The Las Vegas Motor Speedway is located about 15 miles from the Las Vegas Strip. Owned by Speedway Motorsports Inc, the facility consists of multiple tracks for motorsports events and racing. 

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March 5-7 the Motor Speedway will be conducting NASCAR weekend for the first time since the Covid pandemic. There will be a limited seating capacity, along with Covid protocols in order for fans, including face masks, sanitation stations, along with temperature checks. There will be no garage or pit access throughout the weekend event. 



“The weekend will kick off on Friday, March 5 with the Bucked Up 200 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series event followed by the Alsco 300 NASCAR Xfinity race on Saturday, March 6. The weekend will conclude with the 24th annual Pennzoil 400 Presented by Jiffy Lube NASCAR Cup Series event on Sunday, March 7.” (https://www.lvms.com/media/news/lvms-welcome-spectators-for-march-nascar-weekend.html)

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The Las Vegas Motor Speedway has been in existence for many years. In 1971, the Stardust International Raceway was set for closure. It made way for the Las Vegas Speedrome, located near the Las Vegas Strip and consisting of a road course and drag strip. The speedway went through many renovations and name changes throughout the years before being purchased by Speedway Motorsports Inc. in 1998. 

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Many racing events have been held at the speedway throughout the years, including the Winston No Bull 5 Million Dollar Bonus, the Nextel Cup Series, along with the Electric Daisy Carnival. 


The Speedway’s history does not go without some misfortune. During the 2011 Indycar season, a horrific crash occurred involving 15 cars. Many ended up catching fire or becoming airborne. Of those severely injured was 2005 series champion Dan Wheldon, who suffered severe blunt force trauma to the head. Wheldon sadly did not survive the injuries and the Indycar season decided to forego the rest of the race in his honor. 

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After Governor Sisolak’s February 15th update on Covid protocols, the Las Vegas Motor Speedway was one of the first places to resume business. Some of the recent Covid protocols for sports and events include various capacity changes for sports venues. 


If planning on purchasing tickets to the 2021 NASCAR weekend at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, it is advised to call or check the company website before attending to be up to date on any and all Covid precautions and protocols for the weekend. 


Las Vegas is re-opening and there is so much to take part in! Purchase your tickets today to check out the 2021 NASCAR weekend.