FAN GUIDE
One lightweight backpack, day pack or clear backpack, approximately 18 X 18 X 4 inches, are permitted but are subject to search
Permitted Items:
- One backpack per person
- Maximum size - 18”x18”x14”
- Clutch or Fanny Pack
- Maximum size - 4.5”x 6.5”
- One soft-sided bag or cooler per person
- Maximum size 14”x14”x14”
- Sunscreen, Sunblock, Hand Sanitizer, and Bug Spray
- Aerosol, Gel, or Liquid Forms
- Pre-packaged and sealed food and beverage items in a bag or soft-sided cooler to include alcoholic beverages (NO GLASS)
- *Unless prohibited by state law
- Clothing/Blankets
- Ice
- Insulated Cups
- Maximum size of 64 oz
- Cameras, Binoculars, scanners and headsets that can be worn over the neck, belt or carried in a bag
- iPads, tablets and laptop computers
- Seat cushions without metal components
- Umbrellas
- Not for shade – rain use only
- Service animals
- Strollers
- Nationality flags attached to a pencil-sized wooden stick
- Flags may not obstruct any other fan’s view of events
Prohibited Items:
- Foam or hard-sided coolers, regardless of size
- ANY firearm
- Knives longer than 3 inches in length when closed or longer than 6 inches in length when open
- Utility tools (multi-purpose tool) with a knife blade longer than 3 inches
- Displays of the Confederate flag
- Animals/pets
- Fireworks
- Glass or ceramic containers of any kind
- Dry ice
- Laser pointers, noise makers, and air horns
- Aerosol cans (with the exception of sunscreen, sun block, hand sanitizer, and bug spray)
- Tripods and monopods that are either solid or collapsible
- Illegal substances of any kind
- Collapsible chairs
- Wagons
- Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), a/k/a “Drones”
- Frisbees, balloons, beach balls or any other projectile
- Skateboards, hover boards, roller skates, and bicycles
- Obscene or indecent clothing
*All guests and bags are subject to search. All other items may be refused if deemed inappropriate or unsafe at the discretion of management or on-site security. Items left at the entrance gate area will be removed and disposed of by Speedway staff. All guests are allowed to leave and re-enter by showing valid ticket or credential.
UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE POLICY - Chicagoland Speedway strictly prohibits the use of any unmanned aerial vehicles (“UAV”), also known as a drone, for any purpose whatsoever on Raceway Property. A UAV, for purposes of this policy, is any aircraft without a human pilot aboard. Raceway personnel may remove anyone using a UAV on Raceway property and/or confiscate the UAV until the event is over.
Chicagoland Speedway offers a two-day ticket package that includes the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race on Saturday, and a NASCAR Cup Series ticket for Sunday, Option to add ARCA Menards Series race on Friday for a complete weekend package.
Yes! We have two payment plan options including a two-part and four-part plan. Call us at 855-796-7223 for more information.
Camper load-in begins at 8am on Thursday, and continues through 11pm. More information on race weekend schedules to follow.
Yes, kids 12 and under are free for Friday's ARCA Menards Series race and Saturday's NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series. Kids tickets for the NASCAR Cup Series race on Sunday are 50% off for kids 12 and under.
General parking is free at Chicagoland Speedway. Preferred Parking is available for purchase for closest access to grandstands with additional space for tailgating.
Yes. You may bring one cooler per person. Food and drink are permitted in our grandstands in soft-sided coolers no larger than 14x14x14-inches. Telescoping handles on a cooler are OK if they fit within the 14x14x14 allowed dimensions. The hard plastic lining in your soft-sided cooler does NOT need to be removed. Glass is NOT allowed.
- A maximum of two bags per person are allowed through admission gates. Backpacks, diaper bags, clutch bags and fanny packs are permitted as long as they do not exceed a maximum size of 18”x18”x14”.
- Soft-sided coolers are permitted as long as they do not exceed a maximum size of 14”x14”x14.
- A combination of any of the above mentioned items will be allowed with the exception of the soft-sided coolers, which will be limited to one cooler per guest.
Cameras and binoculars are allowed, as long as they meet the above requirements. Camera bags must not be larger than a standard size backpack and will count as your bag allowance for the race.
If the race cannot be completed as scheduled, tickets will be honored on the rescheduled date. If you are unable to join us for the rescheduled date, you may exchange your tickets under the Weather Protection Policy.
General Parking is FREE! Free general parking is always available in our grass lots on a first-come, first-served basis.
Yes, we have premium parking with additional space for tailgating.
Bring your ADA permit, matching ID, and corresponding state-issued card to the track with you for access to the ADA lots.
Getting Here
Address: 500 Speedway Blvd, Joliet, IL. 60433
Conveniently located near I-80, take exit 130 from I-80 E/W.
Chicagoland Speedway is conveniently located approximately 4 miles from the Joliet train station. Click HERE to view train schedules.
- Upon arrival, have your mobile tickets ready. You will receive a campsite pass that must be displayed in your window and remain visible throughout your stay.
- The pass cannot be tampered with or altered from its original condition.
- Please be prepared for enhanced vehicle and person searches which may include K-9 units.
Unauthorized vehicles are prohibited on Chicagoland Speedway property. Vehicles include but are not limited to:
- Golf carts
- Electric or gas bikes or scooters of any kind
- Sand rails
- Dirt bikes
- All-terrain vehicles (ATVs or ATCs)
- Any off-road recreational vehicles
- A vehicle that is street-legal or licensed to operate on the roadway does not mean it is allowed on Chicagoland Speedway property. Chicagoland Speedway will review vehicles on a case-by-case basis and reserves the right to deem them unauthorized.
