Preview The Monster Mile - Dover
Including Driver's Appearances, Ticket Prices, Schedule, Facility Info, What to do, ETC.
1131 N. Dupont Highway, Dover, DE 19901 Phone: 302-674-4600
TAX FREE
For all you shoppers in the crowd, Delaware is a tax free state. Also cigarette prices are cheap.
DIRECTIONS AND TRAFFIC INFO
From Baltimore, Washington and Richmond
Take US 50/301 through Annapolis, across the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. Proceed north on US 301 to Maryland 302. Turn right on 302 and follow signs to Dover. Or, take 1-95 north to Route 1 south, and get off in Dover, exit 104. Watch for signs to Dover International Speedway.
From New Jersey and North
Take New Jersey Turnpike south across the Delaware Memorial Bridge. Follow Route 13 south. Continue on Route 13/1 to Dover International Speedway.
From Philadelphia and Wilmington
Take 1-95 south from Philadelphia, through Wilmington, to Route 1 south. Follow Route 1 to Dover, exit 104.
From Norfolk Area
Cross the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel and follow US 13 north approximately 170 miles to Dover International Speedway
NEW EXIT PROCEDURE FROM LOT #1
A new exit procedure will be in place for Lot #1. Patrons parking in Lot 1 will now exit the same way they entered.
To control traffic flow, the State of Delaware has determined that guests will not be permitted to turn right onto Route 13 North following the race on Sunday. All traffic exiting Lot 1 will turn left at Buckson Drive, and then right onto Townsend Blvd, to Route 13 South.
TRAFFIC UPDATE FROM US: Huge problems going north. Definitely park on the side of the hwy. you need to be on to get out...we were going south and parked on the side of the road where we could turn right (no left turns)...also going south/west is the ticket...many people told me to do it even if I was going to eventually heading north....we left 1 hour after the race and sat in almost no traffic heading to the Chesapeake bay bridge to go to 95.
There was a HUGE traffic jam cause of the Redskins home game but we caught it on the cb and cut thru 301 south to catch 95 above Richmond....so if you are heading home in the Baltimore, DC or Philly areas (or one where the Giants or Jets play) make sure there isn't a home game on Sunday and if so grab a detailed map....and go an alternate route
Race Express Bus
"Race Express Bus" from the Blue Hen Corporate Center on US 113 to Dover International Speedway. This is a 12 minute ride. Cost of $20 per car includes parking and round trip bus service for everyone in your vehicle. Service begins at 8:00 a.m. and runs until one hour after the race. (exact change required). Shuttle Bus from Christiana Mall off of Route 1 to Dover International Speedway. Service begins at 7:30 a.m. Limited seating on a first-come, first-served basis. ALL CARRY-ON ITEMS MUST BE STORED UNDER YOUR SEAT. Cost of $10.00 per person includes parking and round trip bus service (exact change required). Call (302) 652-DART or visit
Route 1 E-Zpass Express Lanes
Route 1 E-Zpass Express Lanes. These high-speed express lanes are located on the left side of the toll plazas. Look for the express lanes to keep traffic moving through the toll plazas
Dover International Speedway Schedule 2009
Thursday, September 24
NASCAR Camping World Series 
Practice 2:00pm-3:10pm
NASCAR Camping World Series Final practice 3:50pm-5:00pm
Friday, September 25
Grandstand Gates Open 9:00am
NASCAR Nationwide Series Practice 9:30am-10:50am
NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Practice 11:00am-12:30pm
NASCAR Camping World Series Qualifying 12:40pm
NASCAR Nationwide Series Final practice 1:50pm-3:00pm
NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Qualifying 3:10pm
NASCAR Camping World Series Pre-race activities & driver introductions 4:30pm
NASCAR Camping World Series Start of Sunoco 150 4:45pm
Saturday, September 26
Grandstand gates open 9:00am
NASCAR Nationwide Series Qualifying 10:35am
NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Practice 12:30pm-1:15pm
NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Final practice 1:50pm-2:50pm
NASCAR Nationwide Series Pre-race activities & driver introductions 3:00pm
NASCAR Nationwide Series Start of Dover 200 3:30pm
Sunday, September 27
Grandstand gates open 9:00am
NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Pre-race activities 12:30pm
NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Driver introductions 1:30pm
NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Start of Dover 400 2:00pm
TICKETS PRICES/PACKAGES 2009
Pit Passes 2009
Unfortunately Dover International Speedway does not sell Pit Passes to the public. The people you see on Pit Road likely got their passes from connections with racing teams, or are working members of the media.
