ABOUT MARTINSVILLE SPEEDWAY

Martinsville Speedway holds a special place in NASCAR history. First opened in 1947, it is the oldest track still on the Cup Series schedule and remains a true short-track classic. Tucked away in Ridgeway, Virginia, the half-mile oval is shaped like a paperclip – 0.526 miles of long straights, flat, tight turns, and constant contact.

Its size may be small, but the action is anything but. Martinsville is famous for close-quarters racing, where drivers lean on each other lap after lap in the fight for position. The mix of asphalt corners and concrete straightaways only adds to the challenge, creating a rhythm that rewards patience, precision, and toughness. It’s not called the “Half-Mile of Mayhem” for nothing.

The compact layout means fans are always close to the action, with clear views across the track from almost any seat in the 60,000-plus grandstand. The roar of stock cars nose-to-tail around the oval makes Martinsville an intense experience for both newcomers and long-time followers.

The crown jewel of the season here is the Xfinity 500, a fall NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs race that often plays a decisive role in the championship chase. The track also stages NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series and Craftsman Truck Series events, packing the weekend with wheel-to-wheel competition.

Beyond the racing, Martinsville offers a lively midway and Fan Zone filled with merchandise trailers, displays, and live entertainment. And no trip is complete without trying the track’s legendary hot dogs – a tradition as famous as the racing itself.

Martinsville Speedway blends deep NASCAR heritage with authentic short-track drama and a fan-friendly atmosphere. Whether you’re walking through the gates for the first time or keeping up a yearly tradition, a weekend here is one of the most genuine racing experiences in the sport.