 734.439.7368
Directions: US 23 to Exit 25, go East 4 miles on Plank Road
Formerly Known as: Milan International Dragway
***THEY HAVE CAMPING AT THIS TRACK*******
40.5 miles Butler Motor Speedway Quincy, MI 3/8 mi Clay High Banked Oval 517.542.3627 Directions: I-69 to M60 (Tekonsha Exit). East to 22 Mile Rd (Clarendon Rd). South on 22 Mile Rd to the track. Nicknames: 'Butler Battle Grounds Formerly Known as: Cadillac Speedway
Super Late Models, Michigan Modifieds, Street Stocks, Pony Stocks 517.676.5404
Directions: I-94 Exit 124. North on SR 99 to Mechanic Rd.2 miles. West on Peters Rd, then north on Royston Rd.
46.7 miles Spartan Speedway Mason, MI 1/4 mi Asphalt Semi-Banked Oval 517.676.5404
Directions: From South: 127 North to Cedar Street Exit, Cedar Street left 1 1/2 miles to track. From North: 127 South to Mason Exit, take Cedar Street North 1 Mile to track Formerly Known as: Lansing Speedway
57.2 miles Log Road Motocross Coldwater, MI 1.5 mi Dirt Off-Road Course 419.636.5430 or 419.636.7462 Directions: I-69 Exit 13. West on US 12, 10 miles. South on Log Rd 1.5 miles.
UPDATE 11/03 Tom H, Sylvania, Ohio: Toledo Speedway, which Benny Parson's used to race there also. Toledo Speedway runs ARCA, ASA, sprints and midget races there, plus weekly shows.
There is always a huge race at Toledo on the Friday of the first Nascar vent at MIS. June 16 is the fastest short track cars in the world. Winged sprint cars, and winged supermodifieds. They get around the track in the 12 second range (12.944). This is always a huge event, as Tony Stewart, Greg Zipadelli, Kenny Schrader, Ryan Newman, Dave Blaney, Kasey Kahne and others have attended over the last few years.
UPDATE FROM CHERYL ROBY www.MotorSportsNews.net: Toledo Speedway and FlatRock, which are not far from MIS. A lot of the times when the drivers are racing at MIS some will come over to Toledo and race on Friday night. Usually Kenny Schrader and Johnny Benson.
61.2 miles Flat Rock Speedway Flat Rock, MI 1/4 mi Asphalt Semi-Banked Oval 734.782.2480 :
Directions: On Telegraph Rd between I-75 & I-275 20 miles southwest of Detroit, 8 miles south of Metro Airport Another link for FLAT ROCK
Misc Facts: Benny Parsons started his career here in 1962. One of the few tracks to run Figure 8's weekly. (Bubba Jim has been wantin' to see NASCAR run on an eight) Nicknames: 'The Rock' or 'Level Pebble'
Local tracks: Jackson Speedway. 1/6 mile dirt oval, 1/4 mile pavement oval, 1/2 mile road course. Winged micro/ mini sprints on the 1/6 mile dirt track, and go-karts on the paved oval and road course. Road course races on Friday nigh, 1/4 mile oval Saturday during the day, and 1/6 mile
dirt oval Saturday night.
