Velocity Invitational 2026
Description
America's greatest car culture event returns from May 29-31, 2026!
A bucket-list celebration of motorsport and car culture, where historic race cars mix with cutting-edge hypercars, concours classics, radical drift whips, and so much more. All presented up-close-and-personal with no velvet ropes to hold you back.
Lineup
Historic Motorsport
Hundreds of the world's most significant racing machines. Formula One. NASCAR. Le Mans. World Rally Championship. All at Sonoma Raceway for you to see, hear and feel.
Celebrity Sightings
From legendary drivers to celebrity chefs to famous musicians and more, the world’s greatest all have one thing in common: they come to Velocity to meet their fans, and experience the same incredible mix of car culture that you do.
Hypercars & Supercars
Pagani. Koenigsegg. McLaren. Lamborghini. Ferrari. Bugatti. All the world’s greatest exotic road machines converge in one place every year: Velocity Invitational.
Wine Country Hospitality
At Velocity Invitational, hospitality is more than just a meal—it’s an experience as refined as the cars on track. From gourmet offerings by top local vendors to exclusive spaces like The Forum at Turn 1 and The Sonoma Room at Turn 11, every bite and sip is curated to elevate your day or weekend.
Family Fun
Whether you're a dyed-in-the-wool gearhead or just someone who loves one, the Invitational experience doesn't stop with cars. Every day, all day, there are games, experiences, celebrities, food, music, and fun for everybody in the family. Maybe even some cars, too.
Car Culture
No matter what you love – you’ll see it at Velocity. And not behind ropes, either. Get up close to soak in every detail of the latest hypercars, priceless historic race cars, drift whips, low riders, and legendary models rarely seen outside of private collections.
Immersive Experiences
At Velocity Invitational, you can do more than watch the excitement. You can become a part of it. Ride along in some of the world's most exhilarating machines, both on the track and off road.
FAQs
- Can children attend?
Yes! Children 15 and under can attend all weekend for just $5, but must be accompanied by an adult 18 or over.
- Are there food and beverage options?
Yes there are. General admission tickets provide access to Velocity Plaza, where you'll find local food and beverage vendors providing many kinds of cuisines. For an upgraded experience, reserve access to the private Forum at Turn 1 or Sonoma Room at Turn 11 for wine tastings and complimentary dining.
- Is there lodging available?
Camping at the track is available for purchase. We also recommend the following hotels: Marin County Best Western PLUS, Novato Oaks Inn 215 Alameda del Prado, Novato, CA, 94949 (800) 625 7466 Best Western PLUS, Corte Madera Inn 56 Madera Blvd, Corte Madera, CA 94928 (800) 777 9670 Courtyard Novato Marin Sonoma (415) 883 8950 Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County 101 McInnis Pkwy, San Rafael, CA 94903 (415) 499-9222 Sonoma County Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn 100 Boyes Blvd., Sonoma, California 95476 (707) 938 9000 The Lodge at Sonoma 1325 Broadway at Leveroni & Napa Roads, Sonoma, California 95476 USA (707) 935 6600 Napa Valley Springhill Suites by Marriott 101 Gateway Road East, Napa, CA 94558 (707) 251 4060 Solano County Hampton Inn Discovery Kingdom Napa Gateway 1596 Fairgrounds Drive, Vallejo, CA 94589 (707) 544 9655
- Is there camping at the track?
All camping tickets will be delivered electronically, please have them out and ready for scanning upon driving onto the raceway property. All campers must have General Admission tickets to the event. Check-in is on: Thursday, May 28: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, May 29: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. or Saturday, May 30: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Check-out Monday June 1 before 11:00am pst Each campsite comes with one non-RV car parking spot. There are a limited number of additional vehicle parking spaces in all campgrounds. You are not guaranteed an additional vehicle parking space. If you cannot fit your tow vehicle or passenger car in your camping space and all designated spaces are full, additional vehicle parking for trackside campers is located in Lot 4. Sales are final. Please review your purchase carefully. Camping rules and regulations will be posted as we near the start of the 2026 Velocity Invitational.
- Where can I park?
Free General Admission parking is available. Valet, Preferred or Car Corral parking for classic and exotic vehicles is available for purchase in advance. Handicap parking is available. To use a handicap placard be sure to bring paperwork showing your name and placard number and a valid driver’s license. Shuttles will be provided for guests from lots to the paddock. No overnight parking is allowed within the parking lots. Valet check in is located in front of the Turn Eleven Pavilion at Gate One.
- Is access available for those with disabilities?
Handicap parking is available in a paved lot. Please alert the front gate if you would like to be directed to this lot. To use a handicap placard, be sure to bring paperwork showing your name and placard number and a valid driver’s license. Complimentary ADA accessible shuttles will be provided to and from the Handicap lot to the main gate, which is our paddock entrance. Please note that this is a high decibel event for those who are noise sensitive. Please bring ear plugs, or other forms of protection if needed. Service animals are permitted with proper documentation. Mobility scooters are permitted. These are not available on site to rent.
- Can I get celebrity autographs?
Drivers and other celebrities included in each session will be released closer to the event. Times of the sessions will be released closer to the event. Autographs are first come, first serve. Cutting in line is prohibited. Saving positions for other guests in line is prohibited. Please view our list of prohibited items if you have questions about bringing items to get signed during the session. Signing of body parts is not allowed. Only one item per guest will be allowed to be signed.
- Can I get a ride in a race car or hypercar?
Yes - ridealong experiences are available for purchase after you select a general admission ticket. Ridealong experiences include modern supercars, race-prepped rally cars, and historic race cars.
- Can I bring my pet?
Only pets for seeing impaired guests or for other ADA purposes are allowed into the raceway. Pets are permitted in camping areas, but must remain on a leash or in a harness at all times.
- What else should I know?
Guests 18 years and younger must be accompanied by a guardian. Smoking is only permitted in designated, non-seating areas and away from any crowds or lines of people. This also applies to e-cigarettes. Food and Beverages are available for purchase throughout the event.
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