Buckle up as the Cook Out Summer Shootout returns to America’s Home for Racing for its 32nd thrilling season. This summer tradition is back and more jam-packed than ever, delivering high-speed racing, outrageous theme nights and interactive family fun every week for two straight months.
Each week, watch as more than 175 of the nation’s top grassroots racers hit the famed Charlotte Motor Speedway quarter-mile, putting on an adrenaline-pumping show under the lights. From bumper-to-bumper battles on the track to games, giveaways and surprises in the stands, every night offers something new for fans of all ages.
From rising young talents chasing their racing dreams to appearances from motorsports stars like Bubba Wallace, Shane van Gisbergen and Scott McLaughlin and more, this summer’s action on the frontstretch quarter-mile is shaping up to be unforgettable.
The season’s green flag drops with a doubleheader on Monday, June 9, and Tuesday, June 10. Kick off the season right on Monday with the Cook Out Kickoff, presented by Cook Out. Swing by your nearest Cook Out, grab a fancy milkshake or a giant tea, and bring your cup to the gate for FREE admission to a full-throttle night of racing fun.
Then don’t miss Tuesday’s Media Mayhem, presented by DSM Luxury Motorsports, where local media personalities trade their microphones for helmets in a high-stakes school bus slobberknocker. Will your favorite newscaster cross the finish line first? Come find out — get the inside scoop live from the track!
Whether it’s dressing up in your best cowboy hat or watching fireworks burst over the track, each night brings a one-of-a-kind experience. Here’s the full lineup for this season’s Cook Out Summer Shootout:
Monday, June 9: Cook Out Kickoff presented by Cook Out
- FREE entry with a Cook Out cup
Tuesday, June 10: Media Mayhem presented by DSM Luxury Motorsports
- Local media personalities face off in a school bus scramble
Tuesday, June 17: Laps and Lassos presented by DSM Luxury Motorsports
- Dress up in your best western gear, get $5 off
Tuesday, June 24: NASCAR Night presented by NASCAR Hall of Fame
- Wear your favorite NASCAR driver gear, get $5 off
Tuesday, June 30: Night of Games presented by Bojangles
- The 100th person through the gate gets a BIG prize
Monday, July 1: Red, White and Vrooms presented by Pro FABrication Headers & Exhaust
- First responders and military personnel get in FREE
- $15 ticket – includes post-race firework show & driver autograph session
Tuesday, July 8: Lug Nut’s Birthday Party
- Bring a toy donation for Lug Nut, and get in FREE
Tuesday, July 15: Camping Night presented by DSM Luxury Motorsports
- Boys & Girls Scouts in uniform get in FREE
Tuesday, July 22: Speedway Sports Night presented by DSM Luxury Motorsports
- Rep your favorite team, get $5 off
Tuesday, July 29: Champions Night presented by DSM Luxury Motorsports
- Round 2 of the school bus smackdown
- Buy a Round 10 ticket for a chance to win four FREE tickets to the Cook Out Monster Truck Bash!
- $15 ticket – includes post-race firework show & driver autograph session
DRIVE OUT HUNGER:
All summer long, fans who bring a canned food donation to the gate will receive $2 off their ticket. Donations will directly benefit local Blessing Boxes.
ABOUT COOK OUT SUMMER SHOOTOUT:
Celebrating its 32nd season, the Cook Out Summer Shootout is a 10-race showcase of speed, featuring eight racing divisions of Legend Cars and Bandoleros. Races are held each Tuesday night under the lights with championship points on the line all summer long.
TICKETS:
Tickets are $10; kids 12 and under get in FREE. For tickets, schedules and more details about all the happenings at Charlotte Motor Speedway, visit www.charlottemotorspeedeay.com/tickets.
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