West Texas NASCAR fans: The Focused Health 250 is heading to Austin—here's what to know!
MIDLAND/ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Hey, West Texas NASCAR fans — get ready!
The Focused Health 250 NASCAR Xfinity Series Race is racing into Austin this March, just a short drive from home. Here's everything you need to know:
The Focused Health 250 NASCAR Xfinity Series race, spanning 156 miles, is set to kick off at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 1, at Circuit of the Americas. The action-packed weekend runs from February 28 to March 2, featuring events leading up to the big race.
Main Grandstand
Weekend Package: $158–$190 (adults), $60 (kids 12 & under)Sunday Only: $130–$175 (adults), $60 (kids 12 & under)
Turn One
Weekend Package: $140–$156 (adults), $60 (kids 12 & under)Sunday Only: $120–$140 (adults), $60 (kids 12 & under)
Turn 15
Weekend Package: $140–$156 (adults), $40 (kids 12 & under)Sunday Only: $120–$140 (adults), $40 (kids 12 & under)
Turn 12
Weekend Package: $100–$120 (adults), $10 (kids 12 & under)Sunday Only: $90–$110 (adults), $10 (kids 12 & under)
General Admission
Weekend Package: $79 (adults), $10 (kids 12 & under)Sunday Only: $59 (adults), $10 (kids 12 & under)
DiscountsTwo for $99
Buy two Turn 12 tickets for March 2 and get free parking plus a voucher for a 20oz. soda.
Kids tickets
Friday: Free entry for NASCAR Xfinity Series & IMSA practice & qualifyingSaturday: Free or discounted access to NASCAR Cup Series practice, qualifying, and racesSunday: Tickets start at $10 for the EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix
College Tickets
Discounted tickets available
Special Offer presented by GOVX
Discounts for Military personnel, First Responders (Firefighters, EMS, EMTs), Law Enforcement, Teachers, and other Government Service personnel.
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