Dover International Speedway and World Access to offer event ticket insurance
If an event at the Monster Mile is postponed due to weather — as it was for the June 3, 2007 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series race — fans who opt for event ticket insurance can now take comfort knowing that they will receive a full refund if they must work on the date of the rescheduled event. The event ticket insurance is available for 5 % of your total purchase, with a $ 6.25 minimum. If a medical issue, a traffic accident, a mechanical breakdown, or any of the other covered categories prevent the insured from attending an event, 100% of the ticket price, including shipping fees, is returned to the covered person. For more information, visit www.DoverSpeedway.com or by call the ticket office at 800-441-RACE. MORE
FALL Hospitalities 2009
Rusty Wallace, artist Sam Bass and driver Kyle Busch will all participate in a hosted question-and-answer session exclusive to Monster Mile Club ticket holders on Sunday, Sept. 27.
The Turn 4 Club, an all-inclusive option FOR sATURDAY that includes a race ticket, food and beverage service, and an official race program, is now available to all race fans at the Monster Mile. 37.00 MORE INFO
STUFF TO DO
Driver Appearances
Appearances are posted from a week before race day up until a few days before. Many times there isn't advanced notice, go by the souvenir haulers and look for the signs. (Go on Friday if possible)
For driver appearances and things to do while you're in town check the Dover Post's race week supplement "Beyond The Track" available at convenience stores, restaurants or by stopping by their office.
FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 25
Sam Bass autograph session 3 – 4 p.m., Victory Plaza tent
With more than 25 years experience in NASCAR, Sam Bass, NASCAR’s first officially licensed artist, is known for his creative designs and artistic output that brings his passion for motorsports to life in the form of artwork. Grab a copy of the track’s souvenir program featuring Bass’s artwork on the cover to have the artist autograph. Autograph session is on a first-come, first served basis. www.doverspeedway.com
NASCAR Camping World Series autograph session Time: 2 – 2:30 p.m.
Stop by the Camping World tent store in the FanZone outside of Turn 4 and snag an autograph from most of the drivers in the East Series just hours before they take to the track for their final race of the season. Autograph session is on a first-come, first served basis.www.doverspeedway.com
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
NASCAR Nationwide Series driver autograph session in the FanZone
Time: 9:15 – 10 a.m. Visit the "Official NASCAR Trackside Merchandise" trailer in the FanZone for an autograph session with select regulars from the NASCAR Nationwide Series. Confirmed drivers include Clint Bowyer, Stephen Leicht, John Wes Townley, Eric McClure, Morgan Shepherd and Ken Butler III. Fans must first stop by location and receive a free autograph session ticket.ww.doverspeedway.com
Sam Bass autograph session 1 – 2 p.m., Victory Plaza tent With more than 25 years experience in NASCAR, Sam Bass, NASCAR’s first officially licensed artist, is known for his creative designs and artistic output that brings his passion for motorsports to life in the form of artwork. Grab a copy of the track’s souvenir program featuring Bass’s artwork on the cover to have the artist autograph. Autograph session is on a first-come, first served basis.www.doverspeedway.com
Sunday Sept. 27
Jimmie Johnson Q&A at the Monster Monument
Reigning NASCAR Sprint Cup champion and May 2009 Dover winner Jimmie Johnson will appear at the Monster Monument at 11:15 a.m. on Sunday morning for a Q&A session free to all fans! www.doverspeedway.com
Sam Bass autograph session 12 – 1 p.m., Victory Plaza tent With more than 25 years experience in NASCAR, Sam Bass, NASCAR’s first officially licensed artist, is known for his creative designs and artistic output that brings his passion for motorsports to life in the form of artwork. Grab a copy of the track’s souvenir program featuring Bass’s artwork on the cover to have the artist autograph. Autograph session is on a first-come, first served basis.www.doverspeedway.com
Casey Mears is scheduled to sign autographs and greet fans at the jack Daniel's merchandise trailer located in the Dover Int'l Speedway midway on Sunday, September 27, 2009 at 10:30am/et. A limited number of tickets are available prior to his appearance and issued on a first-come, first-serve basis. www.jayski.com
Think you have what it takes to beat Elliott Sadler? Stop by the TEAM TYLENOL® display at Dover International Speedway for more details. www.sadler.com
David Stremme & other drivers are scheduled to appear for a special question-and-answer session on the SPEED Stage as part of MRN @ Full SPEED at Dover Motor Speedway on Sunday, September 27, 2009 at 9:30am/et. www.jayski.com
David Regan will be signing autographs at his merchandise hauler. Tickets will be distributed earlier that day. 11:00 am - 11:20 am www.DriverAppearances.com
Martin Truex Jr. is scheduled to make a 15 minute appearance at the Vaseline MEN display space on the Dover International Speedway midway on Sunday, September 27, 2009. The driver will stop by to answer questions from fans at 10:45am Eastern.www.jayski.com
Sam Hornish is scheduled to sign autographs at the Penske Racing souvenir trailer on Sunday, September 27, 2009 from 9:30 - 10:00am/et at Dover International Speedway. www.jayski.com
“Hook’em & Hold’em” Foundation Poker Tournament Wednesday, Sept. 23,
Martin Truex Jr. will move his competitive edge from the race track to the golf course and poker tables in the days preceding the running of the Dover 400 at Dover International Speedway.
