Michigan International Speedway Cares Charity Track and Toy Drive Event on December 7
11/21/2024 05:06 PM
Michigan International Speedway will kick off the holiday festivities with the 16th annual MIS Cares Charity Track and Toy Drive event on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 9:00 am — Noon. Fans are encouraged to donate a non-perishable food item or a new, unwrapped toy in exchange for a drive around the track in their own personal vehicle.
All donations from the event will support local charitable foundations including the Brooklyn Food Pantry, St. Mary‘s of Good Counsel Parish Food Pantry, Jackson County Toys for Tots, and Lenawee County Toys for Tots.
"The MIS Cares Charity Track and Toy Drive is the perfect way to spread holiday cheer throughout our local community," said Michigan International Speedway President Joe Fowler. "From all our staff at MIS, we‘re so honored to help those in need during the holiday season. Our community is the backbone of Michigan International Speedway here in the Irish Hills and these donations will make the holiday season special for so many families."
Michigan International Speedway Track Laps guidelines include:
- Speed limit of 65 MPH and no passing allowed (Will be enforced).
- Must have a valid driver‘s license and be 18 years or older to drive.
- Must be properly insured and be able to show proof of insurance.
- No burnouts anywhere on property.
- You are responsible for ensuring all passengers are properly restrained.
- You must maintain the speed of your group.
- Must stay above the yellow line. Street legal passenger vehicles only. No RV‘s, motorcycles, or tractor trailers.
- For safety reasons, Michigan International Speedway officials may refuse track access at their discretion.
- Guests can access the event via the US-12 entrance. If inclement weather prevents driving on the track, a make-up date will be scheduled for a later time.
Nite Lites, Michigan‘s largest Christmas Light display, will be held at the track Nov. 22 through January 5. Hours for the five-mile drive-thru display are 5:30 pm — 9:00 pm, Sunday — Thursday; 5:30 pm — 10:00 pm, Friday & Saturday. Admission prices are $35 per car/vehicle, limos, motorhomes and minibuses are $50 each, while tour buses are $100. Cash and credit cards are accepted. For more information, go to www.nitelitesshow.com.
