Dover Motor Speedway’s Fan Zone will expand in a big way during NASCAR All-Star Weekend, May 15-17 with the debut of All-Star Village at The Monster Mile. Serving as a new hub for race weekend, All-Star Village will bring together live entertainment, interactive attractions and NASCAR-themed displays, giving fans even more to explore across the property.

ALL-STAR VILLAGE HOURS:
Friday, 12 noon to 5 p.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

FEATURED ALL-STAR VILLAGE ATTRACTIONS

RETURNING! TIMBERWORKS LUMBERJACK SHOW: Featuring professional lumberjacks with experience competing across North America, the Timberworks Lumberjack Show brings authentic timber sports to The Monster Mile. Their performers have appeared on ESPN’s Great Outdoor Games, STIHL Timbersports Series and ABC’s Wide World of Sports, delivering fast-paced demonstrations of traditional skills like axe throwing, log rolling, speed climbing and chainsaw cutting throughout the weekend.

CAN'T MISS! RED, WHITE & BREW BEER GARDEN: Grab a cold drink and take a break in All-Star Village at Red, White & Brew. Featuring a 2-level Busch Light bar and ample seating, this centrally located hub will become a destination to relax and recharge with friends and race fans.

DRIVER SIGNAGE DISPLAY: Fans can find and support their favorite drivers with signage featuring every competitor in the NASCAR All-Star Race and their top career achievements. It’s a great way to celebrate the stars of the sport and capture photos throughout the village.

ALL-STAR HIGHLIGHTS DISPLAY: From “One Hot Night” to “The Pass in the Grass,” relive some of the most memorable moments in All-Star Race history. This interactive display takes fans through the history of the NASCAR All-Star Race, exploring the excitement, drama and legacy that have defined one of NASCAR’s most unique events.

TRACK FLAGS DISPLAY: All 26 NASCAR Cup Series tracks will be represented throughout All-Star Village with their official track flags on display, adding color and personality to the village atmosphere.

MUSIC AND APPEARANCES: A live DJ will be spinning your favorite songs throughout the weekend and keeping the energy high as fans move through All-Star Village. Fans can also expect driver appearances and special guest appearances throughout the weekend, adding even more excitement to the experience.

ROAMING PERFORMERS: Performers will be moving throughout All-Star Village all weekend, interacting with fans and popping up throughout the area.

KISS MY AXE: Step right up and test your aim with six lanes of axe throwing fun. Open all weekend and free to play, it’s a quick, hands-on activity where fans can compete against friends and family and see how they stack up against the rest.

RETURNING! CAST IN BRONZE: A one-of-a-kind musical performance, Cast in Bronze features a traveling carillon with 35 bells weighing a combined four tons, all played live by a single performer. Created by internationally trained carillonneur Frank DellaPenna, the act has performed everywhere from Walt Disney World’s Epcot to national television, delivering a visually striking and powerful show unlike anything else at race weekend.

THE KING’S HAT: A traveling, six-foot-tall handcrafted sculpture celebrating Richard Petty and the Petty family’s rich history in NASCAR, The King’s Hat features iconic imagery from Petty’s legendary career.

FOOD & BEVERAGE OPTIONS: A variety of delicious food and refreshing beverage options will be available throughout All-Star Village, including pretzels, hot dogs, ice cream, root beer floats, orange crushes, among many other great options. It’s an easy stop for fans looking to grab a bite and stay refreshed during race weekend.

CAN'T MISS! WORLD’S LARGEST RUBBER DUCK: A fan-favorite returns to The Monster Mile for its third consecutive appearance in the Fan Zone, this time headlining All-Star Village. Towering more than six stories tall, this iconic attraction remains one of the most popular and most photographed spots on property.

Following a successful debut last season, Dover Motor Speedway and Visit Delaware have partnered again to bring a beach-inspired Fan Zone experience to The Monster Mile with the return of MILES BEACH, presented by Visit Delaware, during NASCAR All-Star Weekend, May 15–17.

MILES BEACH, presented by Visit Delaware, will again take over more than an acre of Dover’s famed Fan Zone, offering dozens of beach-themed, family-friendly attractions, including many FREE options, for fans to enjoy throughout All-Star Weekend.

MILES BEACH, presented by Visit Delaware, hours:
Friday, May 15: Noon to 9 p.m.
Saturday, May 16: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. (6:30 The Monster Mile Bash, presented by Jayco begins) 
Sunday, May 17: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Current MILES BEACH attractions include (more to be announced at a later date):

CAN'T MISS! 600 TONS OF SAND, LIGHTHOUSE, BOARDWALK & BEACH FEATURES: MILES BEACH will again feature over 600 tons of sand to form a spacious beach area with seating and shade, surrounded by a boardwalk-style setting that includes palm trees, beach balls, Adirondack chairs and beach grasses. The area will be capped by the 25-foot-tall lighthouse overlooking the Fan Zone, and a large boardwalk will flank the area, echoing the look and feel of Delaware’s well-known beach towns.

NEW! LIVE SEA LIONS: New for 2026, live sea lion shows will be featured inside the Fan Zone at MILES BEACH. Fans can interact and watch the sea lions up close as they perform interactive routines and take photos during appearances throughout the weekend.