Fellow on-track competitors Ryan Newman and Kyle Busch will join the New Jersey native, along with 250 poker players who will join forces to raise funds to benefit children in need in the New Jersey and North Carolina areas. Tickets are available for $ 200 which includes buy-in and is limited to the first 250 participants. Due to casino regulations access to this event is only available to poker participants. However, a silent auction will be open to the general public. Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event. MORE
"Budweiser Celebrity Billiards Shootout" FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
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 “Sunoco 150” NASCAR Camping World Series race.
Personalities committed (as of Sept. 21):
Ryan Newman, No. 39 U.S. Army Chevrolet, NASCAR Sprint Cup Series
Casey Mears, No. 07 Jack Daniel's Chevrolet, NASCAR Sprint Cup Series
Kasey Kahne, No. 9 Budweiser Dodge, NASCAR Sprint Cup Series
Matt Carter, No. 61 Specialty Racing, NASCAR Nationwide Series
Hermie Sadler, SPEED reporter
Wendy Venturini, SPEED reporter
Jamie Little, NASCAR on ESPN pit reporter
Shannon Spake, NASCAR on ESPN pit reporter
Jack Garcia, former FBI agent
Katie Stam, Miss America 2009
Tickets can be purchased in advance by clicking here, or by calling the Dover Downs Hotel & Casino at 800-711-5882. Tickets are on sale now for $ 15 for general admission and $ 30 for VIP seating.www.doverspeedway.com
FROM MICHAEL B.: call instead of doing the online thing. I started to do it online and it would have cost me atleast another $5.00 per ticket to print at home. However, I called and all I was charged was the ticket price. all I have to do is check in at the will call table inside the casino when it opens and I will have my tickets without that handle fee that I would have been charged.
Other Stuff to do on FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
Live music with Jeff Miller on the Victory Plaza stage Time: 12:30 – 4:30 p.m.
The National Tailgating League – Friday open play 6 p.m. The NTL, a newly formed organization created to sanction and execute organized tailgating games including cornhole, ladder golf and washer toss competitions, will be setup in the FanZone display area outside of Turn 4 throughout the weekend. Doubles cornhole tournaments will take place on Saturday and Sunday and the games will be open to all race fans at the track. Pre-registration is required by GOING TO THE DOVER WEBSITE
Each of the three weekend tournaments will hold up to 64 teams of two and team registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
"Trackside Live!" on the SPEED stage 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 Elliott Sadler, Steve Byrnes, Larry McReynolds, Jeff Hammond and guests as they work hard and play hard to bring a fun and insightful show LIVE from the track.www.doverspeedway.com
Other Stuff to do on Saturday Sept. 26
Live music with The Zone on the Victory Plaza stage Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Kids from Dover’s hit “Big wheels of NASCAR” TV commercial autograph session
Time: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Victory Plaza tent You've seen them on TV racing around the Monster Monument, now you can see them in person at the track! The child stars from the "Big Wheels of NASCAR" TV commercial promoting Dover's 2009 races will sign autographs on Saturday morning. Click here to view the commercial and see the kids in action!
The National Tailgating League – Saturday competition 10 a.m., 12 p.m. and 2 p.m.
The NTL, a newly formed organization created to sanction and execute organized tailgating games including cornhole, ladder golf and washer toss competitions, will be setup in the FanZone display area outside of Turn 4 throughout the weekend. Doubles cornhole tournaments will take place on Saturday and Sunday and the games will be open to all race fans at the track. Pre-registration is required by clicking here.
