Pacific Raceways Tickets

Pacific Raceways Tickets & Events

Wooded hills, quarter-mile drag racing, and road-course competition define Pacific Raceways as the Pacific Northwest's premier motorsports destination. Pacific Raceways tickets bring fans to a long-running Kent racing complex known for the NHRA Northwest Nationals, local drag events, car shows, track days, and performance driving experiences.

This page covers everything you need to know before you go — from finding the right seats to getting there, navigating the venue, and buying with confidence.

About Pacific Raceways

Pacific Raceways opened in 1960 and has long been part of the motorsports landscape in the Pacific Northwest. The facility was originally opened as Pacific Raceways, later became known for a period as Seattle International Raceway, and eventually returned to the Pacific Raceways name. It is privately owned and operated, managed by Pacific Raceways, and is located in Kent, Washington, south of Seattle.

The complex is built for multiple forms of racing and automotive events, combining a quarter-mile drag strip with a 2.25-mile road course and additional motorsports amenities. Its event calendar includes professional and amateur drag racing, the NHRA Northwest Nationals, nostalgia drags, ET series bracket racing, road course racing, car shows, track days, and supercar or performance driving experiences.

Pacific Raceways is best known as the home of the NHRA Northwest Nationals, a national drag racing tour stop held each August.

Location & Transportation

Pacific Raceways is located at 31001 144th Ave SE, Kent, WA 98042 — off the SR 18 / Covington area southeast of Kent, in a wooded setting south of Seattle.

Driving and Parking: Pacific Raceways is accessed primarily by car, and on-site parking is available for events. For major race weekends such as the NHRA Northwest Nationals, expect heavier arrival and departure congestion around the facility, especially because large crowds move through the same access corridors. Arriving early is the best way to give yourself time to park, walk in, and settle into your viewing area.

Rideshare: Rideshare drop-off and pickup are possible at Pacific Raceways. Because the facility sits away from dense urban areas, pickup wait times can be longer after major events, so plan extra time after the final race or program of the day.

Nearby Accommodation: Lodging options are available in nearby Kent, Covington, Auburn, and Renton. Additional hotels can be found toward the broader Seattle–Tacoma area, which gives out-of-town race fans several practical bases for a weekend at the track.

Venue Navigation

Pacific Raceways is an outdoor motorsports complex with grandstand seating, open viewing areas, and walking routes between different parts of the facility. Understanding the layout ahead of time helps you choose the right ticket type and prepare for a day spent moving through outdoor terrain.

Entrances and Access: Primary access is through the main entrance off 144th Ave SE. Event-day traffic can build for larger race weekends, so giving yourself a wider arrival window helps make entry smoother.

Seating Levels: Spectator viewing is centered around grandstand seating along the drag strip, with additional viewing areas around the road course. For drag racing, grandstands near the starting line and staging lanes offer some of the most prominent views of the launch and early acceleration.

Getting to Your Section: Expect outdoor walking surfaces that can include gravel and grass, along with hilly terrain in the wooded setting. Comfortable footwear is strongly recommended, especially for full-day events or events where you plan to move between viewing areas.

Dining Options

Inside Pacific Raceways

Concessions are typically available during major events at Pacific Raceways. For the smoothest experience, plan food and drink stops around peak race activity, since lines can build when large crowds move through the facility at the same time.

Outside the Venue — Covington, Kent, and Maple Valley

Dining options are available in nearby Covington, Kent, and Maple Valley, especially along the SR 18 and Kent–Kangley Road corridors. These nearby communities are practical stops before or after an event if you want a meal outside the venue area.

Security & Policies

Pacific Raceways maintains security and venue policies that are updated regularly and may vary by event. Before attending, reviewing the current policy on the venue's official website is strongly recommended.

Other Venues in the Seattle Area

Pacific Raceways brings motorsports energy to the Seattle-area live-events market, while the broader metro also offers major stadiums, arenas, theaters, and performance venues for concerts, sports, family events, and touring productions.

