Wondering what to expect at this year’s race? Aside from the obvious tailgating and family fun time, we thought it might be good to mention some notable highlights (like our celebrity guest; see more below) on the official Weekend Schedule of Events sponsored by yours truly, Wonderful Pistachios. We’re only 10 days away from the WP 400, so you better start planning!
Thursday, September 8
Thursday kicks off our action-fueled weekend with a concert by country music extraordinaire, Dierks Bentley. Tickets range from $35-$55 and proceeds will benefit the Cullather Brain Tumor Quality of Life Center. If you’re in the giving mood earlier in the day, head over to the Blood Drive in the Old Dominion Building taking place from 12-5pm. Parking lots open at 4pm for all you hardcore tailgaters who intend on firing up the grill all three days.
Friday, September 9
Lasso up the family and head over to Chevy Fan Fest – a free interactive hospitality area that features games, show cars, and driver appearances that’s open to the public from 10am-7pm (also open Saturday). Drivers will also be going through a series of practices from 12-6pm.
Saturday, September 10
Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines! Don’t miss driver introductions at 7pm and watch the flag drop at 7:30pm! There’s also a post-race Spring Chase Celebration that will be crackin’ for all you party animals.
But most importantly, Wonderful Pistachios shenanigans will be happening all three days. We’ll be giving away free pistachios, hosting a game, and lounging around in our chill zone – a place for you to cool down and escape the sun’s rays for a bit. Did we mention R. Lee Ermey — this year’s Grand Marshal — aka our “Drill Sergeant” from last year’s commercial and retired United States Marine Corps drill instructor, will be signing autographs on Saturday from 11am-4pm? Come by and say hello!
Photo by Sherri Vegas
