O'FALLON, MO (February 2, 2012) – Fans can now secure their spot at the first two stops on the 2012 American Drag Racing League (ADRL) Tour.
The ADRL announced on Thursday that tickets are now available for purchase for the first race of the 2012 season, CarSafe Dragpalooza VIII, which takes place on March 30-31 at Royal Purple Raceway in Houston, and the second race, the Spring Drags III, which takes place on April 20-21 and marks the ADRL's first trip to Bristol Dragway.
It is the first two of 10 stops on the 2012 ADRL Tour and the first two races to showcase the revolutionary new ADRL SuperCar Showdown.
Tickets are $15 per day for adults. Children 12-under are admitted free. Parking for each event is $10 per day.
A special two-day full event ticket can be purchased for just $25, enabling fans to enjoy the full Friday and Saturday ADRL experience, including the new ADRL SuperCar Showdown, at a discounted rate.
A special online deal is also available for fans interested in purchasing a motorhome space for the highly-anticipated two-day event. Limited trackside motorhome spots for the weekend are available for $125, while second row motorhome spaces can be purchased for $75.
In addition to experiencing the world's premier eighth-mile drag racing league, all tickets include special VIP pit access, giving fans the opportunity to meet their favorite drivers and teams.
Along with the incredible side-by-side action that has made the ADRL a memorable and record-breaking league, the ADRL will have plenty of new additions for fans heading into 2012.
CarSafe Dragpalooza VIII will mark the first time the ADRL's Summit Racing Equipment Top Sportsman and Pro Modified classes have raced at Royal Purple Raceway, while the event will also mark the debut of the new ADRL SuperCar Showdown, which has quickly drawn rave reviews. The ADRL SuperCar Showdown will showcase the latest factory-produced, dealership-available automobiles in all-out drag racing with no handicap starts or performance restrictions, making it a must-see class at each ADRL Tour stop.
The Spring Drags III will also mark the first time the ADRL has raced at historic Bristol Dragway.
With an expanded manufacturer midway, special exhibition jet car runs and driver autograph sessions, fans can expect maximum value from their ticket purchase.
"The ADRL will have more cars than it ever has before in 2012, which means fans will see non-stop action and the best events the ADRL has ever offered," ADRL Executive Vice President Jeff Fortune said.
"We have always worked hard to provide the best action in drag racing while also remaining the best deal in drag racing."
To purchase tickets to CarSafe Dragpalooza VIII or the Spring Drags III, visit www.adrl.us/schedule/tickets.
Tickets can also be purchased by calling the Royal Purple Raceway Ticket Center at (281) 383-2666 or the Bristol Dragway ticket office at (423) BRISTOL (274-7865).
ADRL CARSAFE DRAGPALOOZA VIII FACT SHEET
WHAT: CarSafe Dragpalooza VIII is the first of 10 events on the 2012 ADRL Tour. Includes nine professional drag racing classes: Top Sportsman, Pro Modified, Extreme Pro Stock, Pro Extreme Motorcycle, Extreme 10.5, Pro Nitrous and Pro Extreme, as well as the new SuperCar Showdown, Pro Junior Dragster and special exhibition jet car runs.
WHEN: Friday and Saturday, March 30-31, 2012
WHERE: Royal Purple Raceway
SCHEDULE (Subject to change; all times local)
FRIDAY: Gates Open at 10 a.m. Qualifying Round 1 at 12 p.m.; Qualifying Round 2 at 3:30 p.m.; Qualifying Round 3 at 6:30 p.m.; Jet Car at 9:30 p.m.
SATURDAY: Gates Open at 10 a.m.; Qualifying Round 4 at 12 p.m.; Eliminations Round 1 at 3:30 p.m.; Jet Car at 9 p.m. Final Eliminations at 9:30 p.m.
TICKETS: On sale now at www.adrl.us/schedule/tickets or by calling the Royal Purple Raceway Ticket Center at (281) 383-2666. Friday Adult $15; Saturday Adult $15; Full Event Pass Adult $25; All Kids 12-Under Free; General Parking $10/day. All tickets include ADRL VIP pit pass.
ADRL SPRING DRAGS III FACT SHEET
WHAT: The Spring Drags III are the second of 10 events on the 2012 ADRL Tour. Includes nine professional drag racing classes: Top Sportsman, Pro Modified, Extreme Pro Stock, Pro Extreme Motorcycle, Extreme 10.5, Pro Nitrous and Pro Extreme, as well as the new SuperCar Showdown, Pro Junior Dragster and special exhibition jet car runs.
WHEN: Friday and Saturday, April 20-21, 2012
WHERE: Bristol Dragway
SCHEDULE (Subject to change; all times local)
FRIDAY: Gates Open at 10 a.m. Qualifying Round 1 at 12 p.m.; Qualifying Round 2 at 3:30 p.m.; Qualifying Round 3 at 6:30 p.m.; Jet Car at 9:30 p.m.
SATURDAY: Gates Open at 10 a.m.; Qualifying Round 4 at 12 p.m.; Eliminations Round 1 at 3:30 p.m.; Jet Car at 9 p.m. Final Eliminations at 9:30 p.m.
TICKETS: On sale now www.adrl.us/schedule/tickets or by calling the Bristol Dragway ticket office at (423) 274-7865.
Friday Adult $15; Saturday Adult $15; Full Event Pass Adult $25; All Kids 12-Under Free; General Parking $10/day. All tickets include ADRL VIP pit pass.
