NHRA Mile High Nationals tickets

About NHRA Mile High Nationals

Event: NHRA Mile High Nationals

Date: July 17-19, 2020

Location: Bandimere Speedway, Morrison, Colorado

NHRA Sanctioned Since: 1968

Categories: Top Fuel Dragster, Fuel Funny Car, Pro Mod, Pro Stock Motorcycle

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Mile High Nationals is one of 24 events featured in the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series. By grabbing NHRA Mile High Nationals tickets, spectators can experience the first race of the NHRA three-week Western Swing. With an elevation of 5,800 feet, Bandimere Speedway is the highest race track in the NHRA. The high altitude creates a unique racing experience for drag racing, and driving in Denver is widely considered one of the most challenging weekends of the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series. The high elevation affects engine tune-ups and how race drivers handle aerodynamics. Bandimere Speedway was established in 1958 and held its first official NHRA points race in 1978. The track features a unique Track Cooling System and is one of two official NHRA national tracks to have a complete concrete racing surface that extends as much as 350 feet past the finish line.

Who won the NHRA Mile High Nationals in 2019?

The four winners of the 2019 Mile High Nationals were Tommy Johnson Jr. in the Funny Car category, Andrew Hines in the Pro Stock Motorcycle category, Greg Anderson in the Pro Stock category and Steve Torrence in Top Fuel category.

Who will be racing at the NHRA Mile High Nationals?

The NHRA is one of the races that count towards points for the Mello Yello Drag Racing Series, which means every racer hoping to win this year’s title will likely be present at the event. Fans can expect to see last year's winners as well as many other top racers from around the country. Notable racers at the Mile High Nationals include Steve Torrence, Brittany Force, Leah Pruett, Billy Torrence, Doug Kalitta, Richie Crampton and Mike Salinas.

Where can fans see the Taylor-Vertex High & Mighty Hall of Fame?

Bandimere Speedway is the only home of the NHRA D5 Hall of Fame, also known as Taylor-Vertex High & Mighty Hall of Fame. Every year, fans flock to the monument during the Mile High Nationals. The Hall of Fame was founded in 2001 to celebrate those who made NHRA Division 5 racing special. The monument includes a tribute to Vern Moats, John Pusch, Brian and Vern Raymer, John Abbott and John Bandimere Jr. The 2019 inductions to The Hall of Fame included Tim Baxter and Art Carlton.

Is pit access included with NHRA Mile High Nationals tickets?

All NHRA tickets include exclusive pit access to racing teams from as close as 5 to 10 feet. Fans have the chance to watch transmission changes, engine warm-ups and even engine swaps. You even have the opportunity to take photos and get autographs from your favorite drivers and get autographs. If you're hoping to meet a driver and witness the pit crew's action up close, it's best to head to the pits before the car returns from its run.

What is the schedule for the NHRA Mile High Nationals?

If you're grabbing NHRA Drag Racing tickets for this event running from July 17-19, 2020, you should be ready to join the action early in the day and leave later in the evening. Qualifying rounds take place on Friday and Saturday. Elimination rounds take place on Sunday. Three-day passes are available, but day passes can be purchased as well. Tickets for elimination rounds tend to be more expensive than the Friday and Saturday day passes.

Where can I find Mile High Nationals tickets?

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