Get ready for a high-octane weekend as the American Rebel Light NHRA 4-Wide Nationals roar into zMAX Dragway this weekend. For three days, the fastest drivers in motorsports will go head-to-head across four lanes, vying for the infamous Wally trophy. With heart-pounding speeds, electric passes and a fan experience packed with food, entertainment and non-stop excitement, this is one race weekend you don’t want to miss.
While the track isn’t the only place for loads of fun, check out some of the off-track can’t-miss attractions.
FRIDAY NIGHT OF FIRE
The actions kicks off Friday night with one of the most electrifying experiences of the weekend, Friday Night of Fire. Starting in the second round of nitro qualifying, fans will be treated to live music from DJ Desk, bursts of pyro, driver introductions and the ground-shaking roar of nitro machines launching down all four lanes for a full 44,000-horsepower sensory overload
ULTIMATE AUTOGRAPHS
Celebrate a historic milestone as NHRA marks its 1,000th Top Fuel race with a special autograph session Saturday at 9:30 a.m. at the Mission Foods Display. Fans can get an exclusive 1,000th hero card signed by a legendary lineup of Top Fuel winners, including inaugural winner Don Garlits, along with every 100th winner in Top Fuel history.
Plus, for the first time at the Bellagio of dragstrips, Samantha Busch will be on-site with her Shop Samantha Busch merchandise inside the Nitro Mall. Fans can join her for an autograph session on Saturday at 10:30 a.m.
MIDWAY MOTORCROSS
Saturday and Sunday, fans can watch the exhilarating and fascinating high-flying KSFMX freestyle motocross team in the midway as they perform freestyle tricks across a 300x40-foot ramp footprint. Get a front row seat to an astonishing stunt show right alongside team displays, show cars and interactive displays.
DON GARLITS RETURNS
Don Garlits, the father of drag racing who tallied up 17 NHRA world championships and 144 national event wins, will be on-site all weekend to join in on the 1,000th race festivities. Garlits will sign autographs during the Top Fuel autograph session, fire up one of his legendary dragsters in a nostalgic Cackle Fest on Friday and Saturday, lead fans down the 4-Wide lanes during the Seal Master Track Walk and cap off the celebration by presenting the commemorative 1,000th race trophy during Sunday’s final ceremonies.
FOUR-WIDE EATS
Hungry for more than horsepower? Check out the 4-wide bites all designed for on-the-go snacking. Grab a sealed saucer-shaped sandwich created with the UFO Burger Machine for a sweet or savory treat, each for $6, or go four-wide and get one of each for $20
Lane 1: “1000 Burger,” Hand-pattied burger with Thousand Island dressing, cheese and pickles
Lane 2: “Burnout Brisket,” In-house burnt end brisket, pico de gallo, fresh mole sauce and queso fresco
Lane 3: “Fluffer Nutter,” Peanut butter and marshmallow fluff
Lane 4: “Caramel Apple Pie,” Fresh apple pie filling with a rich caramel drizzle to top it all off
TICKETS
Fans can purchase tickets online at www.charlottemotorspeedway.com or by calling 1-800-455-FANS (3267). Every ticket is a pit pass, giving fans unmatched access to their favorite cars and rivers before a festival of 44,000 horsepower ignites the excitement.
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