There will be plenty for race fans to enjoy away from the track before and during the FRAM Autolite NHRA Nationals, July 24-26. From a chance to get your favorite driver's autograph to an ice cream social, there's sure to be something for everyone.
3rd annual Burnout Bash Party, Wednesday July 22
Race fans can spend an evening with top NHRA drivers at the 3rd annual Burnout Bash Party on Wednesday, July 22, at the Fior d'Italia Restaurant in San Francisco. Drivers will be on-hand for a four-course Italian dinner, as well as a question-and-answer session, autograph sessions and more! The drivers will also square off in a Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Tournament, sponsored by River Rock Casino. The night will also feature a visit from popular 107.7 FM morning show hosts Lamont and Tonelli. Cost is $57 per person or $107 per couple.
3rd annual Eric Medlen Nitro Night Dinner, Thursday, July 23
Race fans are invited to honor the memory of NHRA driver Eric Medlen at the 3rd annual Eric Medlen Nitro Night Dinner. The dinner is held in honor Medlen, a native of nearby Oakdale, and is always a sold-out affair, so act today to secure your tickets. The dinner will be held on Thursday, July 23, with cocktails at 6:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 7:30 p.m. at the legendary Fior d'Italia Restaurant in San Francisco. Cost is $125 and top drivers are expected to attend! Call Denise Silver at 707-933-3950 for tickets.
Track Talk
You're invited to the Wine Country Winner's Circle for question-and-answer sessions with some of the NHRA's top drivers. Sessions will be held on Friday at 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. and Saturday at 1:30 p.m. Drivers like Ron Capps, Jack Beckman and Cory McClenathan are already signed up! Be there to ask your questions to these high-speed stars!
NHRA Driver Autograph Session
Fans will have a chance to meet many of the stars from the NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series at a driver autograph session (MORE THAN ONE, RACHAL?). Stay tuned to www.infineonraceway.com for dates and times.
AAA Designated Driver Program, Sunday, July 26
Come by the AAA Designated Driver Program booth to become a designated driver for your group. Just fill out a pledge card - under the direction of the AAA - and receive a free bottle of water.
3RD annual Eric Medlen Ice Cream Social, Sunday, July 26
The raceway will also honor Medlen after the final pair of dragsters rumbles down the drag strip on Sunday, July 26, with the Eric Medlen Ice Cream Social. Fans are invited onto the race surface for a free scoop of ice cream, compliments of our good friends at Dreyer's Ice Cream. Fans are also encouraged to donate whatever they can to Speedway Children's Charities in Medlen's name.