Each of the three weekend tournaments will hold up to 64 teams of two and team registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants in Saturday’s amateur cornhole tournaments will compete for race-related experiences such as race tickets, suite passes and other once-in-a-lifetime opportunities including driver meet-and-greets and private pit tours! www.doverspeedway.com
Other Stuff to do on Sunday Sept. 27
Trailer Choir concert on the Victory Plaza stage 10 a.m. Trailer Choir will also perform the national anthem prior to the start of the AAA 400 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race.
MRN @ Full SPEED driver interviews Time: 9:30 a.m., SPEED stage
See NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver David Stremme and other drivers at the SPEED stage for a special question-and-answer session hosted by on-air talent from the Motor Racing Network.
"NASCAR RaceDay" live at the SPEED stage 11 a.m. – 1 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!
The National Tailgating League – Sunday competition 10 a.m.The NTL, a newly formed organization created to sanction and execute organized tailgating games including cornhole, ladder golf and washer toss competitions, will be setup in the FanZone display area outside of Turn 4 throughout the weekend. Doubles cornhole tournaments will take place on Saturday and Sunday and the games will be open to all race fans at the track. Pre-registration is required by clicking here.
Each of the three weekend tournaments will hold up to 64 teams of two and team registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Sunday's main event tournament will see the teams compete for a purse of $ 2,500!
SPEED TV STAGE & TRACKSIDE LIVE
The SPEED stage is located outside of Turn 4 at Dover International Speedway. Just look for the SPEED tower - you can’t miss it! Trackside Live! at 7:00
DOVER INT’L SPEEDWAY FAN ZONE
The FanZone, located outside of Turn 4 at the Speedway, features eight acres of attractions for fans of all ages throughout the race weekend. Just feet from the Monster Monument at Victory Plaza, fans can do everything from take in a free BMX stunt show with the high-flying acrobatics of “Hell on Wheels,” grab a free sample of Heluva Good! cheese dip and chips, browse the latest Monster Mile merchandise and buy a few accessories for your RV at the Camping World tent store.
Other Stuff To Do
The state's capital city, Dover, dates back to the late 1600s so as you can imagine there is plenty of history just waiting on you to explore. There are ten nationally recognized Museums, and the world's largest cargo plane, stationed at Dover Air Force Base. The historic Green and Lockerman Streets are great places for strolling or shopping. There are quaint shops and also historic buildings, especially if you walk along State Street. Delaware is a tax-free shopping state.
Like to Gamble? Adjacent to the track is a facility that includes 2,500 slot machines ranging from penny to one hundred dollars. The Casino is 100% Smoke Free.
Close by at the Delaware State Fairgrounds is another Casino.
Delaware is home to many beautiful beaches at Bethany Beach, Dewey Beach, Fenwick Island, Lewes, Georgetown and Rehoboth Beach. Don’t want to drive to the shore? Go to Silver Lake's popular park and beach areas located right in Dover. It is located between downtown Dover and the DuPont Highway strip of shopping centers and chain restaurants. It has a small sandy beach, picnic pavilions with barbeque grills, walking paths, and several fishing spots. You may also see people boating and water skiing in the lake.
Air Mobility Command Museum at Dover Air Force Base features a collection of vintage planes and historical artifacts tracing the origins of the base back to World War II. The museum is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
OTHER IMPORTANT SPEEDWAY INFO
What gates are open on what days
Thursday: Gates 2, 3, 4
Friday: Gates 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 19, 20
Saturday: Gates 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 15, 16, 19, 20
Sunday: All Gates
Glass containers are NOT permitted in grandstands.
Please do NOT drop cans or trash through grandstand bleachers.
Please STAY AWAY from track safety fence at all times.
Please LEAVE ROOM for emergency vehicle access while in any line.
Please BE RESPONSIBLE in the consumption of alcoholic beverages.
South & North Grandstands - Rows 31 and above are accessible by elevators or staircases. Cannot access from the lower level Grandstand area. Restrooms & Concession Stands are available on this level.
Mist Tents
Courtesy Mist Tents are available to give you a refreshing break. The gentle mist
that falls from the top of these tents provide a quick pick up from the sun and
heat. Remember to wear sunscreen, drink plenty of fluids and consume alcohol
responsibly. Tents are located under the Grandstands at gates 2, 6, 9 & 15.
Disabled Persons Information
Parking
Locations are shown on the facility map
To park in the disabled parking areas, the patron must have a permanent disabled hang tag or license plate, which can be obtained through your city or state. These areas will be monitored to assure spaces are being properly used.
