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FRAM Autolite NHRA Nationals

Friday, July 24 - Sunday, July 26, 2009
Infineon Raceway | National Hot Rod Association

The fastest-accelerating vehicles on the planet will take to Infineon Raceway's world-famous drag strip during the FRAM Autolite NHRA Nationals. The 7,000-horsepower Top Fuel dragsters and Funny Cars will headline the weekend, along with Pro Stock Cars and Pro Stock Motorcycles. Tony Schumacher swept the West Coast Swing last year. Can he do it again? Ashley Force was the No. 1 qualifier in Sonoma last year. Can she win the title in 2009? Don't miss this exciting weekend of action, including Friday night's qualifying under the lights.

Purchase Online By Phone: 1-800-870-RACE

Platinum Pass - Only 200 Available ($195)

NHRA Platinum Pass Features Access to John Force and Ashley Force Hood, July 25

Infineon Raceway has unveiled a "Forceful" addition to its Platinum Pass lineup for the 2009 motor-racing season. It's one more chance for race fans to get closer than ever to their favorite stars on the NASCAR, NHRA and IndyCar circuits.

Both 14-time Funny Car champion John Force and his daughter, racing sensation Ashley Force Hood, will headline the Platinum Pass package during the FRAM Autolite NHRA Nationals event weekend, July 24-26.

Purchase Online By Phone: 800-870-RACE

Thunder Alley

Get a racer's eye-view of the action and feel the ground rumble under your feet when the fastest-accelerating vehicles on the planet hit the Infineon Raceway drag strip 

Friday Pass:  $10
Saturday Pass:  $10
Sunday Pass:  $10
3 Day Full Event Pass:  $25

By Phone: 800-870-RACE

Tickets


Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Weekend
 
Adult $50 Adult / $20 Child
$39 GA / $55 Adult / $20 Child
$60 Adult / $25 Child
 $135 Adult / $65 Child
  • Add a Thunder Alley or Preferred Parking Pass for just $10 per day!
  • Ask about our Nitro Club Luxury Suites
  • Every ticket is a pit pass
  • FREE PARKING!
Purchase Online By Phone: 800-870-RACE

Camping

Keep cool between rounds, it's easy when you spend race weekend in the comfort of your own campsite.  Camping is available in two locations just a short walk from the drag strip.  Just like seats on the starting line, the best spaces go quick so call today.  

Leave your worries behind and make Infineon Raceway your race weekend home away from home. Call 1.800.870.RACE today for the best spaces.

  • 50 Acres Campground - $129.71* (Reserved)
  • Finish Line Trackside Campground - $790.70* (Reserved, includes 4 weekend passes)
  • What's Happening

    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.

    Schedule

    FRAM Autolite NHRA Nationals
    EVENT SCHEDULE
    July 24-26, 2009

    Friday, July 24

    8 a.m. Spectator Gates Open
    8:15 a.m. Sportsman Qualifying
    4 p.m. Pro Stock Qualifying Session
    (PS Motorcycle/PS Car)
    4:45 p.m. Nitro Qualifying Session
    (Funny Car/Top Fuel Dragster)
    6:30 p.m. Pro Stock Qualifying Session
    (PS Motorcycle/PS Car)
                 7:15 p.m.             
    Nitro Qualifying Session
    (Funny Car/Top Fuel Dragster)

    Saturday, July 25

    8 a.m.
    Spectator Gates Open
    8:15 a.m. Sportsman Eliminations
    11:30 a.m. Pro Stock Qualifying Session
    (PS Motorcycle/PS Car)
    12:30 p.m. Nitro Qualifying Session
    (Top Fuel Dragster/Funny Car)
    2:15 p.m. Pro Stock Qualifying Session
    (PS Motorcycle/PS Car)
    3 p.m. Nitro Qualifying Session
    (Top Fuel Dragster/Funny Car)
                     4 p.m.               
    Sportsman Eliminations

    Sunday, July 26

    8 a.m.  
    Spectator Gates Open
    10 a.m. Pre-Race Ceremonies
    11 a.m. Final Eliminations
    After Final Eliminations Eric Medlen Ice Cream Social

    **Schedule subject to change without notice.

    Downloadable Schedule

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