Side-by-Side Dragster Race at Darana Motorsports Park
About this experience
Experience the thrill of racing head-to-head during this unforgettable dragster challenge at Darana Motorsports Park!
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What's Included
- Full-day driving experience with liability reduction package
- Work with NHRA World Champion Frank Hawley and his staff
- Begins with classroom, in-car, and on-track instruction
- Includes a warm-up run and two full runs
- Race against other driver's in a tournament-style competition!
What happens on the day
Ready, set, race!
Your day kicks off with expert classroom, in-car, and on-track instruction from the legendary Frank Hawley and his team. Next, you’ll hit the track for your first taste of racing with a warm-up run, followed by two full runs.
Once you’ve proven your skills, it’s time for the real deal! Step up to the starting line and race head-to-head with other drivers in a thrilling, tournament-style elimination. But don’t worry—before you compete, you’ll receive expert tips on improving your reaction times and mastering the timing system.
The more wins you rack up, the more runs you’ll get to make, and the closer you’ll be to claiming your bragging rights as champion!
Darana Motorsports Park: Formerly known as the GALOT Motorsports Park, this state-of-the-art facility is located just 40 minutes outside of Raleigh and is the perfect spot to unleash your inner racer. You'll feel like a total legend as you tear down the same concrete dragstrip the pros call home!
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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!
Select Dates Only:
8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
June 9, 2026
*Frank Hawley's Drag Racing School visits different dragstrips throughout the year, with each visit lasting only one exhilarating day. For the best availability, we recommend redeeming and booking your experience as soon as possible.
Important Details
Essential Information
- Participants must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license
- Not recommended for participants exceeding 6'5"
- Participants cannot exceed 300 pounds
- Helmets, collar, gloves, arm restraints, and racing suits will be provided
- Liability reduction fee included
- Drivers must demonstrate proper skills and judgment to advance from the practice runs to the competitive runs
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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 received a booking confirmation, cancellations and rescheduling are allowed up to 30 days prior to the experience. However, all cancellation and rescheduling requests are subject to additional fees. Failure to appear on your booked date or to cancel and reschedule at least 30 days prior to your booked date will result in the loss of the value of your experience.
