Pensacola Drive a Race Car - Five Flags Speedway

Do you have what it takes to drive a highly tuned stock car! 

Make their dream come true at Pensacola's Five Flags Speedway with a genuine stock car racing experience. They will never forget the thrill of holding the pedal down and pushing a 400 horse power racing machine around the oval at speeds up to 150mph. The angles of the banking and the layout of Five Flags Speedway make this an extremely fast racetrack, with the lap record being under 17 seconds.

No racing experience is required!

Upon arrival, you’ll gear up in a fire-retardant driving suit over your clothes, HANS devices, and a full-face helmet. Next, at the drivers meeting a racing school instructor will get you ready for the incredible speed and power you are about to experience. The instructor will go over how to enter and exit the track, the flags used, finding the line, passing and much more.

Then comes the exciting part! You’ll climb through the window and into the driver’s seat, get strapped into your 5-point harness, and connect your earpiece to your helmet so you can hear your instructor while you’re on the track. You'll get advice on changing gears and braking points the entire time you are racing around the track, helping you drive safely as you get your speed up to an incredible level.

With your loved ones on the sidelines watching you experience this once-in-a-lifetime, adrenaline-fueled, white-knuckle race car drive, you’ll be focused on the track ahead as the roar of the engine drowns out every other thought.

2024 Dates*

• November 09, 2024 CANCELLED

*This experience has limited space and only select dates to choose from. Dates are subject to change.

Location:  Five Flags Speedway, Penascola, Florida    

Highlights:

• High speed laps around Pensacola's Five Flags Speedway, a 1/2 mile oval.
• You race a 400+ horsepower stock car.
• You’ll receive instruction from veteran driving professionals.
• Drive like you’ve never driven before.

The Cars:

• Late Models designed for racing smaller short oval racetracks.
• The Late Model’s strong chassis and fiberglass body make the race cars faster and lighter than the larger Cup cars used at bigger ovals.
• The race cars all have standard transmission. If you need help operating a standard vehicle the pit crew will help you out of the pit area and get to speed quickly.

How fast will I be able to go?

• Real fast! Every student and track is different.  The speeds vary according to a driver’s individual performance.

Need to know:

• The minimum age to drive a race car is 18 years old and a valid driver’s license is required.
• Ride Along minimum age is 14 years and be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
• Drivers must be able to climb through a 15” high by 28” wide window that sits 35” from the ground.
• Minimum height to participate: 5′ tall. Maximum height to participate: 6′ 4″. Chest and waist cannot exceed 52".
• Wear clothes that will be comfortable beneath the driver’s suit.
• Closed toe shoes are required. The shoes you wear should allow you to feel the pedals through the sole. A running shoe or equivalent usually works best (no boots). Open-toed shoes are not permitted.
• This experience is weather dependent. If your racing event is cancelled due to weather, your certificate will be rescheduled for a future date. Refunds cannot be issued.
• You are financially responsible for all damage caused to the car due to driver error. A Vehicle Protection Plan is available for $60.00, subject to a $1000.00 deductible. You can purchase optional insurance at the race car track on the day of your event. Due to the quality of the training and cars, damage is rare, but you will be responsible for any damage to the race car.

If you are a stock car racing fan and have always wanted to discover what it is like to be on the track for yourself, this Stock Car Racing experience at Five Flags Speedway is the way to go and is a thrilling unique gift!