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Lowe's Motor Speedway Review
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Lowe's Motor Speedway
- Address: 5555 Concord Pkwy. S, northeast of Charlotte, Concord, NC, 28027 | Map It
- Phone: 704/455-3200; 800/455-3267
- www.lowesmotorspeedway.com
- Category: Sports Venues
- Location: Concord
Fodor's Review:
This state-of-the-art facility, holding 167,000 fans, is considered the heart of NASCAR. An estimated 90% of driving teams live within 50 mi. Hosting more than 350 events each year, this is one of the busiest sports venues in the United States. Racing season runs April to November. The Speedway Club, an upscale restaurant, is on the premises. When there's a race, the population of Concord can jump from 60,000 to more than 250,000. Make sure you book your lodging well in advance.
If you want to indulge the driver in you, you can take lessons through the Richard Petty Driving Experience (704/455-9443. www.1800bepetty.com). Classes are available throughout the year, though only when there's no event at Lowe's Motor Speedway. Prices vary, but start at $400 for eight laps around the track.
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