NASCAR Ride Along - Richmond International Raceway

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About this experience

Experience the thrill of NASCAR racing as you ride shotgun with a professional driver in a 600 horsepower Sprint Cup NASCAR stock car at the Richmond International Raceway! Buckle up. You're in the for the ride of your life!

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Reviewed By:John DMay 2026

What's Included

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    Ride as a passenger in full-size, Sprint Cup stock car just like the ones raced by NASCAR legends such as Jimmie Johnson, Jeff Gordon, and Dale Jr.
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    Race with a professional racecar driving instructor and reach top speeds of 110 MPH!
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    To Actually Drive The Car Yourself, check out our Drive a Stock Car in Richmond experience!

What happens on the day

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Location

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Richmond International Raceway - Richmond, VA

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Important Details

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Essential Information

  • Participants must be in good overall physical condition, no taller than 6'7" and weigh no more than 300 pounds
  • There is no age limit to ride, however for safety reasons it is required that participants are a minimum height of 5'0" and a weigh at least 100 lbs
  • Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who must give written consent
  • Feel free to bring snacks and drinks to enjoy while you are at the track
  • Some seating is provided, however, it is recommended to bring lawn chairs to guarantee a seat for any spectators

Duration

3 or 6 lap packages; time at the track is approximately 2 - 3 hours

Experience Provider Info

Complete information for your Experience Provider, including contact information, will be included on your booking confirmation email once you or your gift recipient have scheduled the experience. Our Product Management team handpicks top-rated experience providers, removing the guesswork for you and ensuring your peace of mind.

Maximum Participants

1 per car

Spectators

We encourage friends and family to join you, and they may bring a camera to capture your experience! Limited seating is provided, so we recommend bringing lawn chairs to guarantee a seat for any spectators.

Weather Dependent

This experience is weather dependent. Always contact your experience provider in advance, especially if inclement weather is predicted! If inclement weather causes cancellation of your experience, you will be given the option to reschedule for another available date or be issued a gift card that you can use at a later date; both of these options will be carried out directly with the racing school. A refund will not be issued due to rain-outs.

What to Wear

Comfortable, casual clothing depending on the time of year. Closed toed shoes are required (tennis shoes are recommended). Sandals, flip-flops and heels are not permitted.

FAQs

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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

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Reviewed By:Bo EMay 2025

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$204

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