- Fireworks are prohibited in all campgrounds” and “No weapons of any kind are permitted on Chicagoland Speedway property.
- Single-person electric convenience vehicles are allowed to assist guests with disabilities.
- All guests with disabilities utilizing electric convenience vehicles must register the vehicle upon arrival. Vehicle registration must take place at the check-In locations prior to entry.
- Please do not use the shuttle roadway for walking, jogging, bike riding, skateboarding or other activities while shuttles are in service. It is important that the shuttle roadways are kept clear while in service.
- Please be respectful of the environment and your neighbors and please place all trash in trash cans.
- Campfires on the open, unprotected ground are PROHIBITED. Campfires in approved aboveground containers are allowed. Fires underneath awnings, dining canopies, or bonfires will not be allowed. Unusually dry conditions or county regulations may result in the prohibition of all open fires. Please do not place hot coals in trash cans or dumpsters.
- No stakes longer than 6” may be driven into the ground or
into any paved area. Any markings or writing on the ground, pavement, or any other Chicagoland Speedway property is prohibited. - Quiet hours are from 12 am – 6 am. Please be courteous to your neighbors and keep music/ talking to a level only heard in your RV site to not disturb other guests. Speakers must be maintained at a reasonable level and facing inward toward your camping space. Generators & speakers must be turned off during quiet hours
- Confederate flags, offensive signs, flags or banners, lewd behavior, and profanity, as determined by Chicagoland Speedway in its sole discretion, will not be tolerated.
- For your safety and that of other fans around you, only non-metallic flagpoles are permitted on Chicagoland Speedway. Please be aware of power lines and hazards at all times. Flagpoles are not permitted within 20 feet of an overhead power line.
- Carbon monoxide is dangerous and can cause death or bodily harm. For your own safety and the safety of those camping around you, please make sure that all generators, stoves, and related items are accompanied by proper ventilation systems. If your generator is not ventilated properly, you will be required to correct immediately or turn it off for the remainder of the event.
- No weapons of any kind are permitted on Chicagoland Speedway property.
- Riding a bicycle on the property is a privilege and can be restricted or eliminated if reckless behavior is observed. Vehicles and pedestrians have the right of way. Bicycles are not permitted through the grandstand gates or on shuttle roadways while shuttles are in service. Please walk bicycles in the camper pad. As in all matters, parents are responsible for the actions of their minor children. Electric bikes and scooters are not permitted.
- Unauthorized sales, marketing, or corporate hospitality are not allowed on Speedway property.
- Chicagoland Speedway (“Track”) strictly prohibits the use of any unmanned aerial vehicles (“UAV”), also known as a drone, for any purpose whatsoever on Track Property. A UAV for purposes of this policy is any aircraft without a human pilot aboard. Track personnel may remove anyone using a UAV on Track property and/or confiscate the UAV until the event is over.
- Fireworks, sky lanterns, water balloon launchers, super soakers, inflatable blimps, or other items deemed dangerous will not be allowed on Chicagoland Speedway property.
- Tampering with or moving light towers, port-a-johns, trash cans, or any other Chicagoland Speedway property is prohibited.
- Chicagoland Speedway is not liable for lost or stolen items.
- Chicagoland Speedway reserves the right to amend or implement rules at any time.
- RVs must exit the facility by noon following the final day of racing.
- Chicagoland Speedway strives to operate in a safe environment. Chicagoland Speedway does not discriminate but reserves the right to refuse service and admittance to any person if actions are deemed malicious, inappropriate, or abusive towards staff and/or other guests. All camping complaints/violations will be reviewed after each event weekend and multiple site visits and/ or repeat offenders may lose renewal privileges and will be notified by Chicagoland Speedway Management.
- DOG(s) are limited to two (2) per site
- DOG(s) are not left unattended outside at any time
- DOG(s) are kept on a leash at all times
- DOG(s) are welcome to take walks around your campground on a leash 6ft’ or shorter
- DOG(s) do not infringe on other sites occupied or vacant
- DOG(s) refrains from excessive barking
- DOG(s) owners are courteous and clean up after dog(s) in all areas of the campground
- DOG(s) enjoy some R&R in the camper while you are attending event(s) as they are not able to enter any admission gate or stroll in the fan plaza
- DOG(s) shot record papers are available should track personnel need to review them
- Quiet hours are from 12 am – 6 am. Please be courteous to your neighbors and keep music/ talking to a level only heard in your RV site so as to not disturb other guests. Speakers must be maintained at a reasonable level and facing inward toward your camping space. Generators & speakers must be turned off during quiet hours.
- Carbon monoxide is dangerous and can cause death or bodily harm. For your own safety and the safety of those camping around you, please make sure that all generators, stoves, and related items are accompanied by proper ventilation systems. If your generator is not ventilated properly, you will be required to correct it immediately or turn it off for the remainder of the event.
Ice will be available for delivery directly to your campsite during the following hours:
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Saturday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Sunday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
To place an order, call 276-378-4603 during the hours listed above.
Ice is available in 20 lb. bags for $15.00 each.
Payment: Card only (cash is not accepted).
Smart Map
Navigate Chicagoland Speedway like a pro. The Smart Map gives you a real-time, 360-degree look at the entire facility so you can find your seats, locate parking, restrooms, and concessions, and plan your route before race day.
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