In a significant development, NASCAR has taken over the management ownership of Bowman Gray Stadium, a beloved racing venue located on South Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.
NASCAR has taken over management ownership of Bowman Gray Stadium until 2050, signalling significant changes for the iconic racing venue in Winston-Salem. While the city will retain ownership of the track, NASCAR will oversee a weekly racing series from March to August each year
But what does this mean for the future of the stadium and the city of Winston-Salem? Let’s break it down:
What stays the same:
- The city of Winston-Salem still owns the racing track and will continue to oversee the stadium’s operations. It will work closely with its two major tenants: Winston-Salem State University and NASCAR/Winston-Salem Speedway Inc.
- NASCAR will manage the weekly racing series at Bowman Gray Stadium, running from March 1 through August 31 each year, until December 2050.
- Winston-Salem State University’s home football games will remain at the stadium during the fall season.
- NASCAR is committed to preserving the unique fan experience at Bowman Gray Stadium. This includes maintaining concession stands, reasonable ticket pricing, the excitement of track racing, and off-track entertainment.
What could change:
- NASCAR’s senior vice president of racing development and strategy, Ben Kennedy, has hinted at the possibility of bringing national series events back to the stadium. While these plans are not finalized, NASCAR aims to secure the future of this historic NASCAR-sanctioned venue.
- City officials will collaborate with NASCAR in the coming weeks to iron out the details of the transition in managing racing operations at the stadium.
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Winston-Salem State University’s football games will continue at the stadium, and NASCAR plans to maintain the unique fan experience while exploring the possibility of hosting national series events. City officials will collaborate with NASCAR to ensure a smooth transition in managing racing operations.
With NASCAR at the helm, Bowman Gray Stadium looks forward to a future filled with thrilling races, unforgettable experiences for fans, and the potential for even greater opportunities on the horizon.