Disabled Seating
Dover International Speedway seeks to provide reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact the speedway ticket office at 1-800-441-7223 in a timely manner to arrange for appropriate accommodations.
Wheelchair access is available for disabled guests. There is seating for one accompanying individual next to the wheelchair space. All others must go to the closest available seating area.
For Friday and Saturday events, elevator 4 is available for seating in sections 115-121, rows 31-35 in the South Grandstand only.
ADA Transportation
Courtesy golf cart transportation is available to assist disabled patrons with transportation from parking areas to admission gates. Each disabled parking lot has a sign designating the pickup area. Telephones are located at all gates for your convenience. While we would like to transport everyone in the party with the disabled patron, space and time is limited. We are only able to transport the disabled patron and one companion. Volunteers are moving customers as quickly as possible.
For the Sunday Event the grandstand access is as follows:
South Grandstand
All sections - row 31-60, elevators 4-9
Sections 121 & 122, row 1, ramp 3
Sections 154-156, row 1, ramp 9
Allison Grandstand
Section 105, row 0, ramp 3
Petty Grandstand
Sections 103 & 104, row 0, ramp 3
Earnhardt Grandstand
Sections 235-239, row 17, ramp 19
North Grandstand
Sections 206 & 210, row 1, ramp 19
All sections, row 31-60, elevator 14-16
Air Conditioned Grandstand
All sections, elevator at the south end of the building
Please note: Wheelchair seating is available only in row 31 in the North and South Grandstands and elevators access only row 31. Also, entrance through Gate 1 is only permitted when no other access is available.
Services:
EXPRESS LANES
Express lanes will be at each gate to expedite entrance to the grandstands. Express Lanes will only admit fans without a cooler or bag.
Will Call Tickets:
All pre-paid tickets can be picked up at their respective will call window.
Go to East Will Call at Gate 4 for:
North Grandstand, all sections
Earnhardt Grandstand, all sections
Petty Grandstand, all sections
Allison Grandstand, all sections
South Grandstand, all sections
ATM Machines
Located on the first floor of the Air Conditioned Grandstand (enter the building near the main ticket office) & at Gate 4. PNC Bank Machines.
Parking:
Friday and Saturday - Free Parking
General Parking on Sunday (race day) is $5 per vehicle.
Our parking lots, on the east (outdoor grandstand) side of the speedway are available for parking Sunday (race day) for a fee of $10.00.
Ground fires are NOT permitted in the parking areas.
Please do NOT erect any flags or other structures within 100 feet of any telephone or power lines.
You are parking at YOUR OWN RISK. Please lock your vehicle at all times.
Please OBSERVE all signs. Stay OUT OF restricted areas and OBEY instructions from Dover International Speedway personnel.
Please BE RESPONSIBLE with the consumption of all alcoholic beverages.
Please BE COURTEOUS to other guests. Let's make Dover International Speedway an even more exciting and enjoyable place for all race fans.
Car Parking
There is a $50.00 OVERNIGHT PARKING FEE for all vehicles who enter the lines for the infield prior to Sunday (12:01a.m.) $35
Van & Pickup parking
There is a $50.00 OVERNIGHT PARKING FEE for all vehicles who enter the lines for the infield prior to Sunday (12:01a.m.) $35
YOU MAY enter the grandstands with the following:
ONE hard sided or soft-sided insulated cooler or bag (may contain ice), not larger than 14 inches in width.Examples: scanner bag, fanny pack, purse, binocular bag or camera bag
ONE additional clear plastic bag, not larger than 18 X 18 X 4 inches - may not contain ice
ONE seat cushion
Headsets, scanners, cameras, binoculars, NOT IN A BAG, worn separately around your neck or belt, are also permitted.
No person shall be permitted to enter the grandstands with more than 2 bags. (one cooler or bag and one clear plastic bag of the types described above)
You may not purchase a seat for your cooler or bag.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
YOU MAY NOT enter the grandstands with ANY of the following:
glass containers
liquor or wine
strollers
umbrellas
any bag, backpack or container larger than described above
knives or weapons
fireworks
pets
any other item we determine to be a safety or health risk
NO items may be left at the gate
BEER
Beer must be in a can and must be in a cooler. Beer cannot be carried as a pack or separately. NO beer balls.
HAHAHAHA I can see bubbas with their beer balls
sitting in the grandstands watching the race!!!
