Treat Dad to a day at the races for Father’s Day this year. Saturday’s USAR race lineup has been announced and it’s a full day schedule at the Myrtle Beach Speedway. For those of you unfamiliar with this track it is a NASCAR sanctioned .538 mile short track off of Hwy 501 in Myrtle Beach. Here’s a brief history of the track as it is posted on their website
Myrtle Beach Speedway originally named Rambi Raceway was built in 1958. Ever since its inception the racetrack has become the training grounds for some of NASCAR’s biggest stars including names like Dale Earnhardt Jr. Four generations of Pettys and Three generations of Earnhardts have all taken a green flag at the Myrtle Beach Speedway. Myrtle Beach Speedway is hands down the best value for the entertainment dollar in town. No where else on the Grand Strand can you watch live racing action and see the future stars of NASCAR.
11:30am – 1:30pm - Pro Cup Practice
3:00pm – 4:00pm - Super Trucks Series Practice
3:30pm - Front Gates Open
4:30pm - Pro Cup Qualifying Scuff Session
4:45pm - Pro Cup Qualifying Time Trials
5:15pm - Super Truck Series Qualifying
6:00pm – Autograph Session
7:00pm - Pre-Race Ceremonies
7:30pm - Grand Strand 250 presented by Black’s Tire and Auto Service
To follow: - Super Trucks – 100 lap race
There is so much going on in Myrtle Beach everyday. You would be amazed at the number of events this city actually puts on during the summer. Each year Myrtle Beach out does itself with what they offer in the way of entertainment. Some events are FREE and others cost very little. This is one of the reasons this is an ideal location for those looking for a place to vacation on a budget. Here’s a list of what FREE events today has to offer you: