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NASCAR Racing At Phoenix Raceway
Phoenix International Raceway has a new look for NASCAR Racing and much more. It is a beautiful completely redesigned facility, along with returning to their original name …
Phoenix Raceway
If you haven’t experienced the thrill and excitement of a live NASCAR Race event, then have a look at what you’re missing!
There’s a variety of race events throughout the year, with camping available … Right at the Race Track. First and for a little nostalgia, check out my short much older amateur video, of a pack of race cars roaring by at a Premier NASCAR Race I took years ago.
We’ve been attending these outstanding races since way back in 1995!
Be sure to turn your speakers up!
PIR Raceway Racing – YouTube Video
The video shows the old track layout, before the entire facility was reconstructed,
a few seasons ago.
Phoenix Raceway – Premier NASCAR Racing Events
We’ve attended the Fall race events for many years now and always enjoy traveling to this part of Arizona from our home, back in British Columbia, Canada.
The race track is located just outside the City of Phoenix. It’s about a 30 minute drive west from the city limits, in the community of; Avondale, Arizona.
It’s situated in a beautiful country like setting, next to rolling hills and huge saguaro cactus plants.
Phoenix Raceway holds 2 Premier NASCAR Race Weekend events, each year. One event is usually held in early March and the track is now proud to host the annual; Championship Weekend Races, usually held in the months of October and/or November.
There are a number of races to see during the weekend, along with excellent track side displays.
As well, pre and post race entertainment at the track, to enjoy into the late evening.
A Special PIR Anniversary NASCAR on Display
Meet Your Favorite Driver At The Races In Phoenix
Along with the many planned activities in and around the track, drivers always make themselves available for; meet and greet sessions.
I managed to get a quick photos of these drivers during an autograph session at the Spring Race Weekend in Phoenix.
Phoenix Raceway Camping – At The Track
One of the many things that make Phoenix Raceway so special and unique, is camping out right at the racetrack!
Surrounded by beautiful cactus set along the hillside in a country setting, camping just adds to the race weekend excitement.
We enjoyed camping at the track for a number of seasons, traveling to the races in our RV. You’re just outside the city limits, yet far enough to feel like you’ve escaped into the country.
It doesn’t get any better camping out and enjoying the spectacular race events Phoenix Raceway is known to host, year after year!
You have your choice of; Reserved and Unreserved Recreational Vehicle camping sites.
Choose from a number of reserved sites located right inside the track property, to more rustic camping
on federal grounds, adjacent to the track. A great option for all campers, with choices that are sure to suit most anyone’s desires and budget.
Be sure to check out my detailed post and photos here on …
Phoenix Raceway Camping
for more information.
Literally thousands come to camp for the races each year, as you can see in the photo above.
A Beautiful Day At Phoenix Raceway
Another amazing day under the Arizona sun, as we make our way to the track, after a small hike on the hillside surrounded by beautiful cactus!
Race Day Festivities At Phoenix Raceway
The Budweiser Clydesdales were on hand at this event, taking part in the pre-race ceremonies.
2020 NASCAR Cup Champion Chase Elliott
It is a special weekend event, that we look forward to traveling to every season. There’s always something new and exciting at the races each and every year!
Above photo above taken years ago, showing the original front stretch.
Green Flag waves, as 43 cars are set to face off against each other, for another round of exciting race action.
As you saw in my short video clip, watching these cars roar past you live and not on television, is incredible!
A part of racing excitement is certainly seeing the drivers beating and banging each other, during a race and crashes as well.
They’re great to see and add to the excitement, as long as no one gets hurt!
Racing Under The Lights At Phoenix Raceway
The other thing I enjoy so much about this racetrack, is the night racing.
For years attending the races at Phoenix Raceway, one of my favorite races held during the weekend, is watching the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series evening race, usually held on Friday night.
These guys and gals put on a great race each and every year showing casing their talent, with many having aspirations stepping up into the top 2 Premier Series.
The entire track is lit up at night making for some spectacular racing!
Attending The 2019 Gander Outdoors Truck Series Race
Watch the sparks fly as you enjoy an evening of exciting …
NASCAR Truck Series Racing
under the lights!
Xfinity Premier Series Racing Years Ago At PIR
Along with the Truck Racing on the weekend, there’s also the ARCA series or similar race event,
usually held under the lights, as well.
The big guns hit the track, starting on Saturday afternoon for the;
Xfinity NASCAR Series Championship Race.
Friday and Saturday, offer 3 outstanding races not to be missed, and a superb prelude to Sunday’s … Premier NASCAR Event!
The excitement never ends during this full weekend race schedule!
NASCAR Cup Series Championship Race On Sunday
2021 & 2025 NASCAR Cup Champion Kyle Larson
The Big Day is on Sunday, where thousands come from all over to witness the final race of the season.
This race determines who will be Crowned the year’s … NASCAR Cup Series Champion, as well as the other series racing on this weekend.
With a seating capacity of around 51,000 not including those on the; hillside, infield and alongside the tracks recreational vehicle parking area, this is one event not to miss!
From the drop of the green flag, exciting pit road action to mishaps on the track, you’re sure to feel the thrill of attending a live NASCAR race event at Phoenix Raceway.
Tickets sell out quickly and have done so for many years now for the Championship Weekend. I’ve been attending this race weekend since 1995 and have never, not seen a sold out event.
So, if you are planning on attending, then get your tickets early!
PIR to ISM Raceway to Phoenix Raceway
Track Name Changes
Update November 2019
My brother and I were thrilled to see all the changes to this facility, when we returned in 2019. The new race track and stands are amazing!
What a wonderful job they have done at the facility, complete with newly designed grandstands and track configuration.
The new grandstands are excellent, with individual seating with full seat backs for race fans comfort.
They also come complete with a cup holder!
All 4 races held during this weekend event in 2019, were excellent as usual. It was great to see Cup Series driver {Denny Hamlin} win Sunday’s event; The Bluegreen Vacations 500.
We returned once again in 2021, after missing the 2020 season due to the global pandemic. We had a great weekend once again with 4 outstanding races!
Below, I have included the link to Phoenix Raceway’s official website. The track is back to their old familiar name … Phoenix Raceway. Much to the delight I’m sure, with us seasoned Phoenix race fans.
You can access much more detailed information, including all race events held throughout the year, at this amazing facility.
🟩 Check out the {Google Map} box at the bottom of this post for tracks exact location. 🟩
Phoenix Raceway Homepage
See You At The Track!
2026 Season Update
Below are the race weekend dates and events for the upcoming 2026 season.
The Spring Premier NASCAR race weekend event will be held on: Saturday March 07th & Sunday March 08th. There is also an ARCA MENARD series race that is scheduled for Thursday March 05th.
I’ve got my tickets booked and will be attending this exciting event once again!
As well, on March 07 it will be a double header Saturday, with the Indy Car Series returning to Phoenix. This will be the leagues first time back since 2018. The back to back races will be with the newly sponsored O’Reilly Auto Parts NASCAR Series {previously Xfinity Series}.
Should be an outstanding weekend!
The NASCAR Cup Championship Weekend is scheduled for …
October 16th, 17th & 18th, 2026.
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