Here at Bristol Motor Speedway, we desire the safest environment possible for fans to enjoy the event experience. 

In an effort to enhance fan comfort during the races, Bristol Motor Speedway will continue its carry-in bag policy for our events. In addition to permitting one 14-inch cooler, fans now may bring one carry-in bag only. That item also may not exceed the 14-inch size limit. All carry-in items will be searched prior to entry into Speedway grandstands. It is recommended that fans make their way into the gates at least one hour prior to green flag to allow proper time for inspection of these items.

Prohibited Items:

To ensure that all fans have a safe and enjoyable visit to Bristol Motor Speedway and Bristol Dragway, the following items will not be permitted inside the gates:

  • Folding Stadium Seats... Please note that STADIUM CUSHIONS ARE PERMITTED
  • Umbrellas
  • Strollers
  • Illegal Drugs
  • ATV-type vehicles or Golf carts
  • Fires, Grills, or Fireworks
  • Weapons of any kind (regardless of Permit)
  • Folding Chairs
  • Coolers over 14 inches
  • More than one carry-in bag (bag cannot exceed size of cooler)
  • Glass Containers
  • Pets (except service animals assisting the disabled)
  • Scaffolds or Platforms
  • Bicycles
  • Beer Balls/Kegs
  • Noise-Makers, Horns, Helium Balloons and Beach Balls
  • Other items that may pose a safety hazard or diminish the enjoyment of an event by other patrons

Prohibited Activities

Please note that the following activities are not permitted on Speedway or Dragway grounds:

  • Solicitation for Donations
  • Selling or Buying Tickets
  • Unapproved Selling of Merchandise or Services
  • Unapproved Distribution of any item
  • Unapproved Entertaining
  • In accordance with Tennessee state law, all grandstand, terrace, suite, and restroom areas at Bristol Motor Speedway and Dragway are non-smoking. The General Assembly of the State of Tennessee passed the "Non-Smoker Protection Act" and it was signed into law in June 2007. The Act prohibits smoking in most public facilities, including "sports arenas." Guests may still smoke in our concourse area, but grandstand, terrace and suite seating areas are non-smoking.