EchoPark Speedway
Whether you’re a lifelong racing fan or attending your first NASCAR event, EchoPark Speedway in Hampton delivers high-speed excitement year-round. Home to two NASCAR Cup Series weekends each year, the 850-acre venue also hosts a packed calendar of events, including Monster Jam, the Georgia State Fair, car shows, driving experiences, concerts, and family-friendly festivals.
Beyond race weekends, visitors can experience the speedway from the inside with a guided track tour. Explore areas typically reserved for drivers and teams, including Victory Lane, the garages, Petty Garden, and a Speedway suite before taking three laps around the legendary 1.54-mile quad-oval in the Speedway van.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Home to two NASCAR Cup Series race weekends each year
- Guided behind-the-scenes track tours available
- Hosts more than 100 public events annually, including the Georgia State Fair, Monster Jam, car shows, and festivals
- Official gift shop featuring exclusive EchoPark Speedway merchandise
did you know?
- Opened in 1960 as Atlanta International Raceway.
- The venue was renamed EchoPark Speedway in 2025 following a deal with EchoPark Automotive after more than three decades as Atlanta Motor Speedway.
- Richard Petty competed in his final NASCAR Cup Series race here, while Jeff Gordon made his Cup Series debut during that same race in 1992.
- NASCAR stars including Joey Logano, David Ragan, Austin Dillon, Ty Dillon, and Georgia native Chase Elliott all have strong ties to the speedway.
KNOW BEFORE YOU Go
- Open year-round, with events scheduled throughout the calendar.
- Track tours are available on select days based on track availability and should be reserved in advance.
- Event schedules, ticket requirements, and parking vary by event, so check the official calendar before your visit.
- Attending your first NASCAR race? Check out our First-Timer’s Guide to NASCAR blog before race weekend.
INSIDER TIP
If you’re visiting on a non-race day, book a track tour to experience the speedway from a whole new perspective. Then, stop by the gift shop to pick up exclusive merchandise before exploring the rest of Hampton.
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