Friday's race canceled with no notice -- I arrived and found a group standing by the locked gate…read more I had emailed Jason (track promoter) all week about the race but not a single reply. Even as we stood at the locked gate, the track's webpage indicated that the race was scheduled. One of the people trying to get in called on the phone and the recording talked about the race with no indication that it had been cancelled. People were pretty upset.

Great race track. Ample seating. Several choices of vendors. Announcers are clear to understand…read more Parking is ample.

It's not Talladega but it's a real managable experience getting there and not overpriced, love to…read morebring the nephews when they're in town they're becoming race fans for sure.

We were fortunate enough to participate in a race event at Bowman Gray which my company sponsored…read more As part of the sponsorship we were provided parking passes and entry tickets. Some of us also had access to a suite just below the announcers booth. This was a cool experience because we got to watch the race while enjoying the comforts of air conditioning, theater style seats and a small balcony. All employees and their families were provided complimentary tickets to the event. Sponsoring the race also included opportunities to present winners trophies, tour the pit prior to the race and even ride in the pace car. I was given the opportunity to ride in the pace car for a 20 lap race. I know that most do not get the same experience that I had but if ever given the chance you should take it. This was an amazing experience at a racetrack that is a NASCAR legend. We had never been to anything like this and weren't sure what to expect. There are plenty of opportunities to purchase food at one of the concession stands. Typical event food such as pizza, chicken tenders and fries, hot dogs, BBQ sandwiches, nachos, etc. are available at reasonable prices. There are also specialty vendors which we assume change depending on the race. Tonight, there were opportunities to have apple cider mini doughnuts, ice cream, boiled peanuts, cookies, deep fried Oreos and frozen drinks. They also have merch for purchase. It appears that at one end of the stadium is the beer garden area but we did not check that out. We did not see alcohol served anywhere else but the suites and beer garden area. It does appear that coolers are allowed. There were signs when exiting the suites that said, "No alcohol beyond this point". Overall, this was a great experience.

First time visiting Franklin County Speedway since 1997. Nothing has changed. On this visit we had…read morea $15 per person cover to enter. The road is semi maintained and one way in one way out. Parking. There really isn't any organized parking. You park on the grass by the track in about as organized as the others make it. There is several food vendors here in buildings that are from the 1970's. Nothing modified and probably not sanitary what so ever. There is concrete step seating so being your own chair. The sound system has blown speakers and is incredibly outdated. The lights are illuminated for the least amount of time possible. The track is in need of repairs. It hasn't been maintained as is should be. The race ends at midnight due to county restrictions. On this evening there were more red flags than I've ever experienced in a race. Every race was cut short by at least 10 laps. It was, as anyone from the area can attest, a disappointment.

Great track. Asphalt is mostly great. Lay out fantastic. Facilities within the compound are the…read moreenvy of most others. Such a fine setting to play at speed.

An elite road course in the U.S. Great staff and always improving to provide better amenities and…read morecustomer experiences. The IMSA Sports Car race that I attended was a wonderful weekend. Hope one day they can get more world-class spectator events.

YYYYYYYYYEEEEEEEEEE HHHHAAAWWWWWWWWWW…read more Motor mile track racing, nestled in the heart of mountains, this track boasts not just stock car racing, but also a drag strip. I'm not sure if the drag strip is a 1/4 or 1/8 mile, but you can see (and hear) it from the motor mile. Students get in free, everyone else is 10$. College students are included in the free. Food and beer is cheap, everyone is pretty friendly here. One note, there are not chairs or bleachers, so you'll be sitting on scaffolded concrete unless you bring in a folding chair, which many people do. Smoking is allowed since it's outside. Great place to be, just make sure when you're parking, that you can get out if need be. General (free) parking is on a huge hill.

