Gainesville Raceway has earned a place in motorsports history as the host of one of the most esteemed events in motorsport... the GATORNATIONALS. For over 50 years, the iconic racetrack has been the site of some of the most important moments in drag racing history, such as the first 300-mph Top Fuel pass in 1992 as well as the first 200-mph Pro Stock Motorcycle pass. In 2023, the legendary track will host the the East Coast opener and the first race of the 2023 AMALIE Motor Oil NHRA Drag Racing season.
NHRA fans will be able to get up close and personal with the teams and drivers they love. Every Ticket's a Pit Pass gives you direct access to the pit area, where you can observe the highly-skilled mechanics servicing the hot rods between rounds. Plus, you will have the chance to meet your favorite drivers and get autographs. Don’t miss the most powerful and sensory-filled motorsports experience on the planet.
Gainesville Raceway will host the highly anticipated Pep Boys NHRA Top Fuel All-Star Callout on Saturday, March 11th. This event offers an impressive $130,000 in prize money for the top competitors. The unique format, introduced in 2022, allows the top-seeded driver to call out their first-round opponent, followed by the number two-seed, and so on until all of the first-round matchups are set. Don't miss out on your chance to witness the thrilling competition for yourself!
On Saturday, the best drivers from the Nitro and Pro Stock classes also battle it out to see who the Number One qualifier will be and who will make it to the NHRA Nationals eliminations on Sunday. With the top drivers moving on to Sunday’s rounds, racing teams will vie for class titles and the coveted NHRA Wally. The competition at this year’s Gatornationals is sure to be fierce as the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series kicks off the 2023 season at Florida’s iconic drag racing facility.
E3 Spark Plugs racing fans can purchase tickets online by clicking the TICKETS button or by calling 800-884-NHRA (6472). See you there...