There will be plenty for race fans to enjoy away from the track before and during the Toyota/Save Mart 350 Infineon Raceway, June 19-21 (Father's Day weekend). From a chance to walk around the 10-turn road course to entertainment by world-class artists, there's sure to be something for everyone.
Kasey Kahne Custom Chopper Raffle
Infineon Raceway and Kasey Kahne have combined on the Kasey Kahne Custom Chopper Raffle, with all proceeds going to the Sonoma Chapter of Speedway Children's Charities and the Kasey Kahne Foundation. This machine was built for Kahne by Orange County Choppers, and you can win it. Call for raffle tickets ($9) at 800-870-RACE. Also, look for the chopper display at the track.
Top Drivers Headline PRN Up to SPEED Fan Q&A Sessions
Do you have a pressing question for some of NASCAR's top stars? Well, don't miss your chance to hear the answer during two "PRN Up to SPEED" fan question-and-answer sessions. Infineon Raceway has worked with Toyota, PRN and SPEED to bring some of the top stars directly to you during two interactive sessions slated for Friday and Sunday. The sessions will be hosted by the familiar voices of Doug Rice and Brad Gillie from the Performance Racing Network (PRN). The best part? You get to ask the questions! Be sure to check out the question-and-answer sessions slated for:
- Friday, June 19, 2:15 p.m.: Brian Vickers, Scott Speed, Robby Gordon and Patrick Carpentier (Toyota Pit Pass display, behind the Main Grandstand)
- Sunday, June 21, 9-10 a.m.: Jeff Burton, Juan Pablo Montoya (SPEED Stage behind the Main Grandstand)
Kyle Petty Q&A Session - Saturday, June 20
NASCAR on TNT's Kyle Petty will be available for a fan Q&A session at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday in the Jim Russell Racing School garage (in the paddock at the north end of the Main Grandstand next to Turn 1). Don't miss your chance to ask questions of this famed driver and racing analyst.
Race Fans Treated to Special Q&A in Turn 11 with Jeff Gordon - Sunday, June 21
Vallejo native Jeff Gordon, who holds the track record for wins at Infineon Raceway, will be front-and-center for race fans on Sunday, June 21, with a special chalk-talk session just hours before the drop of the green flag for the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race. The chalk-talk session will be open to all race fans and take place on the road course at Turn 11, one of the most exciting turns on the circuit, at 11 a.m. (PST). Fans are encouraged to assemble at 10:30 a.m. at the Sunoco Gas Station, which will serve as the entrance to Turn 11.
AAA Designated Driver Booth - Sunday, June 21
Visit the AAA Designated Driver booth to become the designated driver for your group. Plus, get a free bottle of water.
Charity Auction - Sunday, June 21, 11:30 a.m.
Signed memorabilia from top NASCAR Sprint Cup Series will be up for grabs in both a silent and live auction. All proceeds benefit the Sonoma Chapter of Speedway Children's Charities, the charitable arm of Infineon Raceway.
Pre-Race Festivities, Sunday, June 21
Live Music
Don't miss Terraphonic, a Northern California-based band with a great sound that's ready to explode. The band, which has drawn its inspiration from Metallica, Pearl Jam and Nirvana, will be featured in front of the main grandstand. Catch their debut album, Hyde Street, on iTunes.
Air Show Takes Center Stage on Sunday
- Airshows America's Patriots Jet Team Air Show: Pre-race festivities kick off with the Patriots Jet Team Air Show which will bring the sky to life with their show, which is performed in four 1983 L-39 Ex-Military Jets. The show will feature 25 minutes of beautifully choreographed maneuvers, including diamond formation loops and rolls. Don't miss it!
- Red Bull Helicopter Stunt Show: Check out the Red Bull helicopter stunt show performed by Charles "Chuck" P. Aaron, the only pilot licensed in the United States by the Federal Aviation Administration. Watch as he performs loops, barrel rolls and back flips in a BO-105 CBS helicopter.
- Red Bull Sky Diving Team: You won't want to miss the Red Bull Sky Diving Team as it demonstrates "Free Flying" from 10,000 feet above Infineon Raceway. The Red Bull team travels world-wide performing different skydiving maneuvers.
- Patriotic Parachute Team: The Patriotic Parachute Team is comprised of dedicated men and women from all branches of the Armed Forces.
- Military Fly-bys: Keep your eyes glued to the sky immediately following the national anthem for our thrilling military fly-bys.
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US Army Cannon Salute Following National Anthem
Army Cannon Salute Provided by the 75th Division Salute Batter from Camp Parks Dublin, CA
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Oakland Police Officers Honored During Race Weekend
Four motorcycle officers from the Oakland Police Department will lead the 43-car field around the road course prior to the start of the Toyota/Save Mart 350. This will serve as a salute to the four officers from the Oakland Police Department who lost their lives in the line of duty in March: Sgts. Ervin Romans, Daniel Sakai and Mark Dunakin and Officer John Hege. The Oakland Police Department will also have a booth at race weekend with donations going to the families of the four officers.
Track Walk, Sunday, June 21
Don't miss your chance to step foot around the 10-turn road course just 30 minutes after the checkered flag falls. The walk will feature specially-painted lug nuts dropped around the road course, each of which is redeemable for a valuable prize. Participants can also make a donation to Speedway Children's Charities.
