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GAINESVILLE RACEWAY 2026 TRACK POLICIES

BEFORE YOU HEAD OUT TO THE TRACK, CHECK OUT OUR GATE POLICY, FAN CODE OF CONDUCT, & PET POLICY!

At Gainesville Raceway, our main goal is to provide you with a safe and enjoyable experience at Florida’s Home for Drag Racing. With that in mind, please review our Gate Policy, which ensures all guests can have the best experience possible while attending the NHRA Gatornationals at Gainesville Raceway!

GAINESVILLE RACEWAY GATE POLICY

  • Binoculars, Scanners, Headsets, and Cameras
  • Blankets
  • Camelbacks or Hydration Packs (Subject to Inspection)
  • Camera Stands, Including Tripods and Monopods as long as they do not create a safety hazard or obstruct views (Not Permitted In Spectator Viewing Areas or Grandstands)
  • Coolers No Larger Than 14" x 14" x 14"
  • Flags, provided they do not obstruct the view of others and are not offensive or obscene
  • Food and Beverages, including water & soft drinks, in non-glass containers. Alcohol is not permitted.
  • Mobility Devices used by guests with disabilities. (Devices can be prohibited if deemed unsafe)
  • Personal, non-commercial photo & video cameras. Video cameras and audio recording equipment are not permitted within the Starting Line area unless expressly approved by NHRA or venue media representatives.
  • Seat Cushions and Seat Backs (No Bigger Than 18" x 10")
  • Strollers Are Permitted Through the Gates but Not Allowed In the Grandstands
  • Aerosol cans, except sunscreen, sunblock, and insect repellent
  • Alcoholic beverages brought in from outside the venue
  • Animals, except for service animals trained to perform work or tasks for an individual with a disability
  • Bicycles
  • Coolers larger than 14" x 14" x 14"
  • Commercial photo and video cameras
  • Droners or unmanned aircraft systems
  • Fireworks, flares, explosives, or incendiary systems
  • Flagpoles
  • Folding chairs
  • Glass containers
  • Golf carts, ATVs, scooters, minibikes, roller blades, skateboards, skates, pogo sticks, hoverboards, or similar recreational or motorized devices
  • Illegal drugs, controlled substances, or drug paraphernalia
  • Lasers or laser pointers of any kind
  • Noisemakers, including air horns or similar devices
  • Offensive or obscene materials, including flags, signs, or clothing
  • Scaffolding, platforms, trampolines, swimming pools, or similar structures/equipment
  • Selfie sticks
  • Stickers or adhesive materials
  • Umbrellas
  • Weapons of any type, including firearms, knives, or other sharp objects, and ammunition
  • Items restricted by local, state, or federal law
  • Any other item not listed above that the NHRA or venue personnel determine poses a safety hazard, interferes with event operations, or diminishes the enjoyment of the event by other guests

GAINESVILLE RACEWAY FAN CODE OF CONDUCT

NHRA races bring together passionate fans, competitors, and families to celebrate the sport of drag racing. That passion is welcome and encouraged, but must be expressed in a manner that supports a safe, enjoyable, and respectful environment for everyone in attendance.

Those in attendance are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that supports the safety of the event, complies with applicable laws and venue policies, and does not interfere with the enjoyment of others. Enthusiastic support of the sport is encouraged; conduct that is unsafe, abusive, disruptive, or threatening will not be tolerated.

NHRA reserves the right to take action in response to violations of this Fan Code of Conduct, including removal from the event without refund and, where warranted, additional sanctions. Guests with tickets or credentials for restricted areas may be subject to additional rules, regulations, and policies.

The following conduct is strictly prohibited at NHRA events:

GAINESVILLE RACEWAY FAN CODE OF CONDUCT
  • Fighting, physical altercations, or threatening behavior toward any individual
  • Harassment, intimidation, or use of abusive, obscene, or discriminatory language or gestures
  • Failure or refusal to comply with requests or instructions from NHRA personnel, venue staff, security, or law enforcement
  • Disorderly, disruptive, or dangerous behavior that creates a safety risk, disrupts the event, or interferes with the experience of others, including throwing objects or inciting others to engage in such conduct
  • Entering or attempting to enter restricted or unauthorized areas without proper authorization or credentials
  • Being visibly intoxicated or impaired by alcohol or other substances in a manner that presents a safety concern
  • Damaging, destroying, defacing, or tampering with property
  • Throwing objects
  • Smoking in grandstands or other spectator viewing areas, including the use of electronic cigarettes, vaping devices, or similar products. Guests who smoke may do so only in designated areas located at least twenty (20) feet away from buildings, seating entrances, or spectator areas
  • Operation of drones or unmanned aircraft systems without express authorization
  • Use of cameras, recording devices, or other equipment for unauthorized commercial purposes
  • Possession of weapons or firearms
  • Display of signs, flags, banners, or other displays (including clothing items) that are obscene, discriminatory, unsafe, or that obstruct views, aisles, or walkways
  • Unauthorized sale, solicitation, or promotion of goods, services, or materials

GAINESVILLE RACEWAY PET POLICY

Due to the unique safety, noise, and operational considerations associated with motorsports events, pets are not permitted in spectator areas, grandstands, pit areas, restricted areas, or other event operations areas.

Pets may be permitted only within designated campground or RV areas, subject to the  requirements and restrictions below. 

LOCATION

Pets are permitted only in designated campground or RV areas and are not allowed in grandstands, spectator viewing areas, pit or paddock areas, restricted zones, or other event or operational areas at any time.

Pets must be kept on a leash at all times and under the physical control of a responsible handler. Pets may not be left unattended or allowed to roam freely.

Pets must be well-behaved and must not pose a safety risk or nuisance to other guests. Pets that exhibit aggressive behavior, excessive barking, signs of distress, or that are otherwise disruptive may be required to be removed from the venue at the discretion of NHRA or venue personnel.

Due to high noise levels and other environmental conditions associated with motorsport events, pet owners are responsible for monitoring their pets’ well-being. NHRA and the venue reserve the right to require removal of any pet if continued presence poses a risk to the animal’s health or safety.

Pet owners are responsible for promptly cleaning up after their pets and properly disposing of waste. Failure to do so may result in removal of the pet and/or the owner from the venue.

This Pet Policy does not apply to service animals trained to perform work or tasks for an individual with a disability. Service animals are permitted in accordance with applicable law.

Failure to comply with this Pet Policy may result in removal of the pet and/or the owner from the campground or venue, without refund, and may result in additional sanctions as determined by NHRA or the venue.

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