California Speedway NASCAR Party Zone, etc

California Speedway's NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series race is Sunday, September 2, 2007.

Here are some basics:

The Party Zone is the place fans can listen to their favorite drivers while they take part in a brief question and answer session before the races on Saturday and Sunday. The cost for the area is $85 for Saturday (includes Saturday Pit Pass), $125 for Sunday (includes Sunday Pit Pass) or $175 for both days. The Party Zone includes food & beverage service, driver & celebrity appearances and closed circuit televisions. Party Zone is located outside Gate 16 near the West Hospitality area.  Party Zone guests must also have a valid grandstand ticket or infield wristband to enter the hospitality area.

Fans may enter California Speedway with:

One soft side bag / cooler, no larger than 6x6x12 inches. Examples include: a soft side insulated cooler, a scanner bag, a fanny pack, a purse, a diaper bag, etc. This one bag may be carried in any manner, i.e. by handle, with shoulder straps, on a belt, etc. The soft side insulated cooler may contain ice.

One clear plastic bag, no larger than 18x18x4 inches to accommodate samples received and purchases made after fans have parked their cars. This one bag may be carried in any manner, i.e. by handle, with shoulder straps, etc. Clear plastic bags may not contain ice.

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