Grandstand and Racetrack
Springfield, IL
1101 East Sangamon Avenue 62702
VENUE GUIDE
Grandstand and Racetrack
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Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Outdoor • Open Air
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Grandstand and Racetrack
Make the event easier by staying close to Grandstand and Racetrack and the surrounding Springfield area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Carpenter Street Hotel
2.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.1 (622 reviews)
Northfield Inn Suites and Conference Center
2.2 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.4 (1,049 reviews)
Ramada by Wyndham Springfield North
2.2 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.5 (815 reviews)
President Abraham Lincoln Springfield - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
2.5 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.0 (1,775 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Grandstand and Racetrack & the Area
Grandstand and Racetrack is an event venue in Springfield, IL. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near Grandstand and Racetrack for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Vose Korndogs
0.1 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Grandstand and Racetrack.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (33 reviews)
Coliseum Corner
0.2 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (11 reviews)
Main Gate Bar & Grill
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (394 reviews)
Franny's
0.4 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Grandstand and Racetrack.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (167 reviews)
American Legion post 32
0.5 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Grandstand and Racetrack.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (193 reviews)
The Stadium Smokehouse Bar and Grill
0.5 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Grandstand and Racetrack.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (263 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Kentucky Burn
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (46 reviews)
Keeley's Place
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (28 reviews)
Cheers Lounge
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (48 reviews)
Jackson's Handlebar
0.7 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Grandstand and Racetrack.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (144 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Dotty's
0.6 mi from the venue
Coffee near Grandstand and Racetrack for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (37 reviews)
Lucy's Place
0.7 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (15 reviews)
Yellow Bird Coffee House
1.8 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (163 reviews)
Starbucks
2.0 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (243 reviews)
Museums
Dairy Building
0.3 mi from the venue
Add a museum stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (32 reviews)
Illinois State Military Museum
1.8 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (281 reviews)
Attractions
Coliseum
0.2 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Grandstand and Racetrack.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (158 reviews)
Illinois Route 66 Experience at Illinois State Fairground
0.4 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (151 reviews)
Fairview Park
0.9 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (175 reviews)
Indian Hills Park
1.0 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Grandstand and Racetrack.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (59 reviews)
David T. Lawless Park
1.1 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Grandstand and Racetrack.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (46 reviews)
Air Combat Museum
1.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (140 reviews)
Shopping
Sangamon Center North
0.7 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (1,100 reviews)
Fairhills
3.4 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (765 reviews)
Town & Country Shopping Center
4.6 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Grandstand and Racetrack.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (557 reviews)
Capital City Shopping Center
5.5 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (1,026 reviews)
Yard Shopping Center
5.6 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (235 reviews)
The Gables
5.6 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (21 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Grandstand and Racetrack. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Main Gate Bar & Grill
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (394 reviews)
Franny's
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Grandstand and Racetrack.
Today: 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (167 reviews)
The Stadium Smokehouse Bar and Grill
0.5 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (263 reviews)
The Winner's Circle
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (84 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Kentucky Burn
0.4 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: 3:00 – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (46 reviews)
Keeley's Place
0.4 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (28 reviews)
Cheers Lounge
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (48 reviews)
Jackson's Handlebar
0.7 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (144 reviews)
Getting to Grandstand and Racetrack
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Grandstand and Racetrack in Springfield, IL. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Venue-specific transit or event shuttle service to Grandstand and Racetrack has not been verified. Major race weekends may use temporary shuttles, park-and-ride locations or special traffic plans. Check the track's official event guide and local transportation agency before race day.
Valet
Not Verified
Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Grandstand and Racetrack hosts major race-day traffic and parking demand. Parking lots, camping/RV areas, prepaid passes, opening times and traffic patterns can change by race weekend. Check the track's official event guide and your ticket/parking instructions before arrival.
TAILGATING
Not Verified
Tailgating, camping, grilling, alcohol, generator and RV rules at Grandstand and Racetrack have not been venue-verified. Race-weekend rules can differ by lot and ticket type. Check the official track event guide before arrival.
What You'll Find Here: auto racing; motorsports; major live events
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