Driver Appearances

January 24, 2008

 January & February appearances are listed in alphabetical order by driver. Check to see when your favorite driver is signing autographs.


Biffle, Greg
Greg Biffle Appearance & Autograph Session at the North American International Auto Show’s 2008 Racing Day
Friday, 1/25/08
Location: Sprint Booth at the COBO Center, One Washington Blvd., Detroit, MI 48226
Time: Events start at 9:00 a.m.; Autograph session time TBA
Fee: Show tickets are $12 for adults; $6 for Senior Citizens (65 and older); $6 for Children 7-12; Children 6 and under free with their parent
For more information, visit www.naias.com or contact Kelly Cavanaugh at 248-458-1345 or kcavanaugh@dada.org.
 
Greg Biffle Appearance & Autograph Session during The NASCAR Foundation Partners for Paws Spectacular
Wednesday, 2/13/08
Location: Daytona 500 Club Tent, outside the front stretch of Daytona International Speedway
Time: Silent auction and autograph session begin at 6:00 p.m.; live auction begins at 7:30 p.m.
Fee: $20 per person (dinner is included), children under 14 are free
Details: Biffle will host the silent and live auctions with Ryan Newman and Mike Skinner to benefit the Halifax Humane Society, the Greg Biffle Foundation.
For event and ticket information, contact Sarah Newman with The NASCAR Foundation at 704-348-9656 or snewman@nascarfoundation.com.

Bliss, Mike
Mike Bliss Appearance & Autograph Session at Ford Race and Rock Fest
Tuesday, 2/12/08, and Wednesday, 2/13/08
Location: Beach Street, Daytona Beach, FL
Time: Appearance Time TBA, Festival Runs 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Details: This festival on historic Beach Street features question and answer session and autographs from NASCAR Sprint Cup, Nationwide & Craftsman Truck drivers, interactive games and displays, live music and a chance to win special Ford Racing giveaways and prizes.
For more information, visit www.racerockfest.com.

Bodine, Todd
Todd Bodine Appearance at the Greater Toledo Auto Show
Saturday, 1/26/08
Location: Seagate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Avenue, Toledo OH  43604
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Fee: $5 show admission
For more information, visit www.toledoautoshow.org.

Todd Bodine Appearance & Autograph Session at Ford Race and Rock Fest
Tuesday, 2/12/08, and Wednesday, 2/13/08
Location: Beach Street, Daytona Beach, FL
Time: Appearance Time TBA, Festival Runs 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Details: This festival on historic Beach Street features question and answer session and autographs from NASCAR Sprint Cup, Nationwide & Craftsman Truck drivers, interactive games and displays, live music and a chance to win special Ford Racing giveaways and prizes.
For more information, visit www.racerockfest.com.

Craven, Ricky
First Moosehead Lake Togue Ice Fishing Derby with Ricky Craven
Saturday, 1/26/08, & Sunday, 1/27/08
Location: Moosehead Lake in ME
Entry Fee: $25 per person or $40 per family
Details: Fish with Ricky Craven for monetary prizes and a grand door prize.
For more information, contact the Moosehead Lake Region Chamber of Commerce at 207-695-2702 or visit www.mooseheadlake.org for a downloadable entry form.

Jarrett, Dale
Dale Jarrett Appearance
Sunday, 2/17/08
Location: Daytona International Speedway’s Superstretch Terrace Club
Time: Prior to the Daytona 500
Fee: $215 for fans who have already purchased Daytona 500 tickets; there are a limited number of Superstretch Terrace Club packages that include the Daytona 500 for $314 per person
Details: The package includes an appearance by Jarrett, food, soda/water, four drink tickets for beer or wine, souvenir gift and program, a Sprint FANZONE admission and a Daytona 500 Experience admission.
For more information, visit www.daytonainternationalspeedway.com. Purchase tickets by visiting www.racetickets.com or by calling 1-800-PITSHOP.

Johnson, Jimmie
Jimmie Johnson Foundation California Speedway Auto Club 500 Ticket Package
Sunday, 2/24/08
Location: California Speedway
Fee: $148 ($48 goes directly to the Jimmie Johnson Foundation)
Details: Package includes an exclusive Q&A session with Johnson, a ticket to the race (rows 11-23), a pre-race pit pass, and a limited edition Lucite car commemorating Johnson’s first win at California Speedway.
For more information, visit www.jimmiejohnsonfoundation.org or www.californiaspeedway.com or call 1-800-944-RACE.

