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Full list of things to do for fans at the track during the May 29-31 race weekend
April 22, 2009
Joe Heller
Got your tickets for the upcoming May 29-31 NASCAR tripleheader weekend? Great! Besides all of the awesome on-track action, here’s a list of fun things to do at the Monster Mile on race weekend. Check back often as this page will be updated as events and activities are announced.
Click here to view the race week news & notes blog.
Updated May 27, 2009
ALL WEEKEND
- Free interactive displays in the FanZone
- Artist Howard Mathurine's art gallery near the Victory Plaza stage. Visit his display for a chance to win a NASCAR painting, or enter online now by clicking here.
- Live bands on the Victory Plaza stage
- Free round trip shuttle available for fans to Mike's Famous Harley-Davidson dealership in Smyrna, Del. Available Thursday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on race weekend. Shuttle stop located at the corner of Leipsic Rd. & Plaza Dr.
- High-flying motocross stunts of the Boost Mobile Freestylemx.com Tour in the FanZone
FRIDAY, MAY 29
Click here to purchase tickets for the AAA Insurance 200.
Johnny Benson and TJ Bell autograph session at the Victory Plaza stage
Time: 11:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
If you’re at the track on Friday don’t miss the autograph session with Red Horse Racing
teammates Johnny Benson, the defending NASCAR Camping World Truck Series champion, and young gun TJ Bell. Autograph session is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Live music on the Victory Plaza stage
Time: 12:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Liquid A
AJ Allmendinger Q&A at the Dodge Red Zone display in the FanZone
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Budweiser Celebrity Billiards Shootout in the Rollins Center
Time: Doors open at 6:15 p.m., tournament begins at 7 p.m.
The "Budweiser Celebrity Billiards Shootout" returns to the Rollins Center at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino on Friday night following the “AAA Insurance 200” NASCAR Camping World Truck Series race. Last year’s star-studded lineup saw Richard Childress Racing's Casey Mears take home the $ 10,000 prize for the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America.
For tickets, call 800-711-5882 or click here. $ 15 general admission, $ 30 VIP seating (includes food and drinks).
Personalities committed:
Casey Mears, No. 07 Jack Daniel's Chevrolet, NASCAR Sprint Cup Series
Brad Keselowski, No. 25 GoDaddy.com Chevrolet, NASCAR Sprint Cup Series
Clint Bowyer, No. 33 Cheerios/Hamburger Helper Chevrolet, NASCAR Sprint Cup Series
Ryan Newman, No. 39 U.S. Army/ Haas Automation Chevrolet, NASCAR Sprint Cup Series
Carl Edwards, No. 99 Aflac Ford, NASCAR Sprint Cup Series
Hermie Sadler, SPEED reporter
Wendy Venturini, SPEED reporter
Jamie Little, NASCAR on ESPN pit reporter
Shannon Spake, NASCAR on ESPN pit reporter
Brian Gurry, American Builder host
Herschel Walker, former NFL running back and 1982 Heisman Trophy winner
Click here for a highlight reel of last year's billiards shootout.
"Trackside Live!" on the SPEED Stage
Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Be there for the craziest party in NASCAR in front of the loudest fans. Legendary guests from the world of NASCAR drop in LIVE to look ahead at the big race. Join Steve Byrnes, Larry McReynolds, Jeff Hammond, Darrell Waltrip and guests as they work hard and play hard to bring a fun and insightful show LIVE from the track.
Steve Wallace to sign autographs at local WaWa convenience store
Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Wallace will be signing autographs on behalf of 5-Hour Energy this Friday, May 29th at the WaWa convenience store in Dover. The No. 66 5-Hour Energy show car will be on display as well. The WaWa Convenience Store is located at 2800 North DuPont Highway, Dover, DE 19901, less than one mile from the speedway.
Veteran NASCAR writer Monte Dutton to entertain fans with his guitar in the Terrace Lounge at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino
Time: 8 p.m. - midnight, Friday, May 29 & Saturday, May 30
Monte Dutton, veteran NASCAR writer for the Gaston Gazette in Gastonia, N.C., and weekly trade paper FasTrack, will perform with his guitar in the Terrace Lounge (near Gate 11) at Dover Downs Hotel & Casino on Friday and Saturday night. The self-taught guitarist is well known around the NASCAR circuit for his in-depth racing columns, but only one of his country tunes is about the sport. Click here to learn more about Monte.