AMUSEMENTS and other stuff to do
2.5 Victory Lane Speedway 11541 Brooklyn Road, Brooklyn, MI 49230 (517) 592-3716
5.1 Bahlau's Trading Post Antiques 8410 Us Highway 12, Onsted, MI 49265 (517) 467-7277
5.1 Prehistoric Forest Amusement 8101 Us Highway 12, Onsted, MI 49265 (517) 467-2514
5.3 Factory Raceway 6780 Brooklyn Road, Jackson, MI 49201 (517) 536-4033
5.8 Mystery Hill 7611 Us Highway 12, Onsted, MI 49265 (517) 467-2517
6.1 Irish Hills Fudge Factory No 1 7203 Us Highway 12, Onsted, MI 49265 (517) 467-2300
6.1 Stagecoach Stop USA 7203 Us Highway 12, Onsted, MI 49265 (517) 467-2300
6.4 Dwight D Eisenhower's Private Railroad Car Us 12 At Stagecoach,
Onsted, MI 49265 (517) 467-2300
6.4 Irish Hills Fun Center 5600 Us 12, Onsted, MI 49265 (517) 431-2217
7.5 Port To Port Adventure Golf 5768 Michigan Avenue, Tipton, MI 49287 (517) 431-2262
7.8 Stage Coach Stop, 7203 Us Hwy. 12, Onsted, MI 49265 (517) 467-2300
7.9 Walker Tavern Historic Complex, 13200 M-50, Onsted, MI 49265 (517) 467-4414
9.3 Irish Hill Fun Center Us 12, Tipton, MI 49287 (517) 431-2217
9.8 Pre-Historic Forest Po Box 81, Tipton, MI 49287 (517) 467-2514
13.8 Michigan Space & Science Center 2111 Emmons Road, Jackson, MI 49201 (517) 787-4425
14.0 Roberts Arena 5775 Ann Arbor Road, Jackson, MI 49201 (517) 764-4894
18.3 Allskate Fun Center Inc 1313 West North Street, Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 787-8713 or (517) 787-8716
19.0 Just for Fun 1184 Jackson Xing, Jackson, MI 49202 (517) 782-9999
19.6 Chelsea Lanes, Inc. 1180 South Main Street, Chelsea, MI 48118 (734) 475-8141
20.00 Childs Buffalo Farm, 12770 Roundtree Road, Hanover 49241 (517) 563-8249
20.00 Cabela's, World's Foremost Outfitter, 110 Cabela's Blvd. E., 48131, 734 529-4700
Cool stuff from Cabela. Pete from Charlotte got her Porto hot water shower from them.
20.00 Waterloo Riding Stables, 12891 Trist Road, Grass Lake, 49240 (517) 522-8920
20.00 Cascade Falls Park, 1992 Warren Ave, 49202 (517) 788-4320
20.00 Michigan Space & Science Museum, 2111 Emmons Rd, 49203 (517) 787-4425
20.00 Peter F. Hurst Planetarium, Ella Sharp Park, 49203 (517) 789-8144
Go visit the Cascade Falls Park in nearby Jackson. The park has paddle boat rides, miniature golf, an outdoor basketball court, horseshoe pits, four tennis courts, playground and picnic areas and a shelter (by reservation). Also included in the park is a pier for handicapped fishing, the Cascades Short Course and driving range, and the Cascades 18-hole Championship Golf Course. The highlight of this 457 acre park is the Cascades, a man-made, illuminated waterfall with musical accompaniment
If you are in Detroit go to the Belle Isle which is located in the middle of the Detroit River, about 2.5 miles east of downtown Detroit, Michigan. Located on Belle Island, a 1,000 acre island, is a Beach, Zoo, Athletic Complex, Casino, Fishing Piers, Conservatory and a Golf Course.
While in Detroit go to the Detroit Zoo. One of the country's largest zoos, this zoo features hundreds of exotic animals, a wildlife interpretive center, an amphibian research center, a butterfly and hummingbird garden, and much more. There is also an art gallery, theater, and multimedia interactive exhibits located here.
A visit to Michigan would not be complete without a trip to The Henry Ford Estate. Tour the 56 room mansion and see many personal artifacts, Mr. Ford's personal garage and cars, and the giant generators placed by Henry Ford and Thomas Edison that still generate electricity today.
On M-50 is Hidden Lake Gardens in nearby Tipton. It is a 755-acre botanical garden features that includes a greenhouse complex, lake, picnic area and 6-mile paved scenic drive. Also there is more than 5 miles of marked hiking trails providing hikers access to more remote woods and meadows.
Into fishing? The Brooklyn, MI area is surrounded by 52 lakes and many opportunities for prime fishing. Check out nearby Onsted for fishing adventures. Also in Onsted is the Stagecoach Stop USA. The Stagecoach Stop features a resort, a roadside antique museum, a saloon and a fun park complete with an evening hayride. There is a glass shop with glass blowing demonstrations. The village blacksmith will be working on his craft.
Irish Hills Observation Tower gives you spectacular views. The telescope views will allow you to see 3 different counties and 27 lakes. This is located on US-12 in the Irish Hills area in Lenawee County.
Mystery Hill is where nature and the law of gravity baffle us. This is located on US-12 across from Hayes State Park. You can see water run uphill at Mystery Hill!
BLACK FLAG from WAYNE "Go Bucks" G.: WE DROVE UP AND LEFT IN THE SAME DAY AND IT WAS TERRIBLE. ALSO THE PARKING LOT / FIELD ACROSS FROM THE TRACK, GIVE YOURSELF AT LEAST 2-3 HOURS OF WAITING TIME TO LEAVE. WE GOT THERE EARLY AND WERE IN THE FIRST ROW OF CARS. FIRST ONES THERE LAST ONES OUT!