NEW! STINGRAY EXPERIENCE: Fans will also be able to take part in a hands-on stingray experience, allowing guests to safely interact with stingrays and learn more about them with assistance from on-site staff.

RETURNING! WHITE LIGHTNING BAR + ARCADE, PRESENTED BY BetRivers: White Lightning Bar + Arcade will return in 2026 as a popular indoor gathering space for campers and fans. Named after the original nickname of Dover Motor Speedway’s concrete track, the area features a full bar with Anheuser-Busch products, along with more than a dozen classic arcade games and seating available all weekend.

DELICIOUS FOOD & REFRESHING BEVERAGES: A variety of beach and boardwalk-inspired food and beverage options, including Delaware’s famed orange crushes, will be available throughout the weekend.

LIVE APPEARANCES, DRIVER Q&As, TRIVIA AND GAMES ON THE MILES BEACH STAGE: The MILES BEACH Stage will once again host live music, special driver appearances and interactive entertainment throughout All-Star Weekend. Additional performances and times will be announced closer to race weekend.

THE MONSTER MILE BASH, PRESENTED BY JAYCO: Headlined by The Philly Keys, this Saturday night event features live music, driver appearances and a lively crowd at Miles Beach beginning at 6:30 p.m. following the BetRivers 200.

HUGE SAND SCULPTURE DISPLAY: Fans can watch as a professional sand sculptor creates a large sand sculpture during All-Star Weekend, with the finished piece on display for fans to enjoy by Sunday, May 17.

MILES BEACH PATROL: MILES BEACH Patrol staff members will be stationed throughout the area to assist fans, answer questions and help guide guests.

RETURNING! RETURNING! FREE CARICATURIST & SELFIE STATIONS: Complimentary caricature drawings will be available throughout the weekend, giving fans a personalized keepsake from their visit. A variety of notable photo opportunities will be available to fans to capture fun photos too.

LIVE MUSIC ACROSS THE FAN ZONE: Mariachi Arrieros Band, Trinidad North Steel Drum, The Red Hot Ramblers and Homestead Bluegrass will perform throughout the grandstand areas, adding a variety of musical styles across the property. At Miles Beach, Emily Moses McNatt will perform Saturday during the day, and the Philly Keys will bring high-energy dueling piano performances with crowd interaction and fan-favorite songs to the Monster Mile Bash, presented by Jayco, on Saturday evening beginning at 6:30. Fan-favorite Soul Chase will perform on Sunday to close out the weekend.

NEW! KRAZY MAZE: This giant interactive maze challenges fans to navigate twists, turns and surprises around every corner. Designed for all ages, it’s a walk-through adventure that delivers a fun mental challenge and plenty of unexpected moments.

NEW! FRICK FRACK BLACKJACK: Forget cash and forget the rules. Frick Frack Blackjack is a comedy-driven game show where fans play blackjack by bartering everyday items, jokes or ridiculous dares. With nonstop banter and crowd interaction, no two hands are ever the same.

CAN'T MISS! MICRO WRESTLING: Back by popular request, Micro Wrestling brings big personalities and fast-paced action to the Fan Zone. With live professional wrestling, crowd interaction and plenty of jaw-dropping moments, this high-energy show always draws a crowd.

RETURNING! DIALED ACTION: Dialed Action brings extreme sports excitement to the Fan Zone with BMX bikes, motorcycles and daring freestyle stunts. Each performance features big air, jaw-dropping tricks and edge-of-your-seat moments.

CAN'T MISS! BUMPER CARS: Before and after the racing on The Monster Mile, fans can jump behind the wheel themselves. The Fan Zone bumper cars offer classic fun and friendly full-contact competition for fans of all ages.

RETURNING! AMIRRORCAN MAN: Standing nearly seven feet tall in red, white and blue mirror armor, the AmirrorCAN Man roams the Fan Zone celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. With his top hat, cane and American flag, he creates memorable photo opportunities all weekend.

NASCAR KIDS ZONE, PRESENTED BY GOOD2GROW: Young race fans can burn off energy in the NASCAR Kids Zone, an interactive play area for kids 12 and under. Packed with hands-on activities and NASCAR-themed fun, it’s the perfect place for younger fans to join the excitement.

ROCK-IT ROBOT: Standing nine feet tall and powered by music, Rock-It Robot is a roaming Fan Zone favorite. This dancing giant moves through the crowd, interacting with fans and creating unforgettable photo opportunities.

RETURNING! LITTLE FARM: Little Farm brings the barnyard to The Monster Mile with ponies, goats, donkeys and other friendly animals. With pony rides and free face painting for kids, it’s a family-friendly stop that always delivers smiles.

PLANT GUY: Is he a plant or a performer? Blending into the scenery, Plant Guy suddenly comes to life to surprise unsuspecting fans, creating plenty of laughs and great photo opportunities throughout the Fan Zone.

DEL RODS CAR SHOW: Taking place Saturday and Sunday, Del Rods will feature a collection of classic, custom and modern vehicles from the Del Rods Car Club, a Central Delaware-based group founded in 1974.

CRACKER BARREL EXPERIENCE: Located in the Fan Zone, the Cracker Barrel Experience will offer a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere with seating, interactive activations and giveaways, giving fans a place to unwind while staying part of the action. Select driver autograph sessions will also be hosted at the Cracker Barrel Experience.