Illustration of a crowd looking up at a town hall lit in coloured light as snow falls (Speedway Christmas)

Speedway Christmas

Visitors drive along a four-mile course circling the speedway's oval, pit road, and infield road course to view more than five million holiday lights. The displays feature lights synchronized to music broadcast on 101.3 FM. Guests can also enjoy drive-in movies shown on the gigantic Speedway TV.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Hours

6-10 p.m.

Ages

All ages

Parking

Friday and Saturday nights in December are traditionally the busiest nights and guests may experience extended wait times for entry. The page suggests Sunday/Thursday nights for quicker entry and advises arriving early.

Going?

Location

Charlotte Motor Speedway · 5555 Concord Pkwy S, Concord, NC 28027 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and holiday light-show fans

Vibe

Festive and immersive

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • For a quicker entry, choose a Sunday or Thursday night and arrive early, because Friday and Saturday nights in December bring the longest waits.
  • Tune your car radio to 101.3 FM before you reach the first displays so you hear the music the lights are synchronized to.
  • Pick a Village Night if you want to visit the Village, because it is closed on Value Nights, including every night from Dec. 28 on.
  • Don't cancel over a wet forecast, because the drive-thru show runs rain or shine every open night of the season.
  • Choose another night during Christmas week, because the show is closed on Christmas Eve, Thursday, Dec. 24.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Village Nights, most Thursdays through Sundays plus Dec. 21–23 and Dec. 25–27, open the Village and offer an Express ticket option.
  • Value Nights, most Mondays through Wednesdays plus every night from Dec. 28 through Jan. 3, are a lower-priced option with the Village closed.
  • Drive-in movies on the giant Speedway TV.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the route like?

You drive a four-mile course around the speedway's oval, pit road and infield road course, past more than 5 million lights.

How do I hear the music?

Tune your car radio to 101.3 FM. The lights are synchronized to the music.

What's the difference between a Village Night and a Value Night?

The Village is open on Village Nights, which also offer an Express ticket option. On Value Nights the Village is closed.

Which nights are the least crowded?

Friday and Saturday nights in December are usually the busiest, with long waits to get in. Sunday and Thursday nights are quicker, especially if you arrive early.

Does it run in the rain?

Yes, the show runs rain or shine.

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