u/RepresentativeFit945

Relatively new IMSA fan here. I went to Watkins Glen this year for my first race and had such a great experience that I’m already planning a trip to the Daytona 24.

Right now I’m thinking I’d get an Airbnb nearby, and then maybe on race day just sleep in my car for a few hours if needed so I can stay at the track as long as possible. Mostly I’m just looking for advice on how to make the Daytona trip the best experience possible.

A few things I’m wondering about:
Any general tips for a first Daytona 24?

At Watkins, I had an infield parking pass, so my car was close by all day. It made things super easy because I could keep coolers, food, drinks, extra layers, etc. in the car and just go back whenever I needed. Should I expect anything similar at Daytona, or is it a very different setup?

How’s the food situation at Daytona? At Watkins I mostly brought my own stuff, but I’m curious whether the track food at Daytona is actually decent or if I should plan on bringing most of my own food/drinks.

Any other advice for handling the size of the event, where to spend time during the race, what to bring, or things you wish you knew before your first Daytona 24?

Thank you in advance!

Just got an email that says no collapsable chairs for IMSA this weekend?

Does that include like camping chairs that fit in a small bag like the attached picture?

https://preview.redd.it/pyvm3rwid49h1.png?width=1028&format=png&auto=webp&s=82a3483ffd2d4b43f5b7ca50273f320d006262cd

Hi everyone,

I'll be attending my first-ever race at Watkins Glen in two weeks and was hoping to get some advice from those of you who have been before.

I have infield parking. What time would you recommend arriving? I'd love to have enough time to explore a bit, do the pit lane walk, and not feel rushed. Since I won't know my way around, I'm planning to give myself some extra time.

Would you recommend bringing a folding chair for the GA viewing areas? Do they allow those in? Is there plenty of food available at the track, or should I plan on bringing a cooler? Are outside food and drinks allowed?

Also, where would you recommend watching the start of the race?

For those with infield parking, are there any traffic bottlenecks I should be aware of when arriving or leaving? Anything you wish you had known before your first trip to The Glen?

Any tips, favorite traditions, or first-timer advice would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance!

I guess I'm already late to the party, but where the hell should i stay for the Daytona 24? All the hotels are already sold out 😂

Hi, does anyone have any tips for selling / shipping a card via eBay? I keep seeing horrors stories about buyer disputes and want none of that! Also favorite shipping material? Thank you in advance!

Keep your eyes peeled if interested in an /10 hadjar helmet card :)