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NASCAR Ride Along

Kansas Speedway

From: $167

Item #: DRI-KAN-0032

(6 Reviews)

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Are you ready to get closer to the action than ever before? Strap on your helmet and buckle up for the ride of a lifetime in a real NASCAR style stock car at the Kansas Speedway!

Ride in a full size NASCAR style stock car- the same cars driven by the professionals on Sundays
Race with a professional instructor, and hit top speeds of 160 MPH!
To Actually Drive The Car Yourself, check out our Drive a Stock Car in Kansas experience!

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Overview

Are you ready to get closer to the action than ever before? Strap on your helmet and buckle up for the ride of a lifetime in a real NASCAR style stock car at the Kansas Speedway!

Ride in a full size NASCAR style stock car- the same cars driven by the professionals on Sundays
Race with a professional instructor, and hit top speeds of 160 MPH!
To Actually Drive The Car Yourself, check out our Drive a Stock Car in Kansas experience!

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When Do I Choose A Date?

If giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience; otherwise, you can choose one after checkout.

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April 15, 2023
May 13, 2023
June 17, 2023
July 29, 2023
August 26, 2023

AM times are typically 9:00 to 11:00
PM times are typically 12:00 to 4:00

*Schedule is subject to change

Important Details

Essential Information

Participants must be in good overall physical condition, no taller than 6'7" and weigh no more than 300 pounds
There is no age limit to ride, however for safety reasons it is required that participants are a minimum height of 5'0" and a weigh at least 100 lbs
Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who must give written consent
Feel free to bring snacks and drinks to enjoy while you are at the track
Some seating is provided, however, it is recommended to bring lawn chairs to guarantee a seat for any spectators

Duration

3 or 6 lap packages; time at the track is approximately 2 - 3 hours

Experience Provider Info

Complete information for your Experience Provider, including contact information, will be included on your booking confirmation email once you or your gift recipient have scheduled the experience. Our Product Management team handpicks top-rated experience providers, removing the guesswork for you and ensuring your peace of mind.

Maximum Participants

1 per car

Spectators

We encourage friends and family to join you, and they may bring a camera to capture your experience! Limited seating is provided, so we recommend bringing lawn chairs to guarantee a seat for any spectators.

Weather Dependent

This experience is weather dependent. Always contact your experience provider in advance, especially if inclement weather is predicted! If inclement weather causes cancellation of your experience, you will be given the option to reschedule for another available date or be issued a gift card that you can use at a later date; both of these options will be carried out directly with the racing school. A refund will not be issued due to rain-outs.

What To Wear

Comfortable, casual clothing depending on the time of year. Closed toed shoes are required (tennis shoes are recommended). Sandals, flip-flops and heels are not permitted.

FAQs

What is the age requirement?

There is no age limit to ride, however for safety reasons a minimum height of 5'0" and a weight of 100 pounds is required. Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who must give written consent.

Are there any physical requirements or restrictions?

Participants must be in good physical condition, be between 5' - 6'7" tall, weigh between 100 - 280 pounds and able to climb through a 15'' x 30'' window, that sits 36'' off the ground (with minimal assistance).

Do I need a driver's license?

No, a driver's license is not required for the ride along. However, please have a valid photo ID handy for registration purposes at the track on the day of your experience.

What kind of cars will I be riding in?

Real Sprint Cup Style Race Cars driven by the likes of Jeff Gordon, Jimmy Johnson, Kevin Harvick, and Dale Jr. and other professional NASCAR drivers.

Can I pick the car I ride in?

No, due to maintaining the track operations schedule, the car for your ride along will be assigned to you based on availability at the time of your ride along. They also match up the best car for you based on your height and weight.

How long will this experience take?

The total experience typically takes no more than 2 hours. However, the exact length of your experience depends on how many other participants are scheduled for the stock car ride along on your particular booked date and time.

What is the policy on rain?

If your experience is canceled due to inclement weather, the racing school will contact you and either immediately reschedule you for another available date, or issue you a credit that never expires and can be used at any of the nationwide speedways. A refund will not be issued due to rain-outs.

Returns, Exchanges & Cancellations

Returns
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 30 days. All refunds will be made to the original purchaser.
Exchanges
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be exchanged for anything else in our marketplace at any time. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs more, you'll simply have to pay the difference. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs less, you'll have a credit towards your next booking with Virgin Experience Gifts.

Cancellation Policy

Once you have scheduled a date and received a booking confirmation all bookings are final. No refunds or exchanges are allowed once you have scheduled a date. If you need to reschedule, you have up until 30 days prior to your reservation to make changes for a $50 administrative fee. Once you are within 30 days of the event, you are then locked in to that date and time and no changes can be made.

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Customer Reviews

This experience has a customer rating of 5
based on 6 reviews.

It advertised three laps around the track and that is what occurred. I had anticipated three laps at a fast speed, but there were only two after a 1/2 lap build up to speed and 1/2 lap slowing down

— Ken L | Aug 29, 2022

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

Hello Ken, Thank you for sharing your review with us. I totally understand wanting to go pedal to the medal for all 3 laps but your safety is our partners number one concern. I can't even imagine the adrenaline rush you must have felt zipping around the track at 160 MPH. I'm glad you found us and hope we have the opportunity to get you out on another adventure with us. Thanks, Ryan

I didn't know what to expected, I found out that its very noisy and a lot of vibration in the Nascar, but didn't mine that at all. All your employees including at the check-in, the girl who help me with the helmet. and especially the men helping me to get in and out of the car, all together it was very good experience for this 96-year-old. And maybe some of my family will want to do at it another time. thanks for the chance for the travel at 160 mph,

— Edwin H | Apr 18, 2022

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

Hey Edwin! Isn't it quite the thrill? Certainly can be a bit of a jolt to your senses at first. Glad you were able to get out on the track and experience such a wild ride! We are so happy we got to play a part in that journey. Thanks for leaving a lovely review! Best, Jake.

Ride was great - just over too fast!

— Connie L | Oct 26, 2020

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

Hi Connie, I could not have said it better myself! Although this amazing experience can feel like it goes by so fast, I am sure the memories on the track will stay with you forever. Let us know when you are ready for another exciting adventure! Kind Regards, Brianna

The wait was long. They had a hard time finding our reservation that we had completed online. It wait worth the wait! They allowed us to transfer the ticket to our son and he hasn't stopped talking about it yet. The staff was friendly and helpful!

— Michael P | Aug 05, 2019

Response from Virgin Experience Gifts

Hello, Michael! We LOVE that your son enjoyed his NASCAR Ride Along, although we are sorry to hear of any hiccups upon arrival! We are always happy to make improvements and will be sure to pass your feedback along. Cheers, Kasia

I loved it and would definitely do it again. It was awesome! The people there were very nice!

— Carl S | Aug 01, 2018

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