Drive Your Car on Track at Sonoma Raceway

Sonoma from the air
Sonoma from the air

Tackle the twists and turns of Sonoma Raceway’s road course in your personal vehicle during Speedway Children’s Charities’ 6th annual Laps for Charity on Saturday, Jan. 12.

This once-a-year-opportunity invites participants to take their vehicle for a few laps around the 12-turn road course. For just $150, this unique experience includes a pre-lap classroom safety briefing with professional drivers, three lead-follow laps around the 2.52-mile circuit, a picture of your car on track, plus a “hot lap" in the instructor’s car.

All proceeds benefit kids in need through Sonoma County youth organizations. SCC, the charitable arm of Sonoma Raceway, has distributed $6.4 million to Sonoma County youth groups since 2001.

A limited number of spots are now available between 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 12. Participants must be at least 18 years old; passengers are not permitted. All cars must have shoulder strap seat belt restraints, mufflers and pass a basic technical inspection. For more information or to register for your spot, visit https://www.speedwaycharities.org/events/sonoma/laps-for-charity/ or contact Cheri Plattner at cplatter@SonomaRaceway.com.