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• Tacoma Dome Tickets — Major indoor arena in Tacoma hosting concerts and large events

How Much Do Tickets to Pacific Raceways Cost?

Pacific Raceways ticket prices vary widely depending on the type of event, the race program, seating section, and demand — which is what you'd expect from a venue that hosts everything from local drag racing and car shows to the NHRA Northwest Nationals and performance driving experiences.

For local or club drag racing, bracket racing, and car shows, tickets can often be found in the approximate $10–$30 range. These events are typically the most accessible way to experience the facility and are a strong fit for fans who want a more casual day at the track.

For the NHRA Northwest Nationals, single-day general admission typically runs about $30–$75 or more depending on the day and seating. Multi-day attendance, higher-demand race days, and seating location can all affect the final price, with Sunday finals and marquee sessions generally drawing stronger demand.

Driving experiences, including supercar or track-time programs, are priced separately from standard spectator admission and are typically significantly higher, often around $200 or more. These tickets are tied to the driving experience itself, so pricing depends on the package and format.

For marquee events like the NHRA Northwest Nationals, buying earlier generally secures better pricing and seating options. As inventory shrinks and the date approaches, prices for the best remaining sections can rise, especially for popular race days and high-demand viewing areas.

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Pacific Raceways Seating Guide

Pacific Raceways seating is shaped by the type of motorsports event you are attending. Drag racing centers attention on the strip, starting line, and staging lanes, while road course events use viewing areas positioned around the track.

Best Seats at Pacific Raceways

• Best value: General admission areas — General admission is common for many Pacific Raceways events and gives fans flexibility to choose from grandstand and open viewing areas.
• Closest to the action: Trackside grandstands along the drag strip — These seats put you close to the intensity, sound, and speed of drag racing.
• Best overall experience: Grandstands near the starting line and staging lanes — These areas offer some of the most prominent views of the launch, pre-race activity, and early movement down the strip.
• General admission: Grandstand and open viewing areas — For many events, general admission offers a flexible, festival-style way to experience the venue, especially if you want to move around during the day.

Pacific Raceways Seating Chart

You can view an interactive seating map for Pacific Raceways events directly on BoxOfficeTicketSales.com while browsing available listings. The map lets you compare sections side by side, check row depth and distance from the track, and see real-time pricing for what's currently available — all before committing to a purchase.

Can I See Where My Seats Are?

Yes. The interactive seat map on BoxOfficeTicketSales.com shows your exact section and row placement before you buy. Use it to understand your position in the venue, your distance from the track, and whether you're in the grandstands along the drag strip or in open viewing areas around the road course — so the tickets you choose match exactly what you're looking for on event night.

Getting Ready for Your Pacific Raceways Event

Once your tickets are confirmed, a few practical preparations make your visit run significantly smoother — especially at an outdoor motorsports complex with wooded terrain, changing weather, and major-event traffic.

• Download your tickets before you leave. Save your tickets to your phone's wallet or screenshot them before departing so you're ready at the entrance without needing a signal.
• Charge your phone fully. Digital ticketing is standard, and your phone is your entry. A portable battery pack is worth having for a full evening.
• Arrive early. For major events such as the NHRA Northwest Nationals, single-access roads and large crowds can create congestion at entry and exit, so give yourself extra time before the first race or scheduled activity.
• Wear the right footwear. Pacific Raceways sits on hilly, wooded terrain with outdoor walking surfaces that can include gravel and grass. Comfortable, sturdy shoes make a full day at the venue easier.
• Dress in layers. The venue is outdoors and exposed to Pacific Northwest weather. Bring sun protection for hot summer race days, rain gear or layers for cooler conditions, and ear protection for drag racing events.
• Build extra time into your transit plan. Major events can create heavier traffic as fans arrive and depart through the surrounding access roads, so plan your schedule with that timing in mind.
• Check the bag policy in advance. Reviewing the venue's guidelines before packing prevents delays at security.

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