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Gainesville Raceway

11211 N County Road 225, Gainesville, 32609
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Built in 1969, the Gainesville Raceway is one of the top drag strips in Florida. To bring attention to the new NHRA racing association, the track hosted the Gatornationals, which is an annual event that continues today. When qualifying for the race in 1992, Kenny Bernstein became the first driver in the association to reach a speed of more than 300 miles per hour. Even if you can't make it for Gatornationals, you can catch plenty of action during motorsports races. Get your Gainesville Raceway tickets today. Watch some of the top names in the field and some of the future superstars of drag racing with Gainesville Raceway tickets from StubHub.

What is the Gainesville Raceway seating capacity?

The Gainesville Raceway can seat a total of 30,000 race fans. Though it originally had a smaller capacity, renovations to the track in the past increased the number of seats available.

Where are the best Gainesville Raceway seats located?

Fans have mixed opinions of which seats are the best. Drag races can happen in a fraction of a second. When you sit close to the start line, you have the chance to see the engines reeving as the drivers get ready for the race. If you sit close to the finish line, you have the chance to see the winner make it over that line first. Some fans like sitting in the middle of the grandstands, which gives them a view of both the start and the finish.

Is there on-site parking?

You have the choice of parking in a Gainesville Raceway lot in your car or an RV. RV parking spots are available for overnight guests and perfect for those coming to competitions held over several days. Though these spots do not have full hookups, you can use a generator. Standard parking spots for daily visitors are also available.

Can you tell me about the food and drink offerings?

Close to the track are several restaurants, such as Newberry's Backyard BBQ. This restaurant is popular among race fans and racers who often stop by for a bite before and after a race. If you want to eat at the track, you'll find fare such as hamburgers and hot dogs. Most of the food served is quick service and easy to carry, which helps fans get back to their seats before the next race.

Are there other entertainment options nearby?

Fans of racing can watch the drag competitions at Gainesville Raceway and then enjoy some of the entertainment options nearby. Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park is one of the best places to see nature because of the numerous sinkholes and formations in the park. The Florida Museum of Natural History in Gainesville has a number of natural history displays but is also home to the Butterfly Rainforest, which is a natural habitat designed to help those insects survive. You may want to visit the Santa Fe Teaching College Zoo too, which is home to many different animals. Other local attractions include the Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail and Historic Haile Homestead.Back to Top