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About Hickory Motor Speedway

Hickory Motor Speedway sits along Highway 70 Southeast in Newton, North Carolina, a historic short-track known as the Birthplace of the NASCAR Stars. With a permanent 0.363-mile oval, the venue blends a storied NASCAR past with a modern short-track experience. The facility accommodates approximately 9,600 seats and 3,600 in standing areas, for an overall capacity around 13,200. Whether you’re chasing a weekend race or exploring the NASCAR legacy, we’ve got you covered with practical tips to secure your seats, navigate parking, and find convenient lodging and dining nearby.

Note: HMS is a year-round racing destination hosting events like the Grand Slam (2025) and ARCA Menards Series East (2026). For accommodations and dining, rely on official HMS listings and trusted partner recommendations to plan a smooth trip.

Key details to know before you go: on-site parking is available, though policies can vary by event (some events advertise free parking). The nearest major airport is Charlotte Douglas International, roughly a 50-minute drive to Newton. There isn’t a published public transit schedule for HMS, so consider rideshare or car travel from the Charlotte area. Official HMS accommodations page lists partner hotels; these are reliable options to pair with your race weekend plans. If you’re chasing NASCAR history or attending a current NASCAR Whelen All-American Series race, you’re in for a classic short-track experience at Hickory Motor Speedway, proudly referred to as the Birthplace of the NASCAR Stars.

Helpful insider tips: secure your seats early through trusted ticket partners, verify parking details for your event, and book hotel stays near the HMS accommodations page for convenience. We’ve got you covered with straightforward, no-fuss ticket buying and planning help—like having a friend in the business.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location/address: 3130 Highway 70 SE, Newton, NC 28658.
  • Venue type: permanent short-track oval racing facility (0.363 miles).
  • Capacity: seating ~9,600; standing ~3,600; total ~13,200.
  • Seating chart: no publicly published HMS seating chart; capacity figures are cited from credible sources.
  • Parking: on-site parking; event parking policies vary; some events advertise free parking (e.g., Tar Heel 250).
  • Transit: no formal public transit info published; nearest major airport is Charlotte Douglas International (approx. 50 minutes away).
  • Nearby hotels: official hotels listed on the HMS Accommodations page.
  • Notable events: historic NASCAR Cup/Busch era; current NASCAR Whelen All-American Series; Grand Slam (2025) and ARCA Menards Series East (2026).
  • Renamed: Hickory Speedway (1952–1988) renamed to Hickory Motor Speedway in 1988.
  • Tagline: often referred to as the Birthplace of the NASCAR Stars.