Oswego Speedway Drive a Race Car Experience

This is the perfect experience gift for the stock car racing fan in your life!

Your racing adventure begins when you arrive at Oswego Speedway. At the driver’s orientation session, seasoned racing instructors get you ready for the incredible power and speed you are about to experience. They’ll go over safety procedures, entering and exiting the track, finding the line, the flags used, passing and much more. You’ll get geared up in a full-face helmet and a fireproof racing suit over your clothes.

Then comes the exciting part! You’ll slide through the window, into the driver’s seat, get strapped into your 5-point harness and connect your one-way radio to your helmet so you can hear your instructor while you’re driving around the track. As you’re driving, you'll get advice on all aspects of racing including cornering, break points, changing gears and accelerating the whole way through. Their aim is to get you driving safely and faster and faster.

No previous stock car racing experience needed!

With their loved ones on the sidelines watching, this is guaranteed to be an unforgettable adventure for racing fans and thrill seekers alike and makes a truly unique experience gift!

2024 Dates*

• No longer available.

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

Highlights:

• Soar around Oswego Speedway's 5/8-mile asphalt oval.
• Feel the awesome power of a Late Model stock car's 400+ horsepower engine.
• Instruction and guidance from seasoned racing professionals.
• You will be provided with a fireproof driver's suit, helmet with one-way radio communication, and a HANS Device.

Location:      Oswego, New York

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

How fast will I be able to go?

• Real fast! You are driving by yourself in the race car. The speeds will vary according to each driver’s individual performance.

Need to know:

• The minimum age drive a race car is18 years old. Ride Along minimum age is 14 years and be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Drivers must be able to climb through a 15” high by 28” wide window that sits 35” from the ground.
• Minimum height requirement is 5′ tall.
• Maximum height allowable is 6′ 4″.
• Chest and waist cannot exceed 52".
• Wear clothes that will be comfortable under the driver racing suit.
• Closed-toed 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.