Kenseth, Matt
Matt Kenseth Appearance & Autograph Session at Ford Race and Rock Fest
Tuesday, 2/12/08, and Wednesday, 2/13/08
Location: Beach Street, Daytona Beach, FL
Time: Appearance Time TBA, Festival Runs 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Details: This festival on historic Beach Street features question and answer session and autographs from NASCAR Sprint Cup, Nationwide & Craftsman Truck drivers, interactive games and displays, live music and a chance to win special Ford Racing giveaways and prizes.
For more information, visit www.racerockfest.com.

Matt Kenseth Appearance & Autograph Session
Sunday, 2/17/08
Location: DeWalt Rolling Thunder display at Daytona International Speedway
Time: Check at display
Details: A very limited number of autograph tickets — usually only 100 — are distributed at Rolling Thunder early on race morning. Times vary by track so check with the folks at the Rolling Thunder display before race day for all the details.
For more information, visit www.mattkenseth.com.

Matt Kenseth Appearance & Autograph Session
Sunday, 2/24/08
Location: DeWalt Rolling Thunder display at California Motor Speedway
Time: Check at display
Details: A very limited number of autograph tickets — usually only 100 — are distributed at Rolling Thunder early on race morning. Times vary by track so check with the folks at the Rolling Thunder display before race day for all the details.
For more information, visit www.mattkenseth.com.

Labonte, Bobby
Bobby Labonte Appearance & Autograph Session at Ford Race and Rock Fest
Tuesday, 2/12/08, and Wednesday, 2/13/08
Location: Beach Street, Daytona Beach, FL
Time: Appearance Time TBA, Festival Runs 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Details: This festival on historic Beach Street features question and answer session and autographs from NASCAR Sprint Cup, Nationwide & Craftsman Truck drivers, interactive games and displays, live music and a chance to win special Ford Racing giveaways and prizes.
For more information, visit www.racerockfest.com.

McClure, Eric
Eric McClure Appearance & Autograph Session at Ford Race and Rock Fest
Tuesday, 2/12/08, and Wednesday, 2/13/08
Location: Beach Street, Daytona Beach, FL
Time: Appearance Time TBA, Festival Runs 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Details: This festival on historic Beach Street features question and answer session and autographs from NASCAR Sprint Cup, Nationwide & Craftsman Truck drivers, interactive games and displays, live music and a chance to win special Ford Racing giveaways and prizes.
For more information, visit www.racerockfest.com.

McMurray, Jamie
Jamie McMurray Appearance & Autograph Session at Ford Race and Rock Fest
Tuesday, 2/12/08, and Wednesday, 2/13/08
Location: Beach Street, Daytona Beach, FL
Time: Appearance Time TBA, Festival Runs 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Details: This festival on historic Beach Street features question and answer session and autographs from NASCAR Sprint Cup, Nationwide & Craftsman Truck drivers, interactive games and displays, live music and a chance to win special Ford Racing giveaways and prizes.
For more information, visit www.racerockfest.com.

Newman, Ryan
Ryan Newman Appearance & Autograph Session during The NASCAR Foundation Partners for Paws Spectacular
Wednesday, 2/13/08
Location: Daytona 500 Club Tent, outside the front stretch of Daytona International Speedway
Time: Silent auction and autograph session begin at 6:00 p.m.; live auction begins at 7:30 p.m.
Fee: $20 per person (dinner is included), children under 14 are free
Details: Newman will host the silent and live auctions with Greg Biffle and Mike Skinner to benefit the Halifax Humane Society, the Greg Biffle Foundation.
For event and ticket information, contact Sarah Newman with The NASCAR Foundation at 704-348-9656 or snewman@nascarfoundation.com.

Ragan, David
David Ragan Appearance & Autograph Session
Tuesday, 2/12/08
Location: 1700 W. International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach, FL
Time: 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
For more information, visit www.discounttiremotorsports.com.
 
David Ragan Appearance & Autograph Session at Ford Race and Rock Fest
Tuesday, 2/12/08, and Wednesday, 2/13/08
Location: Beach Street, Daytona Beach, FL
Time: Appearance Time TBA, Festival Runs 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Details: This festival on historic Beach Street features question and answer session and autographs from NASCAR Sprint Cup, Nationwide & Craftsman Truck drivers, interactive games and displays, live music and a chance to win special Ford Racing giveaways and prizes.
For more information, visit www.racerockfest.com.

David Ragan Appearance & Autograph Session
Wednesday, 2/20/08
Location: Discount Tire/America’s Tire, Speedzone Los Angeles, 17871 Castleton St., City of Industry, CA  91748
Time: 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
For more information, visit www.discounttiremotorsports.com or call Speedzone at 626-913-9663.

David Ragan Appearance & Autograph Session
Thursday, 2/28/08
Location: TBA in Las Vegas, NV
Time: 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
For more information, visit www.discounttiremotorsports.com.

