Stafford Motor Speedway Grandstand Policy

Updated July 2, 2020

Covid-19 Safety Protocols

Face Masks | Wash Hands | Keep 6 Ft. Apart 

We have worked with Connecticut government officials to ensure Stafford Speedway will be ready to provide a safe experience for all in attendance. Safety protocols and procedures will be in effect that include: 

• • Covid Waiver: In order to enter the facility, guests will be required to complete a one-time COVID-19 waiver form. Waiver form may be printed and signed prior to arriving. 
    • General Admission: Covid-19 Release form
    • Paddock Admission: NASCAR Covid-19 Release form
  • No Re-Entry: Once in the grandstands, guests are not allowed to exit and re-enter (considerations will be made for inclement weather)
  • Social Distancing
    • Strict adherence to the CDC-recommended 6’ social distancing will be mandated (when possible) throughout the property
    • Guests are encouraged to limit the size of groups when seated in the grandstand area.  
    • Guests can sit with family members or friends in the grandstand seating area but are encouraged to social distance from other individuals or groups
    • The sale of reserved seating will be blocked for specific seats to ensure proper spacing is being met.
    • Food, beverage, and souvenir service will have designated lines with 6 foot social distance marking. All are required to adhere to those guidelines
  • Personal Protective Equipment
    • All guests (age 5 and up) will be required to bring and wear face coverings unless doing so would be contrary to his or her health due to medical conditions.
    • Paddock Area: Masks required at all times except when in your team’s pit stall
    • General Admission Area: Masks will be required to be worn at all times in areas of increased congestion including, midway, bathrooms and while standing in any socially distanced queues.
    • Grandstand Area: Masks recommended but not required when seated in the grandstand area and practicing social distancing 
    • Mask Required Grandstand Area: Mask to be required in grandstand section A (turn 1) and the paddock grandstand adjacent to the handicapper booth to accommodate fans that prefer to wear masks while seated in the grandstand area.
  • Hand sanitizing stations will be placed throughout the facility, attendees are encouraged to wash hands frequently
  • Stafford Speedway Staff will be cleaning and disinfecting restrooms throughout the event
  • Bag Policy: Due to Covid-19 policies Stafford Speedway is no longer able to search bags. Stafford Speedway bag policy has been updated as follows:
    • Prohibited:
      • Coolers
      • Backpacks
      • Non personal sized bags
    • Allowed:
      • 1 Gallon clear plastic freezer bag
      • Clear plastic or vinyl bag less than 12″ x 12″ x 6″
      • Personal sized purses and wallets
• Camping: camping will be permitted in designated areas. Parking lot gate will not be open until the day of event.

Ticket & Grandstand Policy

No cash refunds, in the event of postponement tickets are good for a future event

For your safety and the safety of others, the following guidelines and rules are in effect at Stafford Motor Speedway.

• Bag Policy: Due to Covid-19 policies Stafford Speedway is no longer able to search bags. Stafford Speedway bag policy has been updated as follows:
  • Prohibited:
    • Coolers
    • Backpacks
    • Non personal sized bags
  • Allowed:
    • 1 Gallon clear plastic freezer bag
    • Clear plastic or vinyl bag less than 12″ x 12″ x 6″
    • Personal sized purses and wallets

Personal chair backs are permitted with size restricted to a maximum seat depth of 12 inches.

• The Following Items Are Not Permitted For Security Reasons:
  • Glass
  • Cans
  • Alcohol
  • Skateboards
  • Rollerblades
  • Bikes
  • Pets
  • Alcohol
  • Glass Bottles And Cans
  • Thermos Bottles Or Coolers
  • Soliciting
  • Firearms / Dangerous Weapons
  • Lasers
• Permitted:
  • Juice Boxes
  • Plastic Bottles
  • Snacks, Etc. 
• Children ages 14 years and younger must be accompanied by a paying adult when entering and exiting the admission gates. Children are not allowed to exit the facility without an adult.
• The paddock area is restricted to persons involved in the preparation and maintenance of vehicles in competition. The paddock area is not a spectator area and person under 14 years of age are prohibited from entering the paddock area. All 14 and 15 year olds entering the paddock area must be accompanied by a parent/guardian and must complete and sing a NASCAR addendum A form prior to entry into the paddock area.
• To Enter The Pit/Paddock Area, Shoes And Shirts Must Be Worn. Flip-Flops Are Prohibited.
• Smoking Is Prohibited In The Main Grandstand Area.