Austin ChastainAthens Banner-Herald
NASCARis coming back to Atlanta after an exciting race in February.
Atlanta Motor Speedway is hosting the Quaker State 400, which will serve as the first round of the NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs. The Cup Series race is set for 3 p.m. (ET) on Sunday, Sept. 8. Daniel Suarez won the series' first trip to the speedway this season with what was then the closest finish in NASCAR history, winning by 0.003 seconds.
William Byron won last year's Quaker State 400.
The NASCAR Xfinity Series is set to run the Focused Health 250 at 3 p.m. (ET) on Saturday, Sept. 7 before Sunday's big show. John Hunter Nemechek is the defending winner of the event.
Here is everything you need to know about the entire NASCAR race weekend.
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NASCAR Cup Series Quaker State 400 tickets at Atlanta Motor Speedway
Tickets are on sale nowon the track's websiteand available at Walmart, with weekend packages available on the website.There are not separate tickets available for the NASCAR Xfinity Series on Saturday, but fans may purchase the weekend package to see the Xfinity Series.
For Sunday's Cup Series race, adult tickets start at $49 with all kids tickets, for ages 12 and under, running just $10.
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How to buy weekend packages for Quaker State 400 NASCAR Cup Series race at Atlanta Motor Speedway
Fans are able to purchase passes to get the full NASCAR race weekend experience with Saturday's Xfinity Series race and Sunday's Cup Series race.
Adult fans can get the package for $69 while kids 12 and younger get in for $10.
How to find discounts and promotions for Quaker State 400 NASCAR Cup Series tickets at Atlanta Motor Speedway
College tickets:College students, using their college email address, may unlock discounts to get tickets for as low as $20.
Family Four Pack:Groups of four are available to get tickets for $99 online and must be purchased by Aug. 23. Fans are able to add tickets to the package for $24.75, a 50% discount.
Military discount (Miltix):Active duty and veterans are eligible to receive special pricing on tickets and camping. The tickets start at $34.
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Suite and VIP options for the Quaker State 400 NASCAR race
Most VIP experiences, including theCoca-Cola VIP Experienceare already sold out for this weekend's festivities. However, the VIP options will be available soon for next year's race so keep your eyes peeled and get your VIP tickets early. Here's what the 2024 package provides:
Lower Johnson Grandstand Ticket
- Chase Elliott Appearance
- Pre-Race Track Pass
- Garage Tour (subject to first-come, first-serve upon check in at VIP tent)
- Buffet & Coca-Cola Beverages
- Exclusive Coca-Cola Corner Access
Full weekend schedule for NASCAR Cup Series Quaker State 400 at Atlanta Motor Speedway
Thursday, Sept. 5
9 a.m.: AMS credentials open, gift shop and ticket office opens
2 p.m.: Infield campgrounds open
4 p.m.: Pedal power bike ride, starts at Gate 15
6:30 p.m.: SCC Laps for Charity
Friday, Sept. 6
9 a.m.: AMS credentials open, gift shop and ticket office opens
10:30 a.m.: NASCAR Cup Series hauler parade
11 a.m.: NASCAR credentials open
6 p.m.: THOR camper appreciation party, Gate 13 opens for Legends and Bandolero racing
6:30 p.m.: Legends and Bandolero racing
Saturday, Sept. 7
8:30 a.m.: Parking lots open
9 a.m.: AMS credentials open, Fan Zone opens, NASCAR Xfinity Series autograph session (armband required)
9:30 a.m.: NASCAR Credentials open
10:45 a.m.: Gates and suites open
11 a.m.: NASCAR Xfinity Series qualifying
12:30 p.m.: NASCAR Cup Series qualifying
2:25 p.m.: Driver intros for Focused Health 250
3 p.m.: Focused Health 250 (Stages: 40/40/83 laps)
8 p.m.: Peach Pit Party with music by Fooz Fighters tribute band
Sunday, Sept. 8
8:30 a.m.: SCC Hot Laps, Parking lots open
9 a.m.: Gift shop and ticket office opens, Fan Zone opens
10:30 a.m.: AMS, NASCAR credentials open
11 a.m.: Gates and suites open (Gates 1, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15)
11:45 a.m.: Pre-race track pass access open
12 p.m.: Trackside Live on the EchoPark Fan Stage
1 p.m.: SCC Live Auction on EchoPark Fan Stage, Gate 11 opens
12:55 p.m.: Zach Top pre-race concert on frontstretch
2:20 p.m.: NASCAR Cup Series red carpet walk
2:25 p.m.: Driver introductions
3 p.m.: Quaker State 400 (Stages: 60/100/100 = 400.4 miles)
Camping for NASCAR Cup Series Quaker State 400 at Atlanta Motor Speedway
Infield camping at Atlanta Motor Speedway
All infield camping for the NASCAR race weekend at Atlanta Motor Speedway is set for check in at 2 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 5 and check out by noon on Monday, Sept. 9.
GEICO Flock Brothers Infield- Cost:$100.Amenities:Showers, restrooms, security, concierge, shuttle/tram.
GEICO High Speed Corral:Cost- $100.Amenities:Showers, restrooms, security, concierge, shuttle/tram.
Georgia Beef Board Steak Showdown- Cost:$350 entry fee (includes one RV campsite in Flock Brothers campground, two weekend infield admission wristbands and one weekend vehicle pass).Amenities:Showers, restrooms, security, concierge, shuttle/tram.
Exterior camping at Atlanta Motor Speedway
All exterior camping for the NASCAR race weekend in Atlanta offers check in at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4 with a check out time by noon on Monday, Sept. 9.
Purchase of “Unreserved” campgrounds only guarantee a place to camp, not an actual spot. Spots will be assigned upon arrival.
- GEICO Accessible RV:Call ticket office for pricing.Amenities:Showers, restrooms, shuttle/tram
- GEICO Unreserved RV: Cost:$75 for the summer.Amenities:Showers, restrooms, concierge
- GEICO Legends RV (Dry): Cost:$150 for the summer.Amenities:Showers, restrooms, concierge
- GEICO Legends RV (Dry premium): Cost:$250 for summer only.Amenities:Showers, restrooms, concierge
- GEICO Family RV (Dry):Cost:$150 for the summer.Amenities:Showers, restrooms, security, concierge
- GEICO Family Tent Campground: Cost:100 for the summer.Amenities:Showers, restrooms, security, concierge
- GEICO Legends Tent: Cost:$125 for the summer.Amenities:Showers, restrooms, concierge
- GEICO Unreserved Tent: Cost:$75 for the summer.Amenities:Showers, restrooms, concierge
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