Atmosphere
The Pocono Raceway offers plenty of tailgating options and pre-race entertainment to keep you busy throughout the race weekend. You’ll find a lot to see and do when attending a race weekend in Long Pond, so make sure to arrive early and get the most out of the weekend.
One of the best parts about attending a race at the Pocono Raceway is the Infield Block Party, which takes place each night during race weekend. The Infield Block Party features live music, fireworks, and a whole lot more making it a can’t miss part of any race weekend at Pocono Raceway. You won’t want to miss any of the Infield Block Party nights. However, Saturday night is by far the best, so make sure to get to town early and take it all in.
In addition to the Infield Block Party, the Fan Fair and Kids Zone are also excellent ways to spend some time before the big race on Sunday. Both the Fan Fair and Kids Zone are home to a wide variety of activities meaning they can more than keep you and the kids entertained throughout the weekend.
Those of you who want to get exclusive access to the drivers and the pit will be in luck as Pocono Raceway is one of the easiest tracks to get access to your favorite drivers. The Pre-Race Pit Pass is a fantastic way to get exclusive access to Pit Road and what goes on behind the scenes, and if you’re looking for a bit more, the Tricky Triangle Club even allows you to attend an exclusive driver Q&A session.
Finally, Pocono Raceway offers you several excellent camping options, so you can take part in all the weekend-long fun without having to go through the hassle of traveling back and forth to the hotel. The track is home to several infield camping options that put you right at the heart of the action and are the perfect place for you to party throughout the weekend. Don’t worry though if you’re looking for something a bit more relaxed as there are also several family camping options as well.
Pocono Raceway is home to an excellent weekend long tailgating extravaganza, so arrive early and enjoy all of the weekend festivities.
Traditions
Fan Fair
At the Fan Fair you’ll find interactive displays, the Kids Zone, merchandise trailers, and much more. The Fan Fair is located behind the Grandstands, so stop by and see all it has to offer before the race.
Kids Zone
If you’re taking the kids to the race, then don’t miss taking them to the Kids Zone. The Kids Zone features a variety of kids activities including face painting, bounce houses, tricycle racing, and much more.
Pre-Race Pit Pass
Take the opportunity to tour Pit Road with a Pre-Race Pit Pass. The pass gives you unparalleled access to the pit making it a must for any diehard racing fan.
Where to tailgate
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Infield CampingAt the Pocono Raceway there are several infield camping options, so no matter what your price range you’ll be able to take part in the fun. The Fenceline RV Camping puts you right on top of the action, but you can’t go wrong with any of the other infield camping options. Reserve your spot in the infield to put yourself at the heart of the action on race day.
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Trackside RV CampingThose of you who are looking to experience a premium RV camping experience will want to secure your Trackside RV Camping spot. This campsite gives you a fantastic view of the track, so all you have to do is set up your RV, and you’ll be ready to watch the race.
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Family Grandstand CampingIf you’re looking for a bargain and want to spend some quality time with the family, then the Family Grandstand Camping Area is the place for you. Here you’ll be surrounded by lots of other families making it the perfect place for you and the kids to make some new friends.
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Free ParkingIn addition to camping, Pocono Raceway also offers traditional parking lot in their free lots. The traditional tailgating at Pocono Raceway is a fun time for any NASCAR fan as well as tailgate lovers. Just remember to bring the beer, grill, cooler, and more.
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