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.
What to Expect
Southeast's largest drive-thru light show with over 5 million lights.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and holiday light-show fans
Vibe
Festive and immersive
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: 6-10 p.m.
- 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.
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.
Quick Actions
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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