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Fan Frequently Asked Questions

Cedar Lake Speedway - Answers to Frequently Asked Questions


Reserved Seats

We only sell reserved seats for the following races: Masters, World of Outlaw 410 Sprints, USA Nationals, Legendary 100. All other races are general admission seating.

Trackside/Ramp Parking

The vehicle parking around turns 3 and 4 of the speedway is reserved for the following events: Masters, World of Outlaw 410 Sprint Cars, USA Nationals, and Legendary 100.  All other races it is available on a first come first served basis. The gate to this area opens at the same time as the grandstands. There is a charge for your vehicle and you must also purchase general admission tickets for each person in the vehicle.

PIT Passes

PIT passes are available on the day of the race only. You must be 14 years old or order to enter the PIT area. Those under 18 years must have a parent or guardian sign the waiver form.


Coolers

Coolers are permitted at the speedway, however you are NOT ALLOWED to bring in any alcoholic beverages or glass containers. Pop, water, snacks, etc. are fine.

Showers

There are 4 shower stalls located on the back side of the backstretch restaurant building. These are free of charge. 

Dogs

We do not encourage you to bring your pet to the speedway. If you do bring them along for the multi day shows when you are camping the following rules must be followed: Clean up after your pet and your pet MUST be on a leash at all times


Generators

Generators are permitted to be used from 7am – 12 midnight. For the courtesy of the other campers around you, we do have a “Quiet Time” from 12 midnight – 7am where running of generators is not permitted.

Concessions

Cedar Lake Speedway offers full concession stands on both sides of the speedway offering items such as, hot dogs, hamburgers, chicken sandwiches, chicken strips, French fries, cheese curds, chili, hot and cold beverages. We also have popcorn, nachos, and soft pretzels available in our popcorn stands. Candy and souvenir items, t-shirts, sweatshirts, and jackets are available for purchase in our souvenir stands located on both sides of the speedway.

Beer & Mike Hard's Lemondade! Yes, we do sell both Budweiser and Miller products as well as Mike's Hard Lemonade. Insurance does not allow us to let you bring in your own alcohol but we certainly have it for sale!

ATM

We do not have an ATM machine, however the Souvenir Stands and Grandstand Ticketing Booths have credit/debit card machines where we can charge your card and give you cash for a small service charge.


Checks

We accept checks at the ticket windows only. Must have a drivers license.

Credit Cards

Credit cards are accepted at the Grandstand ticket windows and Souvenir Stands only.

CASH

Cash is accepted at Ticket Windows, Souvenir Stands, and Restaurants.


Weather Updates

The website and voice mail at the track will be kept up to date every few hours on race days when rain is a possibility. Check these two places for updates on delay or cancellation of the race program.

Booths – Picnic Table and Enclosed

These booths are sold on an annual basis – not for an individual race. Check at the front stretch ticket window on race nights or call 612-363-0479 to inquire about availability and price.

Camping

There is a $10 fee to camp on regular race nights.  A pay box is located on the front stretch at the main entrance.  For our special events (Masters, World Of Outlaw Sprint Cars, USA Nationals, and Legendary 100) the camping spots are reserved and there is a fee for camping. We have NO water, sewer, or electric hookups. We do have water spigots for filling up potable water and during the specials we offer usage of a complimentary dump station that we have on-site. 


ATV/Golf Carts/or Other Motorized Vehicles

The use of motorized vehicles is prohibited with the exception of for a medical reason. You must get approval by an owner of the track for use of a motorized vehicle for medical reasons.

Fires

Bonfires are permitted as long as there is not a fire ban by the county.  We do not have designated fire pits - it you have a portable fire ring/pit, feel free to bring that with you.

Restrooms

Restrooms are located in the restaurant buildings. These are open and available for use when the speedway is open. There are also porta-potties scattered around the property for use anytime.