MY ADVICE TO ANYONE. UNLESS YOU LIVE IN THE SAME CITY AS THE TRACK, DO NOT TRY AND GO AND COME HOME IN THE SAME DAY.
WHAT YOU CAN BRING INTO MICHIGAN INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY
ONE SOFT SIDE BAG / COOLER, NO LARGER THAN 6 X 6 X 12 INCHES.
• Examples include: soft side cooler (may contain removable plastic liner), scanner bag, fanny pack, purse, binocular bag, etc.
• This one bag may be carried in any manner, (i.e. by handle, with shoulder straps, on a belt, etc.).
• The soft side cooler may contain ice and/or freezer packs.
ONE CLEAR PLASTIC BAG, NO LARGER THAN 18 X 18 X 4 INCHES.
• Clear plastic bags may not contain ice or freezer packs.
FANS ARE ALLOWED TO BRING IN ONE EACH OF THE BAGS DESCRIBED ABOVE.
BINOCULARS, SCANNERS, HEADSETS, CAMERAS (NOT IN A BAG) WORN SEPARATELY OVER THE NECK OR ON THE BELT ARE ALSO ALLOWED. STANDARD SEAT CUSHIONS AND STADIUM SEATS CARRIED SEPARATELY ARE ALSO ALLOWED.
• Seat cushions and stadium seats with compartments will be reviewed on an individual basis.VIDEO EQUIPMENT IS ALLOWED BUT MUST NOT INTERFERE WITH ANOTHER GUEST’S ENJOYMENT OF THE RACE. THE IMAGES MAY NOT BE USED COMMERCIALLY.ALL ITEMS BROUGHT THROUGH GRANDSTAND GATES ARE SUBJECT TO INSPECTION.
Race Fans with Disabilities
Guests with Disabilities Admission & AccessWheelchair accessible tickets can be purchased in advance or on race day based on availability.
One companion ticket may be purchased for each wheelchair ticket purchased. In all Row 1 areas, a folding chair is provided for the companion ticket.In Row 54 of the Center Grandstand and Rows 70 & 21 of the Turn 3 Grandstand, bench style seating is provided for the companion.
SECTIONS WHERE WHEELCHAIR ACCESS IS AVAILABLE:
• Center Grandstand...........Even Sections 20 - 56
• Turn 1..........................................Odd Sections 43 - 111
• Turn 3........................................Even Sections 148 - 172
• Turn 4 Even Reserved Seating Sections 68 - 86 and EVEN General
Admission Seating Sections 88-146
• Champions Club.................Sections 1, 8 and 9
Accessible Parking - The Speedway provides free designated parking areas in all parking lots for guests with disabilities. Vehicles displaying the proper credential will be directed to that area upon entry into the parking lot. Please be sure to approach the Speedway from the inbound traffic pattern that allows access to the parking area of your first choice. Accessible parking areas fill early and you may be directed to alternate or overflow parking areas.
Accessible Transportation Assistance - The Speedway provides free transportation assistance to guests with disabilities using Guest Trams and Disability Transport Carts. Guest Tram service is available in:• Lot 4 • Lot 9• Lot 6 • Lot 12• Lot 7 • Lot 14• Lot 8
Pre-race drop-off stations and post-race pick-up stations are at Guest Information Centers near (see map on the inside back cover):
• Water Tower Grandstand Gate 17 • Frontstretch High-Rise Grandstand Gate 29
• Turn 1 Grandstand Gate 21 • Turn 4 Grandstand Gate 31
• Start/Finish Grandstand Gate 24 • Turn 3 High-Rise Grandstand Gate 32
Additionally, Guest Service Ambassador sites are located in the Graves Farm,
Northfield, Brooklyn Trails, Brookfest Acres and M-50 Creekside Campgrounds.
Tailgate Shows & Traffic Reports
Local Live Race Broadcasts
NASCAR EVENTS:
• 970 AM-WKHM-Jackson (MRN) • 100.7 FM-WITL-Lansing (MRN)
• 92.1 FM-WCSR-Hillsdale (MRN) • 1490 AM-WABJ-Adrian (MRN)
• SIRIUS Satellite Radio Channel 128
OTHER IMPORTANT TRACK INFO
Day parking on MIS property is free of charge. Overnight parking in these lots is not
permitted. Vehicles are subject to being towed at owner’s expense.
