FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
ABOUT THE EVENT
WHAT ARE THE DATES OF THE NASCAR SAFETY AND OPERATIONS SUMMIT?
The 2027 NASCAR Safety & Operations Summit will kick off on Sunday evening, January 10, 2027. Summit meetings officially start Monday morning, January 11th at 9:00 AM and conclude on Tuesday, January 12th at 3:30 PM.
WHO WILL BE ATTENDING AND HOW MANY ATTENDEES DO YOU EXPECT?
Approximately 600 attendees are expected, including representatives from NASCAR and IMSA tracks throughout North America, as well as local, county, state, and federal law enforcement and government organizations. In 2012, our attendance was expanded to include representatives from facilities hosting IMSA events, as well as NASCAR Regional Events. Attendees include Track Presidents, Vice Presidents, Operations Personnel, Security, Fire & Safety, Medical and other fields.
WHERE WILL THE 2027 SUMMIT TAKE PLACE?
Get ready to experience Richmond, VA, a city where history, culture, great food, and outdoor adventure come together. Set in the heart of downtown, the Greater Richmond Convention Center offers the perfect home base for the Summit, surrounded by award-winning restaurants, museums, historic landmarks, entertainment, and the scenic James River.
ATTENDEES
WHAT IS THE REGISTRATION FEE AS AN ATTENDEE FOR THE NASCAR SAFETY AND OPERATIONS SUMMIT?
Summit Registration: $100
Summit Registration and ¼ Zip Pullover: $145
Summit Attendee Guest: $100*
PLEASE NOTE: Early bird pricing will end December 1st. prices will increase by $50 on December 2nd.
All prices above DO NOT include tax.
Payments can be made utilizing credit card or check. Please note that credit card payments will incur a service fee of 3.5% of the total amount due. If you chose to pay by check, all checks must be received and processed by December 7, 2026, or your registration will be cancelled.
ARE ATTENDEES ABLE TO BRING A GUEST?
Yes, attendees can bring a guest to the NASCAR Safety & Operations Summit. The registration fee for guests is $100, if registered by December 1, 2026. Please note that guests are not permitted to attend the Summit meetings but are welcome to join all social events including the welcome reception and vendor reception. Starting December 2, 2026, the registration fee for guests will increase to $150.
CAN I REGISTER MULTIPLE ATTENDEES AT ONCE?
Yes, you can register multiple attendees in a single process.
To do so, start the registration process and select the attendee type. After entering all required information for the first attendee, including session selection, click the “Register another attendee” button at the bottom of the registration summary page. This will return you back to the information page where you can enter details for additional attendees. Repeat this process until you are ready to proceed to payment.
If you are registering on behalf of an individual or group, you can check the box that says, “I am registering on behalf of someone,” and a copy of the registration will be sent to you.
GREATER RICHMOND CONVENTION CENTER (GRCC)
HOW LONG OF A WALK IS IT TO THE GRCC FROM THE HOTEL?
You may utilize the SkyBridge from the Richmond Marriott Downtown for a casual 5 minute walk.
HOTEL
WHERE IS THE HOST HOTEL?
The host hotel is the Richmond Marriott Downtown located at 500 East Broad Street Richmond, VA 23219. The hotel is right across the street from the Greater Richmond Convention Center where the 2027 NASCAR Safety & Operations Summit will be held.
HOW DO I MAKE A HOTEL REGISTRATION AT THE HOST HOTEL?
Attendees can click the link below to book through our official Summit Block. Exhibitors looking to book hotel rooms will book through a different link that can be found in Exhibitor Portal.
WHAT IS THE ROOM BLOCK CUTOFF DATE?
The deadline for hotel reservations is December 16, 2026. We encourage you to secure your accommodations promptly to guarantee your preferred room selection. In the event that our reserved block reaches full capacity, the Summit planning team will assess additional options for overflow accommodations.
WHAT ARE THE CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT TIMES AT RICHMOND MARRIOTT?
The check-in time at Richmond Marriott is 4:00 pm and the check-out time is 11:00 am.
WHAT ARE THE PARKING OPTIONS AT RICHMOND MARRIOTT?
Off-site valet parking is available for $49.00 per day. Self parking is available at nearby parking facilities not managed by Marriott.
DOES RICHMOND MARRIOTT HAVE IN-ROOM Wi-Fi?
