Drive a NASCAR at Kentucky Speedway
About this experience
Get ready to turn your dreams of being a racecar driver into a reality with this Drive a Stock Car experience at the Kentucky Speedway!
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Delivery
The Nascar experience was amazing. If you want to satisfy your need for speed this is it.
What's Included
- Drive a full size, race-ready stock car
- 5, 8, 16, 24, or 32-minute driving experiences available
- Begins with a short classroom session
- Receive a printed certificate with your top speed
- Enjoy flexible booking across event time slots, including peak hours!
What happens on the day
Strap on your helmet, and buckle up. It's time for the drive of your life!
On the big day, you’ll arrive at Kentucky Speedway and kick things off with a quick intro to racing. Learn the essentials of safety, vehicle dynamics, and track fundamentals before suiting up and heading out. From the starting line, you’ll hit the gas and experience what it’s like to race like the pros.
With real-time coaching through your helmet radio, you’ll navigate corners, build speed, and make the most of every lap. You’ll also receive a printed certificate with your top speed. And the best part? With this flexible racing package, you'll have access to a variety of time slots, including sessions during peak hours (pending availability).
Add a Ride Along
Take your experience up a notch with a 3-lap ride along! You'll sit shotgun as a professional driver shows you just what these powerful vehicles are capable of.
About the Kentucky Speedway
Kentucky Speedway showcases the best in stock car racing on a 1.5-mile, asphalt, tri-oval track. The speedway has 14-degree banking in the turns and a 1,600-foot backstretch.
Location
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Availability
When Do I Choose A Date?
Either yourself or the lucky recipient can make a booking and select dates once you are in receipt of the voucher. You’ll register the voucher, follow the booking instructions, and your experience with us begins!
AM times are typically 8:00 to 11:00
PM times are typically 12:00 to 3:00
*Schedule is subject to change
Important Details
Essential Information
- Participants must be at least 5'0'' and cannot exceed 6'7" in height
- Participants must weigh 100-300 pounds and be in good overall physical condition
- A valid driver's license is required
- Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent of legal guardian who must sign a consent form
- Vehicles are manual transmission (stick shift), however the crew is happy to assist you if you need a little help
- Pricing includes accidental insurance coverage, souvenir racing license and ear buds
- Feel free to bring snacks and non-alcoholic beverages
- Some seating is provided, however, it is recommended to bring lawn chairs to guarantee a seat for any spectators
Duration
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Maximum Participants
Spectators
Weather Dependent
What to Wear
FAQs
What is the age requirement?
Are there any physical requirements or restrictions?
Do I have to know how to drive a stick shift?
Do I need a driver's license?
Do I need to bring my own racing gear?
Can I choose which racecar I drive?
What happens if I wreck the car?
In the unlikely event that you spin out or wreck your car, you will be asked to leave the track for safety reasons.
Is passing allowed?
What does the typical day look like?
What is the policy on rain-outs?
If your experience is canceled due to inclement weather, the driving school will contact you and either immediately reschedule you for another available date, or issue you a credit that never expires and can be used at any of the nationwide speedways. A refund will not be issued due to rain-outs.
Returns, Exchanges & Cancellations
Returns
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 14 days. All refunds will be made to the original purchaser.
Exchanges
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be exchanged for anything else in our marketplace at any time. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs more, you'll simply have to pay the difference. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs less, you'll have a credit towards your next booking with Virgin Gifts.
Cancellation Policy
Once you have scheduled a date and received a booking confirmation, all bookings are final and no cancellations can be made. Rescheduling requests are allowed up to 30 days prior to the experience; however, all rescheduling requests are subject to additional fees. Failure to appear on your booked date or to cancel and reschedule within 30 days of your booked date will result in the loss of the value of your experience. In the event that your experience is cancelled due to inclement weather, maintenance issues, or unforeseen circumstances, you will be able to reschedule directly with the experience provider.
Customer Reviews
The Nascar experience was amazing. If you want to satisfy your need for speed this is it.
Response from Virgin Gifts
Amazing! Thank you so much for sharing. Cheers to you, Kasia
If u have ever dreamed of driving a race car this is a must do !!! This is the real thing just u the car and the track. Can't describe the feeling you'll have to do it to understand. Would do the longest ride u can afford.
Response from Virgin Gifts
Hi Monte! We're happy to hear that a dream came true, that's what Cloud 9 Living is all about!
Had a great time in the car but was a bit disappointed in the quality of the in car video
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