The tradition-rich Food City 500 NASCAR weekend is just around the corner. Only seven weeks away, the event takes place April 10-12, 2026. For fans who plan to attend and are looking to elevate their experience beyond the standard grandstand seating and really want to explore the space that is iconic Bristol Motor Speedway, there are an abundance of premium and upgrade options available to fit every fan’s mission. From VIP upgrades that put you right in the center of the action to premium skybox seating that provides an unforgettable luxury experience, the options are plentiful. But fans need to act now as many of these options have limited seating and will fill up quickly. Here are 10 ways to elevate your Bristol Motor Speedway experience during this year’s Food City 500 weekend.
- The Roof at Turn 4
We are inviting you to step into the most coveted vantage point in motorsports—the Roof at Turn 4 at Bristol-- just feet away from raw speed and roaring power. With such an amazing vantage point as the cars rumbled out of turn three and sweep through turn four, this is where true fans belong. You will feel the surge, hear the thunder, and witness every restart at a distance so close it’s unforgettable. Don’t just watch the race, be a part of it with this upgrade option.
- Pre-Race Track Walk
Step onto the legendary Bristol Motor Speedway Half-Mile and place yourself at the center of racing history with this upgrade experience. This is more than a walk—it’s an immersion into the moments, the roar, and the legacy that has made Bristol an icon. Along the way, our exclusive audio tour brings the track to life, guiding you through the unforgettable stories and historic milestones that shaped one of motorsports’ most celebrated arenas. You’ll get to check out the high banks in the turns and feel how steep those corners really are. A walk around the track really gives fans a fresh perspective once they begin watching their heroes compete later in the day.
- SuperFan Suites
Designed for the ultimate race fan loyalist, these premium seating suites allow fans of specific drivers—including Ryan Blaney, Denny Hamlin, Chase Elliott, Joey Logano and Kyle Larson—to watch the race in a shared environment decorated in their team’s colors. The suite comes with an all-inclusive meal and non-alcoholic beverages, theater style seating in the climate-controlled skybox suite, closed-circuit TVs, one reserved parking pass and access to the pre-race Track Walk.
- Busch Light Banks & Brews
If you decide to sit in the Busch Light Banks & Brews prime outdoor location overlooking turns 1 and 2, be warned, you are going to be so close to the action that you might feel like you are actually driving the race cars. Already have seats and want to experience Banks & Brews anyway? No problem! Add on the Party Deck Pass to supercharge your experience or upgrade to the Private or Public Loge Box seating areas. The Loge Box seating option provides an all-inclusive catered meal and beverages, a cashless bar for beer and cocktails, and a pre-race Track Walk pass. The private Loge boxes seat 6-8 and also comes with one reserved parking pass and one Racing Electronics Scanner & Headset per guest.
- Turn 1 Tavern
Bristol's only combined indoor/outdoor suite, offering a "cigar lounge" vibe with plush leather seating and a premium selection of spirits, is the perfect location for fans to experience the ultimate in luxury and comfort. Situated above Turn 1 this premium seating option allows guests to step outside on the deck to enjoy one of the best rooftop views around The Last Great Colosseum. The climate-controlled suite includes catered meals and beverages, race scanner, parking pass and closed-circuit televisions.
- The Bristol Club
Located along the backstretch, this massive climate-controlled skybox holds over 300 guests and features theater-style seating, closed-circuit TVs, all-inclusive meals and beverages, and driver appearances. One parking pass is included as is a pass to take a stroll around the track during the pre-race Track Walk. You can purchase this premium seating option in weekend or single-day.
- Pre-Race Infield Experience
With the Pre-Race Infield Experience, fans will be able to feel the electricity before the green flag drops. This upgrade allows fans to stand just feet from the pre-race concert stage as the band ignites and NASCAR Cup Series stars take center stage during Bristol’s famed Driver Introductions. This is where anticipation peaks, engines rumble, and memories are made. Sometimes the best moments happen before the race even begins.
- Chairman’s Experience
The Chairman’s Experience is an ultra-VIP offering providing the highest level of access, including VIP Garage Access, Victory Lane entry, and a craft-style menu with a full open bar from the comfort of a climate-controlled luxury skybox that has closed circuit TVs and wi-fi access. You will think you are a race team owner or a track executive as a courtesy golf cart drives you all around track property. Your pass also includes access to pre-race ceremonies, the pre-race Track Walk and the Roof at Turn 4.
- 1961
The pinnacle of BMS luxury, this newest premium seating addition features a state-of-the-art front-stretch view, climate-controlled skybox, chef-attended action stations along with an open bar including sodas, beers, wine, and spirits, and dedicated concierge services. You will also be able to enjoy the view from the Roof in Turn 4, a pre-race Track Walk pass and a premium parking pass.
- Ultimate Fan Pass
The Ultimate Fan Pass isn’t a ticket, it’s a green-light for fans to experience exclusive access all around Bristol Motor Speedway during race weekend. By purchasing this ticket upgrade fans can get access to the infield, including the NASCAR Garage and Pit Road for the full weekend. A specially-scheduled tour of the garage will be provided to all Ultimate Fan Pass holders at a designated time. This pass also gets you up close to the pre-race concert in the infield.
To take advantage of any of the above premium seating options or experience upgrades, please call the Bristol Motor Speedway Ticket Sales Center at 866-415-4158 or visit Bristol Motor Speedway’s website.
The racing action heats up at Bristol Motor Speedway April 10-12 during a weekend of NASCAR action when the Craftsman Trucks hit the Bristol high banks on the evening of April 10 for the Tennessee Army National Guard 250 Truck Race (7:30 p.m., FS1, PRN Radio, SiriusXM Radio); On Saturday, April 11, it will be action-packed with the 300-lap NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race (7:30 p.m., The CW, PRN Radio, Sirius XM Radio) and Bush’s Beans Qualifying; The tradition-rich Food City 500 NASCAR Cup Series race will thrill fans on Sunday afternoon, April 12 (3 p.m., FS1, PRN Radio, Sirius XM Radio) and bring the fun weekend to a triumphant finish.
In addition to cheering on their favorite drivers on the track, fans at Bristol Motor Speedway will definitely want to take advantage of so many activities to make a complete weekend of family fun. There will be great video entertainment provided by Colossus TV, the world's largest center-hung video screen, plenty of music throughout the event, premium VIP experiences, tailgating, on-site camping, a pre-race track walk on the legendary oval, and other entertainment at the Food City Fan Zone Stage headlined by Trackside Live with Kenny Wallace and John Roberts, great food and beverages in the concession stands throughout the property, and so much more.
To purchase tickets to the Food City 500 weekend of races or any events at Bristol Motor Speedway, please visit the track’s website or call the BMS Ticket Sales Center at (866) 415-4158. You can also purchase tickets at any neighborhood Food City store while supplies lasts.
