Tazewell, Tennessee’s 1/3 mile dirt oval known as Tazewell Speedway was built in 1965 and is known as one of the country’s most exciting racetracks. Fans know that Tazewell Speedway will produce action-packed racing action every time the gates open.
Tazewell Speedway (dubbed as “The Taz”) is famous for it’s extremely high banks and tight close racing action.
Tazewell Speedway is also known as one of the fastest tracks in the country. Jeff Wolfenbarger of Knoxville, TN established a new track record in 2009 with a time of 10.947 seconds. Rick Rogers of Knoxville was the first driver to crack the 10-second barrier in May 2009 before Wolfenbarger set a faster lap time just a few weeks later. Scott Bloomquist broke the record in 2013.
Tazewell Speedway hosts a six-division racing program featuring: Tazewell (Limited) Late Models, Sportsman Late Models, Modified Street, Pure Street, Four-Cylinder, and Classic Cars
Venture your way to the famous Tazewell Speedway-and bring the entire family-for an action-packed night of fun.
Weekly Racing Ticket Prices:
Grandstand Admission: $10.00 (Children the age of 9 and younger are admitted free with a paying
adult)
Pit Admission: $30.00
$20.00 (kids 12 and under)
(Admission Prices vary during special events)
For 2019, everyone under the age of 18 that enters the pit area must enter with a signed minor release form. The form can be downloaded here. The form must be printed in color, signed by parents or guardians, signed by a witness, and notorized. Forms will also be available at the pit gate and do not need to be notorized. The track’s insurance company is requiring this and Tazewell Speedway regrets any inconvenience this may cause.
Gate Opening Times:
Grandstands – 5:00
Pit Gates – 4:00 p.m.
(NOTE: Opening times for special events may vary)
Camping
Camping Sites are available upon request. Please contact the track for more information at (423) 626 2222.
These camping spaces are available on a “first come- first served” basis. There is a limited amount of electrical hook-ups.
NO COOLERS OR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ARE ALLOWED ON THE PREMISES OF TAZEWELL SPEEDWAY.
Tazewell Speedway Host Hotel
Tazewell Motor Lodge
Hwy. 25E
Tazewell, Tennessee
(423) 626-7229
Directions to Tazewell Speedway
Tazewell Speedway is located just two miles northwest of Tazewell, Tennessee. Going north on US 25-E, turn right and then left onto Bacchus Rd, and then 1.8 miles north, then .8 miles west and the race track is located on the left.
Media Credentials
Members of the media are always welcome to Tazewell Speedway. Any media member wishing to cover one of our events should contact Michael Moats for approval prior to that event. Credentials are not carried over from one event to the next, a separate request must be submitted for each event.
Qualifying Records:
Super Late Models – Scott Bloomquist – 10.822 seconds
Steel-Head Late Models – Jason Trammell – 11.315 seconds
Crate Late Models – Mike Smith – 12.047 seconds
Super Stock – Brad Davis – 12.476 seconds
Pure Street – Steve Smith – 14.316 seconds
Four Cylinder – Derik Duggan – 13.944 seconds
Classic Car – Phillip Thompson – 13.783 seconds
Open Wheel Modified – Donnie Adams – 12.358 seconds
Sportsman – Matt Tharp – 11.745 seconds
Minor Release Form:
The minor release form can be downloaded/printed here.