Skinner, Mike
Mike Skinner Appearance & Autograph Session during The NASCAR Foundation Partners for Paws Spectacular
Wednesday, 2/13/08
Location: Daytona 500 Club Tent, outside the front stretch of Daytona International Speedway
Time: Silent auction and autograph session begin at 6:00 p.m.; live auction begins at 7:30 p.m.
Fee: $20 per person (dinner is included), children under 14 are free
Details: Skinner will host the silent and live auctions with Ryan Newman and Greg Biffle to benefit the Halifax Humane Society, the Greg Biffle Foundation.
For event and ticket information, contact Sarah Newman with The NASCAR Foundation at 704-348-9656 or snewman@nascarfoundation.com.

Smith, Regan
Regan Smith Appearance at the Greater Toledo Auto Show
Saturday, 1/26/08
Location: Seagate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Avenue, Toledo OH  43604
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Fee: $5 show admission
For more information, visit www.toledoautoshow.org.

Stewart, Tony
Tony Stewart Appearance & Autograph Session
Wednesday, 2/27/08
Location: Home Depot Store #6862, 853 North Dobson Road, Mesa AZ  85201
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Details: One autograph per person with wristband. A limited number of wristbands (700) will be handed out prior to each event. Wristband distribution starts three hours before the scheduled start of the appearance. Stewart will sign for 700 people or two hours, whichever comes first.
For more information, visit www.homedepotracing.com or call the store at 480-461-0251.

Tony Stewart Appearance & Autograph Session
Thursday, 2/28/08
Location: Home Depot Store #3316, 6025 South Pecos Road, Las Vegas NV  89113
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Details: One autograph per person with wristband. A limited number of wristbands (700) will be handed out prior to each event. Wristband distribution starts three hours before the scheduled start of the appearance. Stewart will sign for 700 people or two hours, whichever comes first.
For more information, visit www.homedepotracing.com or call the store at 702-434-1948.


Other Fan Events
February 2008
"Start Your Engines for the NASCAR Experience" Classes Sponsored by Bristol Motor Speedway and East Tennessee State University (ETSU) at Bristol
Fee: Adults may register for the complete program at a special price of $50. When accompanied by a paid adult, the fee for children under 12 is only $25. Individual session pricing is also available.
Class Details:

2/7/08 - Hollywood's NASCAR Experience - ETSU English Professor, Thomas A. Holmes, discusses Hollywood's attempts to get a handle on the NASCAR phenomenon, including such films as The Last American Hero, Thunder Road, Cars, Talladega Nights, 43: The Richard Petty Story, and Days of Thunder.
Will be held at ETSU @ Bristol, 1227 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, TN 37620

2/14/08 - Tall Tales - The racing world is full of entertaining stories laced with both drama and comedy. Remember the legends of the sport and hear how Bristol Motor Speedway was formed.
Will be held at ETSU @ Bristol.

2/21/08 - Writin' About Racin': Writers and Journalists on NASCAR - Join writer Sharyn McCrumb and local journalists to hear their experiences about writing in NASCAR. Sharyn McCrumb, author of St. Dale, is known for her Ballad Series novels. Her books will be available for purchase and signing.
Will be held at ETSU @ Bristol.

2/28/08 - The Big Show - Join the Bristol Motor Speedway staff at the World's Fastest Half-Mile and learn what the community does to prepare for "The Big Show."
Will be held at Bristol Motor Speedway.
For more information, visit www.bristolmotorspeedway.com. To register for the program or to learn more about the NASCAR Experience, please contact the ETSU Office of Professional Development at 800-222-3878.

Friday, 2/08/08
Race Week Charity Auction
Location: Indigo Lakes Golf Club, 312 Indigo Drive, Daytona Beach FL
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Fee: TBA
Details: Enjoy a silent and a live auction of racing memorabilia, gift baskets, gift certificates, travel packages, and more with a buffet dinner that includes complimentary beer and wine. Now accepting donations for auction items. All proceeds benefit the Florida Lions Conklin Centers for the Blind.
Contact: For more information, visit www.conklincenter.org or call 386-258-3441.

Monday, 2/11/08, - Friday, 2/15/08
Living Legends of Auto Racing Beach Parade, Live Charity Auction , Awards Banquet and Car Show
Location: Daytona Beach Shores, FL
2/11/08: Beach Parade Sign Ups
2/12/08: Beach Parade
2/13/08: Live Charity Auction to benefit the Victory Junction Gang Camp and other charities and Awards Banquet
2/15/08: Car Show at the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse
For complete details and contact people for each day’s events, visit www.livinglegendsofautoracing.com or call the museum at 386-763-4483.