Yes, Richmond Marriott has in-room Wi-Fi available to hotel guests. Marriott Bonvoy members receive complimentary in-room Internet access when they book direct. Sign up for Marriott Bonvoy for free as you complete your Richmond Marriott booking.
CREDENTIALS
HOW DO I ORDER CREDENTIALS?
As an Exhibitor: will be available for registration after a vendor application has been approved.
As an Attendee: will able available for pick-up at the event after your registration has been approved.
WHERE DO I PICK UP MY CREDENTIAL?
All attendee credentials will be available during registration desk hours at the Summit. Registration desk hours will be sent out to everyone attending in early January.
EXHIBITORS
HOW ARE EXHIBIT BOOTHS ASSIGNED?
Exhibitor spaces will be picked after registration. Exhibitor space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Those who have submitted completed applications and payments will be given first priority and space.
AS AN EXHIBITOR, CAN I ATTEND THE SESSIONS?
Exhibitors are welcome to attend all General Sessions. However, Breakout Sessions are reserved for registered attendees and are not open to exhibitors.
WHAT COULD AN EXHIBITOR SUPPLY AT THEIR BOOTH?
We encourage all exhibitors to provide flyers, catalogs, or small promotional items to distribute at their booths. Ideas for items include small samples, hats, pens, notepads, magnets, key chains, stress balls, or other items you use to promote your business.
WHAT IF I NEED ELECTRICITY IN MY BOOTH?
Electricity can be ordered directly through the Greater Richmond Convention Center at Exhibitors expense. To order, please visit the online form found here.
WHEN IS PAYMENT DUE FOR THE EXHIBIT HALL?
Payment is due by close of registration on December 18th, 2026.
WHAT IS THE SET-UP AND BREAKDOWN PROCESS?
All registered Exhibitors will be given specific times for set-up and breakdown.
- Set-up: Sunday, January 10th, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Tear-Down: Tuesday, January 12th, 2:45 PM - 5:00 PM
Please note that no early set-up or breakdowns will be allowed.
CAN I BRING MY OWN EXTENSION CORDS/POWER STRIPS?
You may bring an extension cord or power strip as long as it meets the standards of the building and does not pose a safety hazard.
WHAT IS INCLUDED WITH MY BOOTH?
Depending on the tier that you have chosen, you will receive table(s), chair(s) and/or draping. Please review the Booth Options for more information on the number you will receive of each.
ABOUT THE APP
HOW DO I DOWNLOAD THE APP?
APPLE: Navigate to the App Store, search "CVENT" and download!
ANDROID: Navigate to the Google Play Storeapp, search "CVENT" and download!
Once you have the app downloaded, search the event by typing in "2027 NASCAR Safety Summit" and it will automatically pull up. Tap on the event name and it will pull up a loading screen. When you see the NASCAR logo, you know you're in the right place!
DOES THE APP WORK WITHOUT INTERNET?
No, it's an internet based app.
HOW DO I BUILD MY PROFILE?
Simple. When you first download the app, it will automatically ask you to complete your profile by inputing a photo, your title and your location. Everyone will see this so please keep it work appropriate!
HOW DO I BUILD MY PERSONAL AGENDA?
On the main screen of the app, tap "Agenda" and then toggle to "All Sessions" to see a complete listing. Simply tap the + next to your session of choice and it will automatically add it to your overall schedule.
WHERE DO I FIND SPEAKER AND VENUE INFO?
On the home screen of the app, you can tap into "Exhibitors", "Sponsors" and "Venue Info" to learn more!
WHY AM I NOT RECEIVING NOTIFICATIONS?
When you download the app, it should ask you to receive notifications. But if it didn’t or you selected no, don’t worry!
Simply go to the last icon on the bottom far right, tap click “view profile”, then tap the gear on the top right corner. Tap on “notifications” and toggle it to on (it will turn pink).
I DON'T WANT TO HAVE MY PROFILE VISIBLE, HOW DO I TURN IT OFF?
Simply go to the last icon on the bottom far right, tap click “view profile”, then tap the pencil in the top right corner. Tap on toggle to turn it off (it will change to gray).
WHO DO I CONTACT FOR TECHNICAL HELP?
On the home page of the app you will see a “Contact Us!” button. That will allow you to email us directly at nascarsummit@nascar.com.
CONTACTS
WHO CAN I CONTACT WITH QUESTIONS?
For any questions regarding the NASCAR Safety and Operations Summit, please email us at nascarsummit@nascar.com.