It doesn't look like it so special but the track operator is so nice to kids and his wife make…read moreBeautiful cup

Awesome track, staff and volunteers. Chad and Belinda are awesome track operators. They genuinely…read morecare about their riders. The track is fast and super smooth.

I arranged a 1:1 rally day as a gift for my daughter for her 16th birthday, this was a fun way for…read moreher to learn some advanced driving skills. She had the best day ever! Bryn is an amazing instructor who built on what she knew, and provided her with confidence behind the wheel, all while having a blast in a rally car. She was able to push the limits of the car and herself under the safety of an experienced instructor. Thanks to Bryn for making this such a memorable day!

Paid a grupon for half price wasn't worth the bot, was like 4 min, would not let us take pics cause…read morewe didn't buy the package.

We arrived at 8:30 a.m. on a Friday, and the track was already abuzz with movement. The skies were…read moreclear, and the sun was shining, but it was only 58°. I recall my uncle mentioning that if it's hot, the car will run slower. We could smell the food the vendors prepared for the day's crowd. Suddenly, the roar of the engines came to life, and the wife heard the announcer say, "Welcome to the Gaternationals; it is a gorgeous day for racing." The drag racers rolled to the staging lanes with their dragsters doing burnouts. They carefully pulled into the pre-stage beams. Finally, there was the first yellow, the second yellow, and the third yellow, and then it was full throttle down the track. We watched reigning Top Fuel world champion Antron Brown produce a 3.685-seconds at 334.24 mph run in his 11K horsepower Matco Tools dragster. Also, Jack Beckman took the top qualifier in a Funny Car with 3.832 seconds at 334.65 mph in his 11K horsepower PEAK Chevy Camaro SS. Most importantly, every ticket is a pit pass for those who have never been to an NRHA event, meaning you can watch the crews prepare and adjust their dragsters. I noticed that we were lucky to sit in the stands without being surrounded by cigarette smokers. We've had a problem with several venues in the past overlooking smokers. The restrooms were well-maintained, the food vendors were ample, and currently, the venue allowed coolers at a max of 14" x 14" x 14". We took our seat cushions, but they can't be bigger than 18" x 10". However, alcohol, dope, and glass containers were not allowed. While we were there enjoying the event, I looked back at 2024 as a very challenging year since I lost my uncle to cancer, and being at an NHRA keeps his memory fresh for us.

My husband and I are from the Midwest and have traveled to nine NHRA tracks across the country…read more Unfortunately, the experience at Gainesville Raceway was the most disappointing of all the events we have attended. From the two hours it took to get into the track to the poor organization around the grandstands, the overall experience was extremely frustrating. While the email notifying attendees that traffic would be heavy was appreciated, it would have been much more helpful to give specific guidance--such as recommending that fans leave two hours before the time they hoped to arrive. There were also challenges with grandstand access. Each time fans went up the steps to their seats, they were required to show their tickets. At the B/C steps, for example, a staff member would not allow a teenager to return to his seat to rejoin his parents and instead made him step aside and call them. A simple hand-stamp system would have made re-entry far easier and avoided these situations. Additionally, during the Sunday finals a storm moved in that was clearly visible on radar. Despite the approaching weather, there was no announcement advising fans to leave the grandstands. Crowds were left sitting through a heavy downpour with significant lightning. From a safety standpoint--especially with so many people in the stands--this felt like very poor planning. NHRA events are always a great time, and we have had wonderful experiences at many other tracks across the country. Unfortunately, this particular venue did not live up to those standards, and based on our experience, we would recommend attending an NHRA event at a different track.

I recall the first time I have been here was during COVID-19. I went to an event that was held…read moreSeptember 2020. It was for a motor bike racing event through veteran tickets foundation. I was surprised to see so many attendees not wearing a mask that day. I guess they weren't concerned about getting sick that day or must have excellent insurance to cover their hospital bills. I ensured that I wore my mask that day, even though it was a hot day. I had a great time at the event. I was not aware that this place ever existed. I would not mind attending another event here, now that COVID-19 is gone.

Went here for the first time to see the vintage motocross races. Loved it!. Wish I lived closer to…read morethis track.

From the owner: Waldo Motorsports opened over 20 years ago to novice and pro riders alike. With new ownership the…read moreend of 2021 there have been a lot of positive changes, with a lot more to come. We offer the original Waldo MX track (with upgrades and changes), a brand new Super-Cross track, Pit bike track, flat track, and a track through the woods for the FTR riders. Please come by to ride and/or watch the riders. I promise you it is a lot of fun!