PARKING GATES OPEN AT:
• 8:00 a.m. Friday • 7:00 a.m. Saturday • 6:00 a.m. Sunday
Day parking on MIS property is free of charge. Overnight parking in these lots is not permitted. Vehicles are subject to being towed at owner’s expense.
Parking Lot Locations
Parking Lot Locations
NORTH LOT – Lots 3 & 4 Accessed off Brooklyn Hwy.Sunday access is off Vicary Road.
EAST LOTS – Lots 6 & 7 Accessed off M-50.
EAST LOTS – Lots 8 & 9 Accessed off U.S. 12.
WATER TOWER LOT – Lot 10 Accessed off Brooklyn Hwy. from eastbound U.S. 12
WEST LOT – Lot 11 Accessed off of U.S. 12.
WEST LOT – Lot 12 Accessed off of Brooklyn Hwy.
EAST LOT – Lot 14 Accessed off U.S. 12 from northbound M-50.
RESERVED PARKING
Lots designated as “Reserved Parking” require a special parking pass that allows
access to these restricted areas. These passes are not available for purchase.
BUS PARKING
Available in all lots. Buses will be directed to the bus area upon entering parking lots.
MOTORCYCLE PARKING
Available in all lots. Motorcycles will be directed to the motorcycle area upon entering parking lots.
TRAMS
MIS® provides free tram transportation from perimeter parking lots.
Friday and Saturday tram service is round trip service from Lots 7/8 and Turn 3 to Turn 4.
Sunday tram service includes roundtrip service from:
• Lot 12 to Turn 4 (transfer at bridge)
• Lot 14 to Lot 9 (additional service to Turn 2 and 3 available via transfer)
• Lots 7, 8 and 9 to Turn 2
• Lots 7, 8 and 9 to Turn 3 (additional service to Turn 4 available via transfer)
• Turn 3 to Turn 4
• Turn 3 to Turn 2
Note: After the race on Sunday, all trams picking up in Turn 2 and Turn 3 will make
drop-off stops in lots 7, 8 and 9. Tram service is subject to change. Check with a
Guest Services Ambassador at any Guest Information Center for additional information.
See map on the inside back cover for tram stop locations.
RACE WEEKEND TICKET OFFICES: Behind Center Grandstand near Start/Finish Grandstand Gate 24 and Frontstretch High-Rise Grandstand Gate 29.
WILL CALL LOCATION: Center Grandstand Ticket Office near Start/Finish Grandstand Gate 24. WILL CALL WINDOW HOURS: Window opening times coincide with gate
opening times PHONE: 800.354.1010
ATM’s
ATMs are provided at several locations including:
• New Holland Fan Plaza
• Center Grandstand Ticket Office by Start/Finish Grandstand Gate 24
• North Ticket Office Frontstretch High-Rise Grandstand Gate 29
• Both Buddy’s Convenience Stores
Ice
• Infield Buddy’s Convenience Store
• Concession stand beneath Section 90
• Concession stand beneath Section 59
• Pizza stand beneath Section 16
Lost & Found
Lost children, parents, or personal items (keys, wallets, glasses, etc.) may be taken to or claimed at the Lost & Found Center beneath section 5 of the Center Grandstand.
Airports
Shamrock Airport Brooklyn, Michigan 2 Miles To Speedway Information: 517-592-6253
Lenawee County Airport Adrian, Michigan 17 Miles To Speedway 517-265-8993
Jackson County Airport Jackson, Michigan20 Miles To Speedway 517-788-4225
Hillsdale County Municipal Airport Hillsdale,MI 25 Miles to Speedway 517-437-4755
Willow Run Airport Ypsilanti, MI 45 Miles To Speedway Information: 734-485-6666
Detroit Metropolitan Airport Detroit, MI 55 Miles To Speedway Offers commercial flight service. 734-942-3685
Toledo, Ohio 60 Miles To Speedway Offers commercial flight service. Information: 419-865-2351
First Aid Locations
INFIELD CARE CENTER: Adjacent to the garage area.
CENTER GRANDSTAND: Section 38 ground and mezzanine levels and beneath
Section 5.
TURN ONE: Behind Section 61.
TURN THREE: Beneath Section 158.