Tuesday, 2/12/08, and Wednesday, 2/13/08
Ford Race and Rock Fest
Location: Beach Street, Daytona Beach, FL
Time: 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Details: This festival on historic Beach Street features question and answer session and autographs from NASCAR Sprint Cup, Nationwide & Craftsman Truck drivers, interactive games and displays, live music and a chance to win special Ford Racing giveaways and prizes.
For more information, visit www.racerockfest.com.

Thursday, 2/14/08, to Saturday, 2/16/08
Ford Racing Super Duty Saloon
Location: Ocean Deck Ocean Deck Restaurant and Beach Club, 127 S. Ocean Ave in Daytona Beach, FL
Time: 4:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. each night
Details: Visit with product specialists on the 2008 Super Duty, participate in driver Question & Answer session, play interactive games, enjoy live music and take home Ford Racing giveaways.
For more information and to register for a chance to win the Ford Racing Super Duty Saloon Sweepstakes, visit www.fordracingevents.com.

Thursday, 2/14/08, to Sunday, 2/17/08
Past Daytona 500 Champions – Appearances, Q&A Sessions, Autographs & Other Events
Location: Daytona International Speedway (www.daytonainternationalspeedway.com)
Fee: Varied; check www.racetickets.com or call 1-800-PITSHOP
Schedule:
Thursday, 2/14, Daytona 500 Experience, 11:00 a.m. - Noon
Darrell Waltrip and Richard Petty will place their right footprint and handprint in a 3x3 cement block to be placed in the Daytona 500 Champions Walk of Fame.

Thursday, 2/14, Past Daytona 500 Champion Display (Location TBA), Noon – 12:30 p.m.
Bobby Allison and Junior Johnson

Thursday, 2/14, Sprint FANZONE Fan Forum, 1:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Buddy Baker, Darrell Waltrip and Junior Johnson

Friday, Feb 15, Sprint FANZONE Fan Forum, 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm
Bobby Allison, Kevin Harvick and Pete Hamilton

Friday, 2/15, Daytona 500 Champions Autograph Signing, Sprint FANZONE, 1:00 pm
Bobby Allison, Buddy Baker, David Pearson, Geoff Bodine, Junior Johnson, Marvin Panch and Pete Hamilton

Saturday, 2/16, Past Daytona 500 Champion Display (Location TBA), 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Sterling Marlin and Marvin Panch

Saturday, 2/16, Sprint FANZONE Fan Forum, 11:30 a.m. – Noon
Champions Ernie Irvan and Marvin Panch

Saturday, 2/16, Party Zone hospitality tent, 11:30 a.m.
Bobby Allison and Ernie Irvan

Saturday, 2/16, Daytona Club, 11:30 a.m.
Junior Johnson and Buddy Baker

Saturday, 2/16, Daytona 500 Club, 11:30 a.m.
Cale Yarborough and David Pearson

Saturday, 2/16, Sprint FANZONE Fan Forum, 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Derrike Cope and Ward Burton

Sunday, 2/17, Green Flag Club, 11:30 a.m.
Buddy Baker, Ernie Irvan and Marvin Panch

Friday, 2/15/08
Hot Rods & Reels Fishing Tournament – Daytona
Location: Daytona International Speedway
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Fee: $5,000 donation to benefit the Darrell Gywnn Foundation and Speediatrics at Homestead Hospital
Details: Package includes One (1) fully-equipped bass boat including guide and NASCAR celebrity for two (2) anglers; each participant will receive goodie bags, event shirts, hat, etc.; rod & reel combination with tackle box and assorted tackle; tickets for NASCAR Craftsman Truck series race on Friday; Friday afternoon garage tour and the opportunity to take photos with other NASCAR celebrities.

For more information, visit www.hotrodsandreels.com.

Thursday, 2/28/08
Las Vegas Chapter of Speedway Children’s Charities’ 10th Annual NASCAR Driver Auction
Location: Sam’s Town Live! inside Sam’s Town Hotel & Gambling Hall, Las Vegas NV
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Fee: $35 (must be 21 or over) Tickets available at www.tickets.com.
Details: Fans will have the opportunity to bid on a ride around the speedway in a convertible with their favorite NASCAR Sprint Cup Series star during driver introductions prior to the start of the UAW-DaimlerChrysler 400 on Sunday, March 2. Fans also will have the opportunity to ride with their favorite NASCAR Nationwide Series driver during pre-race parade ceremonies before the Sam’s Town 300 on Saturday, March 1. The event also features a silent auction with a variety of racing and non-racing items to bid on, including autographed team uniforms, race car sheet metal and tickets to various shows in the Las Vegas area.
For more information, call 702-632-8242.