The Fan Handout - 2018 STP 500 Weekend Edition

For the first time in 2018, NASCAR lays out its shorter weekend schedule with two days of action at the Martinsville Speedway. This was done a few times last season for multiple reasons and one big look is that you'll get more bang for your buck as a race fan at the track. This weekend both the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series and the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series takes to the track.

Will you be making the trek to Martinsville, Virginia this weekend? Well, be sure you read The Motorsports News Source "The Fan Handout" where you can find the track schedule for the weekend, weather forecasts, and driver appearances. You will also find a link to buy tickets, parking and other fan experiences. The Motorsports News Source can be read from your smartphone so save the page and have it with you all weekend long! Enjoy the STP 500 Race Weekend from Martinsville!

Weather Forecast for March 22nd - March 23rd (per Weather Channel)

The weather forecast for Martinsville has changed a few times over the past week. Earlier this week, snow was in the forecast and snow was even on the ground but as of right now, it looks like snow will not be a factor. There is a 100% chance of rain tomorrow (March 24th) while on Sunday there is only a 10% chance. Along with the concerns of rain, there is a local pollen alert. I would be sure to pack a jacket and take some allergy medicine before you head to the track (if you have allergies). 
  • Saturday, March 24th - PM Rain - 42*/32* - 100% chance of rain
  • Sunday, March 25th - Cloudy - 43*/26* - 10%
For more information and updates on weather for this weekends race, Click here

Driver Appearances at Martinsville Speedway: March 24th - March 25th

  • Chase Elliott, Bubba Wallace, Trevor Bayne, Matt DiBenedetto, AJ Allmendinger, Chris Buescher and Cole Whitt are scheduled to appear at a Q&A session at Martinsville Speedway on Saturday, March 25. Fans must purchase the Pre Race Experience package. In addition to the emceed question-and-answer sessions, the Pre Race Experience offers fans the opportunity to walk the frontstretch on race morning, sign the start/finish line, have a photo opportunity in mock Victory Lane, and enjoy music, games, and prizes. - Click here for more info, pricing

At-Track Schedule

Saturday, March 24th, 2018 
  • 7:30 a.m.: NASCAR MENCS garage opens
  • 7:30 a.m.: NASCAR NCWTS garage opens
  • 9:00 a.m.: Fan gates open
  • 10:05 a.m.: MENCS practice
  • 11:05 a.m.: Qualifying for the Alpha Energy Solutions 250 NCWTS Race
  • 12:30 p.m.: Final MENCS practice
  • 1:30 p.m.: Driver Introductions for the Alpha Energy Solutions 250
  • 2:00 p.m.: Alpha Energy Solutions 250 NCWTS race
  • 5:10 p.m.:  Virginia Lottery Pole Award Qualifying for the STP 500 MENCS race
Sunday, March 25th, 2018
  • 9:00 a.m.:  NASCAR garage opens
  • 9:00 a.m.: Fan gates open
  • 1:20 p.m.: Driver Introductions for the STP 500 MENCS race
  • 2:00 p.m.: STP 500 MENCS race

Ticket Information

As always, if you are on the fence about heading to the track this weekend, go! We hear you the fans stating you want more short track racing and the best way to do that is pack the house at Martinsville and let NASCAR hear your voice! Tickets, pit passes, and other great fan experiences are still available! Head on over to MartinsvilleSpeedway.com to purchase tickets and get more information before heading to the track!

Photo Credit - Jonathan McCoy/Jonathan McCoy Photography

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