Speedway Christmas has returned to Charlotte Motor Speedway for an eleventh year in 2020.
It will be taking place from November 21st, 2020, through January 17th, 2021, with the exception of Christmas Day.
The hours are 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
NOTE: The attraction will be closed December 8th and 9th.
Read on to learn how to get $5 off admission the final week.
The spectacular drive-through light show features more than 4 million lights over a remarkable 3.75-mile course that includes most of the oval as well as the infield and the ROVAL™!
But you can do more than just look – listen, too! Tune into 101.3 FM to enjoy Christmas music as you take in illuminated Christmas displays at the light show, which is open even when it rains!
As an added bonus, cozy up to FOX 46 WJZY Movie Nights on the giant Speedway TV every Thursday-Sunday. Come see the most awe-inspiring, Christmas-themed drive-in theatre around!
- Nov. 21-22: “Elf”
- Nov. 26-29: “Home Alone,” presented by AutoBell
- Dec. 3-6: “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000 live action film), presented by Food Lion
- Dec. 10-13: “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,” presented by Lidl
- Dec. 17-24: “Frozen 2,” presented by Cook Out
- Dec. 26-27: “A Christmas Story”
Designated parking in front of the 16,000-square-foot HDVT will ensure every guest has a perfect view. Guests can tune their car radio to a dedicated low-frequency FM station to dial in the audio from the comfort of their vehicle. Limited refreshments will be available for purchase.
Read more about ice skating at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
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The Christmas Village will not be taking place this year.
The price for Speedway Christmas varies, depending on the day of the week and the time of the season. The price is per vehicle.
11/21-12/24
- Monday-Thursday & Sunday: $25 per car (max 10); **$50 per van (max 36); $175 bus (max 57)
- Friday & Saturday: $30 per car (max 10); ** $50 per van (max 36); $175 bus (max 57)
- Express Pass: Additional $20 to above pricing ** Purchased at Gate
12/16-12/24
- Monday-Thursday & Sunday: $25 per car (max 10); **$50 per van (max 36); $175 bus (max 57)
- Friday & Saturday: $30 per car (max 10); ** $50 per van (max 36); $175 bus (max 57)
- Express Pass: Additional $20 to above pricing ** Purchased at Gate
CLOSED CHRISTMAS DAY
12/26-12/29
- Thursday & Sunday: $25 per car (max 10); **$50 per van (max 36); $175 bus (max 57)
- Friday & Saturday: $30 per car (max 10); ** $50 per van (max 36); $175 bus (max 57)
- Express Pass: Additional $20 to above pricing ** Purchased at Gate
12/30-1/17
- Monday-Sunday $20 per car (max 10);**$40 per van (max 36 people);**$140 per bus (max 57 people Military/First Responders/Educator Discount: $5 off ** Purchased at Gate Only
- Express Pass: Additional $20 to above pricing ** Purchased at Gate
Ice Skating at Charlotte Motor Speedway
New this year will be an ice skating rink at Charlotte Motor Speedway. This is separate from Speedway Lights. You don’t have to buy a ticket to Speedway Lights to skate, or vice versa.
Skating is $15/hour, including skate rental.
Discount at Speedway Christmas
On the last week of Speedway Christmas, through January 17th, bring any Coca-Cola product and get $5 off admission at the gate. Announced on Facebook.
Time saving tips for Speedway Christmas
- Go Mon-Wed. There shouldn’t be a wait.
- If you want to go Friday or Saturday, go EARLY. Get there before it opens.
Mobile tickets will be accepted this year.
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