SATURDAY, MAY 30
Click here to purchase tickets for the Heluva Good! 200.
NASCAR Nationwide Series driver autograph session in the FanZone
Time: 8:45 - 9:30 a.m.
Visit the "Official NASCAR Trackside Merchadise" trailer in the FanZone for an autograph sessions with some of the drivers from the NASCAR Nationwide Series including Jeffrey Earnhardt, Scott Wimmer, Peyton Sellers, Stephen Leicht, John Wes Townley, Scott Lagasse Jr., Ken Butler III, and more still to be announced. Fans must first stop by location and receive free autograph session ticket.
Sam Hornish Jr. & David Stremme Q&A at the Dodge Red Zone display in the FanZone
Time: 9:30 a.m.
See Penske Championship Racing drivers Sam Hornish Jr. and David Stremme appearing at the Dodge Red Zone display on Saturday morning.
Live music on the Victory Plaza stage
Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Love Seed Mama Jump
Jeffrey Earnhardt Q&A on the Victory Plaza stage
Time: 11:30 a.m.
See the newest member of the Earnhardt family to race in one of NASCAR's national series just hours before he attempts to make his first NASCAR Nationwide Series start.
The NASCAR Foundation Track Walk
Time: Immediately following the “Heluva Good! 200” race; kick-off at the SPEED Stage 6 p.m.
The popular NASCAR Foundation Track Walk returns giving fans the opportunity to walk together with selected NASCAR drivers, personalities or a special charity to benefit several great causes. Participants include Carl Edwards, Matt Kenseth, Darrell Waltrip, Joey Logano, David Ragan, Michael McDowell, AJ Allmendinger, Richard Petty, Reed Sorenson, Greg Biffle, Krista Voda, and Ryan & Krissie Newman.
Click here to register online for The NASCAR Foundation Track Walk at Dover.
The cost to register online is $ 30. Registration will also be available at the track on race weekend. Fans can visit The NASCAR Foundation hauler in the FanZone display area outside of Turn 4 on Friday, May 29 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. or Saturday, May 30 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The cost to register at the track is $ 35. Children 14 and under may walk for free with a registered adult. All participants, including online registrants, must stop by the registration booth on race weekend to sign waivers.
SUNDAY, MAY 31
Click here to purchase tickets for the Autism Speaks 400, presented by Heluva Good! Sour Cream Dips & Cheese.
Greg Biffle Q&A at the Monster Monument
Time: 9:45 a.m.
You saw him in Dover's Victory Lane last September, now see Greg Biffle at the Monster Monument hours before he tries to do it again.
MRN @ Full SPEED driver Q&A’s on the SPEED Stage, hosted by Mike Bagley
Time: 10 - 10:30 a.m.
Participating drivers include Casey Mears, David Reutimann and others.
Elliott Sadler Q&A at the Dodge Red Zone display in the FanZone
Time: 10:35 a.m.
Kurt Busch Q&A at the Dodge Red Zone display in the FanZone
Time: 10:40 a.m.
Elliott Sadler appearance at the Team TYLENOL® display in the FanZone
Time: 11 - 11:20 a.m.
Get what you need to Feel Better Fast at the Team TYLENOL® display. Stop by to get TYLENOL® Rapid Release Gel samples, pick up your Feel Better Fast Kit, take our trivia challenge or test your driving skills on our racing simulators for a chance to race against Elliott Sadler. Location is in FanZone next to New Holland and Libby's.
Kasey Kahne Q&A at the Dodge Red Zone display in the FanZone
Time: 11:20 a.m.
Richard Petty Q&A at the Dodge Red Zone display in the FanZone
Time: 11:30 a.m.
"NASCAR RaceDay" live at the SPEED Stage
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
LIVE, loud and never dull! The always-entertaining crew from “NASCAR RaceDay” gets you ready for the main event every weekend. Get up-to-the-minute analysis, driver interviews, race-day predictions and much more. John Roberts, Jimmy Spencer and Kenny Wallace are joined by Hermie Sadler and Wendy Venturini for fast paced coverage that will keep you in the driver’s seat. NASCAR on SPEED – Be there!
Sarah Darling, Black River Music Group recording artist, to sing National Anthem prior to the start of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race
Look for her new album Every Monday Morning on iTunes now and in stores on June 16th!
Great seats still remain for all three days! For tickets, call 800-441-RACE or click here.
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