YOUR QUICKSTART GUIDE TO VELOCITY INVITATIONAL 2026
Everything you need to know before you go!
YOUR BEST CAR WEEKEND EVER STARTS NOW!
Sonoma Raceway is located at 29355 Arnold Drive, Sonoma, CA 95476. Enter through Gate 1, the track's main entrance on Arnold Drive (Highway 121).
GETTING HERE
DAYS & HOURS
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8:00AM: Gates Open
8:00AM: Events Begin
5:00PM: Gates Open For Night Meet
6:00PM: Night Meet Starts
7:30PM: Gates Close For Night Meet
9:30PM: Night Meet Ends
10:00PM: Track Must Be Clear
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8:00AM: Gates Open
8:00AM: Events Begin
8:00AM: The Sonoma Room Opens
9:00AM Grandstand Suites Open
11:00AM: The Forum Opens
5:00PM The Forum, The Sonoma Room and Grandstand Suites Close
6:00PM: Gates Close
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8:00AM: Gates Open
8:00AM: Events Begin
8:00AM: The Sonoma Room Opens
9:00AM: Grandstand Suites Open
11:00AM: The Forum Opens
5:00PM The Forum, The Sonoma Room, and Grandstand Suites Close
6:00PM: Gates Close
ACCESSING YOUR TICKETS
How to Access Your Tickets
Email: Open the confirmation email from Humanitix. The QR code in that email gives the ticket taker access to all of your tickets.
Mobile Wallet: From that same email, add your tickets to Apple Wallet, Google Wallet, or Samsung Wallet.
Print: Click the "View Tickets" button in your email to access printable versions with QR codes.
Can't find your email? Search your inbox (including spam) for "Humanitix." If you still can't locate it, contact us through the app or email us at fansupport@velocityinvitational.com
Where Tickets Are Scanned
Different tickets are scanned at their respective, unique locations:
Front Gate: General Admission, Camping, and Parking tickets scanned here
Hospitality Entrances: Forum, Sonoma Room, and Suite tickets scanned here
Ride-Along Check-Ins: Ride-along experience tickets scanned here
Have your QR codes ready before you reach each checkpoint to keep the lines moving.
PARKING & CAMPING
General Admission Parking is free and included with your GA ticket.
Lot 2 Preferred Parking — A hang tag will be handed to you at the gate as you enter. Display it on your rearview mirror immediately so parking staff can guide you to the correct area.
Car Corrals — Same as Lot 2: you'll receive a hang tag at the gate. Display it right away and follow staff directions to your corral area.
ADA Parking — Free accessible parking is available on-site. Alert the front gate attendant upon arrival and bring paperwork showing your name, placard number, and a valid driver's license.
Camping - Camping wristbands and hangtags will be handed out to you at the gate. When you arrive at your campsite, look for your campsite number, which will be painted on the ground. For more information on camping, please refer to the camping rules and information document.
EVENT SCHEDULE
Racing and track action begins around 8:00 AM each day and runs until approximately 6:00 PM. The full daily schedule is here, and is also available in the event app.
Friday Night Meet
Friday evening features the Friday Night Meet, hosted by Sung Kang and Larry Chen. Food trucks will stay open late for Night Meet attendees. The meet ends at 9:30PM and grounds will close entirely at 10:00 PM.
Celebrity Appearances & Meet/Greet Sessions
Check the Velocity Invitational app for live updates on celebrity appearance times and locations. Advance notice of session timing will also be shared via email and on our Instagram (@velocityinvitational).
OFFICAL VELOCITY INVITATIONAL APP
Download the Velocity Invitational app at app.viavelocity.com. Visit our setup guide for install instructions for your specific phone (iOS, Android, or Chrome).
The app is your best companion for the weekend. Inside you'll find:
Daily schedules and live updates
Track and venue maps
Information about every car on-site
Celebrity appearance details
Available upgrades
Helpful venue information
A contact form to share feedback with our team
Pro tip: Download the app before you arrive. Cell service at Sonoma Raceway has improved but may not be as reliable as what you're used to elsewhere. There is no public Wi-Fi at the track.
FOOD & BEVERAGE
Food trucks and concessions are open all day, every day for all attendees. On Friday, food trucks stay open late for Night Meet guests. Food trucks are located adjacent to family fun areas as well as under the grandstands.
Hospitality Dining
The Forum (Sat–Sun, 11 AM–5 PM): Light bites, soft drinks, and wine tasting
Grandstand Suites (Sat–Sun, 9 AM–5 PM): Light bites and soft drinks
The Sonoma Room (Fri–Sun, 9 AM–5 PM): Catered meals, light bites, tea, coffee, soft drinks, and wine tasting
Please note: No outside glass containers are permitted on the grounds.
UPGRADES
Looking to elevate your experience?
The Forum: The Forum is sold out for Saturday. Limited Sunday Forum access is still available. Add it to your Sunday for $229 for wine tasting, light bites, and a premium viewing experience.
Ultra4 Ride-Alongs: Buckle in for an exhilarating ride in an Ultra4 off-road racing vehicle. Experiences start at $199. Find your check-in location and times in the app.
WHAT TO BRING
Allowed:
Bags and coolers (note: there is no on-site storage for personal belongings other than the vehicle you arrived in)
Sunscreen and layers — mornings can be cool and afternoons warm
Ear protection (recommended; earplugs are also available at the Velocity Booth)
Not Allowed:
Lawn chairs or tents (plenty of seating is available around the track, including shaded areas)
Glass containers
Drones
Pets are discouraged. This event features large crowds and loud vehicles.
CHILDREN & PETS
Children
All children ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Children's tickets are $5 and are required for all attendees regardless of age. Strollers are welcome.
Pets
Pets are discouraged. This event features large crowds and loud vehicles. Service animals are welcome at Velocity Invitational but must be kept on a leash at all times.
RE-ENTRY POLICY
There is no re-entry. Once you leave the venue, your ticket cannot be rescanned for entry. Plan to stay for the day — with food, drinks, and a packed schedule, you won't want to leave anyway.
FIRST AID
A first aid stations is located on-site. Look for the MED CENTER by the Raceway Cafe.
If you need immediate assistance, ask any staff member or volunteer and they'll direct you to the nearest station. For emergencies, please dial 911 immediately.
CODE OF CONDUCT
We expect all attendees to treat each other — and the incredible cars that owners have generously shared with us — with respect. On-site security will remove any attendee who behaves inappropriately, causes damage to property or impedes other guests' enjoyment of the event.
Full terms and conditions: viavelocity.com/terms-conditions