NASCAR is heading to Dover Motor Speedway for a weekend of racing action.
The Autotrader EchoPark Automotive 400 NASCAR Cup Series race is the highlight of a tripleheader including the NASCAR Xfinity Series and ARCA Menards Series throughout the weekend.
There will be fans coming in from all over the country to enjoy the races throughout the weekend. Some of them may even be attending their first NASCAR event.
Here’s an ultimate first-time fan checklist to get the most out of the NASCAR Dover race.
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Do not forget sunscreen!
The NASCAR Dover race is usually one of the more beautiful weather weekends. Make sure to bring sunscreen, getting a sunburn at a NASCAR race is painful.
Hit those merchandise haulers
Near the fan zone, there are merchandise haulers with all kinds of items for sale. Anything from hats, t-shirts, flags, pens, pencils and, of course, diecast cars, are available in these haulers. The haulers are separated by race team (for example, Hendrick Motorsports is in one hauler with Chase Elliott, Kyle Larson, William Byron and Alex Bowman merchandise). There may even be a driver in the hauler to sign autographs, if you’re lucky.
Don’t forget to eat at NASCAR Dover race
There are concession stands and food trucks around the speedway. Make sure to look around and find your favorites to enjoy at the racetrack.
Get to your seat early for NASCAR Dover race
You’ll want to make sure to get to your seat early to enjoy the pre-race festivities, a snack and a drink before the race. There will also be lots of standing, including for every restart, a few laps after, and as the race is coming to a close.
Can I bring cooler, food, alcohol to Dover Motor Speedway?
Yes, coolers are allowed. They must be a soft-sided cooler no bigger than 14-inches by 14-inches by 14-inches. Backpacks and bags no bigger than 18-inches by 18-inches by 14-inches are allowed. Pre-packaged food and alcohol are allowed, but no glass containers.
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Know prohibited items at Dover Motor Speedway
The following items are not allowed at Dover Motor Speedway. These can change, so make sure to keep an eye on the Dover Motor Speedway website.
- Foam or hard-sided coolers.
- Glass or ceramic containers.
- Animals (unless service animals).
- Any firearm.
- Laser pointers, noise makers and air horns.
- Knives longer than 3 inches when closed or longer than 6 inches when open.
- Seat cushions with armrests.
- Collapsible chairs (except for Movie Night).
- Frisbees, balloons, beach balls, or any other projectile.
- Confederate flag or any other offensive displays.
- Fireworks.
- Dry ice.
- Obscene or indecent clothing.
- Aerosol cans (with the exception of sunscreen, sun block, hand sanitizer and bug spray).
- Tripods and monopods.
- Illegal substances of any kind.
- Drones.
- Prohibited items discovered during security inspections at the Speedway entrances must either be returned to the owner’s vehicle or discarded. Unlawful items discovered during security inspections are subject to confiscation and the person in possession of those items is subject to arrest. Any prohibited items discovered inside the Speedway are subject to confiscation.
- Dover Motor Speedway reserves the right to alter this list before and/or during its race weekends.
Is Dover Motor Speedway a cashless venue?
Yes, Dover Motor Speedway is a cashless venue. No cash will be accepted at concession stands, souvenir shops or other vendors within the speedway. Credit and debit cards, along with mobile payment options (including Apple Pay), will be accepted.
When is NASCAR Dover race?
The Autotrader EchoPark Automotive 400 is set for 1 p.m. CT on July 20 at Dover Motor Speedway in Dover, Delaware.
What TV channel is NASCAR Dover race on?
The Autotrader EchoPark Automotive 400 NASCAR Dover race will be shown on TNT with Adam Alexander, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Steve Letarte in the broadcast booth.
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