Jeffrey Earnhardt Racing Experience @ Iowa Speedway
Overview
Join the Jeffrey Earnhardt Racing Experience at Iowa Speedway for high-speed laps around the 7/8-mile asphalt oval hosted by driver Jeffrey Earnhardt. The event offers ride-alongs and multiple driving packages in Modified, Cup/Xfinity-style, and GEN6 cars.
The venue is Iowa Speedway, 3333 Rusty Wallace Dr, Newton, IA, about 30 miles east of Des Moines. Bookings, driver info and safety briefings are provided through the official site; the event page lists a scheduled date of July 11, 2026.
What to Expect
You’ll get a safety briefing, helmet/gear checks, and on-track time in purpose-built race cars or as a passenger with a trained driver. Expect turn-key experiences with photos-for-sale and staff support for first-time drivers.
Look out for:
- Multiple driving tiers (e.g., Modified, Cup/Xfinity-style, GEN6) and lap-package options.
- Ride-along opportunities, including advertised sessions with Jeffrey Earnhardt.
- A drivers information packet covering rules, fitment and safety procedures.
- On-site photo packages and event staff handling staging and timing.
Best way to experience it:
Arrive early for check-in and the mandatory briefing, read the drivers packet in advance, and choose a lap package that matches your comfort level; novice drivers often start with smaller lap bundles or a supervised ride-along first.
Things to Note
- Mandatory safety briefing and gear/fit checks—read the driver info packet before arrival.
- Book in advance online or by phone; event pages list specific dates (example: July 11, 2026).
- Bring a valid photo ID for check-in; expect photo packages available for purchase.
- Facility is at Iowa Speedway (3333 Rusty Wallace Dr, Newton, IA); plan travel from Des Moines (~30 miles).
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