It’s All at the NASCAR Hall of Fame in May
In addition to four floors of exhibits and interactive games, the venue also will offer multiple days of guest appearances, special exhibits, Induction activities and extended hours for the thousands of race fans in town for the NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race and Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
“May is a signature month for us," said Winston Kelley, executive director of the NASCAR Hall of Fame. “Induction into the NASCAR Hall of Fame is a life-changing moment for the legends of our sport and that includes multiple days of special events to get everyone excited for the ceremony. The Inductee Fan Day will be particularly special. Everyone at the Hall on May 22 will get to visit with Richard Petty, Junior Johnson, David Pearson, Bud Moore, Bobby Allison and Ned Jarrett. When I was a child, that would have been a dream come true, and I still pinch myself today having the opportunity to work with these NASCAR legends and sports icons."
For visitors wanting to attend multiple activities, a NASCAR Hall of Fame membership is the best value. Unlimited admission for one year starts at $25 for children or $50 for adults. One-day general admission tickets are $12.95 for children and $19.95 for adults. Discounts are available for military and seniors.
In addition to the special events, the NASCAR Hall of Fame operating schedule will be extended on select days in May:
May 1-15 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
May 16-20 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
May 21-22 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
May 23-25 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
May 26-27 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
May 28-31 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
May Special Events:
Wednesday, May 11 First Birthday Celebration Great Hall
10 a.m. Executive Remarks; 10:15 a.m. Cake Served to Metro School students
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. $5.11 admission; $1 goes to American Red Cross
Monday, May 16 NASCAR Performance Taping Great Hall
Approx. 2-5 p.m. See Chad Knaus, Larry McReynolds, Bootie Barker and a chance to be on SPEED
Free with NASCAR Hall of Fame general admission or membership
Wednesday, May 18 Induction Dinner Crown Ballroom
6 p.m. reception; 7 p.m. dinner featuring the 2011 Inductees
$500 per person; Table packages also available – Tickets sales end May 13
Wednesday, May 18 NASCAR Rev’d Up Outdoor Plaza
4 p.m. festival begins; 7:15 p.m. Josh Kelley performs; 8:45 p.m. Gary Allan performs
Concert is free to the general public
Thursday, May 19 Bobby Labonte Appearance Great Hall
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Q&A and autograph session with 2000 NASCAR Winston Cup Champion Bobby Labonte
Free with NASCAR Hall of Fame general admission or membership
Sunday, May 22 Inductee Fan Day NASCAR Hall of Fame
10-10:45 a.m. 2010 Class Q&A featuring Junior Johnson & Richard Petty
11 a.m. – Noon Junior Johnson autograph session for NASCAR Hall of Fame Members*
11-1 p.m. Legends Member Reception featuring the 2011 Class and Junior Johnson, Reservation Required
12:30 – 1:30 p.m. 2011 Class Q&A featuring Bobby Allison, Ned Jarrett, Bud Moore, David Pearson and Maurice Petty, representing Lee Petty
1:30 – 2:30 p.m. 2011 Class autograph session for NASCAR Hall of Fame Members*
*guests can upgrade to a membership on site for as little as $30 for adults and $12 for children
Monday, May 23 2011 Induction Ceremony Crown Ballroom
5:30 p.m. doors open; 7 p.m. Ceremony begins (Televised on SPEED at 8 p.m. EDT)
Tickets will remain on sale through the day of the event.
Monday, May 23 NASCAR Now Live Show Great Hall
5-6 p.m. Watch a live edition of ESPN’s NASCAR Now with Allen Bestwick, Marty Smith, Dale Jarrett and special guests.
Free with NASCAR Hall of Fame general admission or membership
Tuesday, May 24 2011 Inductee Exhibit Opens Hall of Honor
9:30 a.m. VIP First Look (reservation required); 10 a.m. Exhibit opens to general public
Free with NASCAR Hall of Fame general admission or membership
Wednesday, May 25 Stars of Tomorrow Appearance Great Hall
10 a.m. – Noon Q&A and autograph session with drivers from the NASCAR Nationwide Series, NASCAR Camping World Truck Series and NASCAR Touring Series
Free with NASCAR Hall of Game general admission or membership
Thursday, May 26 Coca-Cola Main Stage Food Lion Speed Street/Outdoor Plaza Noon Festival Opens; 9 p.m. Rose Royce; 9:45 p.m. Midnight Star
Free to general public
Friday, May 27 Coca-Cola Main Stage Food Lion Speed Street/Outdoor Plaza Noon Festival Opens; 9:30 p.m. Josh Turner
Free to general public
Saturday, May 28 Coca-Cola Main Stage Food Lion Speed Street/Outdoor Plaza Noon Festival Opens; 7:15 p.m. Joey Logano, Tony Stewart, Ryan Newman, Jeff Burton; 8:15 p.m. Starship; 9:45 p.m. Eddie Money
Free to general public