This being my first time to a speedway race track, I would like to offer a few observations:…read more- Bring your own beer - Some of the hardest arena seats I have sat on, bring a cusion - 125 laps, the race started with 25 cars, at the end there were ony 12 left - Hardly any cover when it rains, and it rained a lot - The machine they use to dry the tracks is so small, its like drying a mile of wet road with a hair dryer - A lot of families - It's Loud! Bring ear plugs - I never thought I would say this, but the urinals at Penn Station are no longer the worst restroom faciities I have seen

The facility was larger than I expected. 3/8 mile fast track. Some great races. Although when we…read morewere looking at the track itself, it looks like it needs some desperate repair. There are lots of wide cracks in the pavement. We paid $20 for parking and we were given 2 free tickets to get in. I thought it was a little different. They have a six pack maximum you can bring in and the sign said the cooler had to be no larger than 12in x 12in but we saw people that had slightly larger coolers. Be prepared to wait in line for food and beer. I.giggled at the sign on the side of the food stand because it said "fast food." There was nothing fast about it. Although it appeared the workers were working very hard...I just don't think they could cook and fry as quick as demanded. Instead of sitting in the bleachers, I think next time I will take my chair and sit along turn 3.

nice little mom and pop shop in central Virginia directly on the beaten path but still a…read moresignificant ways out of the way regardless. after dropping the cutest of chicks off at CLT to go to FLA I have the rest of the afternoon to try to stay out of trouble... it's just a couple hours to get here and I get to meet some new faces and go roundy round for a couple bucks. the raceway is currently housed in a simple building on highway 460 just west of Appomattox with SLOT CAR RACING spelled out in 24-inch letters. yeah, totally subtle... current tracks include road, oval, and straight line. I will generally drive the road courses when I'm out because it's all driver-vs-track with up to seven other contests going on at roughly the same time... high banks mean high speed and the Gerding King road course is both. even the main straight is tilty! thought my car was going to slide off the track when I set it down on orange; it was moving sort of slideways and hanging on the guide as I started my first lap because the tilt is that aggressive! felt totally out classed and way out of my league for a long minute... but that brief bit of uncertainty makes Mach 1 stand out for me and the need to stay fast all the way around builds character - the skill part is knowing when to "fast" and when to brake. drags and ovals are generally better with a couple other racers to taunt and tease and are usually populated by a dedicated and friendly group on race day. circle track racers are a peaceful and happy people, but like all 'cults' it can take up a good deal of your time and resources ;-) Mach 1 has what it takes to get you on the track and keep you there: they have rentals to get you started or you can pick up ready to drive or build-it-yourself cars in your choice of styles and colors, plus parts and accessories to personalize whatever it is you decide to run. I have a basic factory built that can mostly keep up. I'm not likely to win any serious competition but I'm on the track here and there and elsewhere primarily for the adventure...

I was out in Martinsville Virginia at the Speedway last week for the Cookout 400 which is part of…read morethe NASCAR Cup Series. It was a work related trip of sorts and it was my first time at a NASCAR race. It won't be the last since the company I work for has three more the rest of the year (Nashville, Talladega and Daytona). I'm looking forward to it and I'll review those tracks after I visit. The track itself is one of the oldest and shortest on the circuit. It's nestled on a hilly stretch off 220 (Greensboro Rd) on the south side of town. Surprisingly it was fairly easy to get in and out of the parking lot before and after the race. The Sherriff's Deputies and Virginia State Troopers kept traffic moving. I was able to go down to Pit Row which was fantastic. I was able to see what takes place behind the scenes and it's fascinating. I literally had a blast. The food options here are akin to your typical state fair menu. Corn Dogs, Burgers, Fried Chicken, Buckets of Fries, etc etc.. They have the "famous" Martinsville hot dog. I didn't partake in any of that because my company had a suite and food was provided there. Plus, I'm on a keto based diet so all of that kind of food is a "no no" right now. Maybe next time. Overall it was a great experience. The track and stands are nice and the people were great. If you're a race fan this may be on your list of tracks to visit. Y'all will have a good time.

Went to the Spring NASCAR race. First time at this track. I have to admit - they did a great job…read morewith crowd control, traffic, etc. It was easy to get in and out and everything was well marked. The restrooms (including the portable toilets in the parking areas) were serviced frequently so they were pretty clean. They offered golf cart "ADA" rides anyone needing a lift to/from parking and the track. The vendor food was ridiculously expensive but that's no surprise. For the events - no seat was a bad one. I would definitely go to this venue again!