Unwrap the Magic: Speedway Christmas 2025 at CMS
Get ready for holiday enchantment! The 16th annual Speedway Christmas is now open at Charlotte Motor Speedway, promising a spectacular drive-thru light show experience for families across the Southeast. Known as one of the region’s largest holiday events, this year’s iteration brings exciting new features to its six million lights.
Experience the Grandeur: What is Speedway Christmas?
Speedway Christmas transforms the iconic Charlotte Motor Speedway into a festive wonderland. Visitors embark on a unique four-mile journey, driving their own vehicles directly onto the legendary oval, pit road, and infield road course. This immersive experience allows you to witness dazzling displays from the comfort of your car, creating unforgettable holiday memories.
Bright Innovations: New for the 2025 Season
The 2025 season of Speedway Christmas is packed with fresh additions designed to elevate your holiday cheer. This year boasts an impressive 700 new displays, ensuring even returning visitors discover something new and exciting. Beyond the drive-thru spectacle, a brand-new 1,000-foot walking trail invites you to explore shimmering lightscapes on foot. Prepare to be awed by towering 30-foot Christmas trees and angels that illuminate the speedway grounds.
Dive into five entirely new themed display areas that will transport you to different festive worlds:
- Jingle Jungle: An adventurous, brightly lit escape.
- Retro Christmas: A nostalgic trip back to classic holiday decorations.
- Magical Garden: A whimsical display of illuminated flora.
- Arctic Adventure: Experience a frosty, dazzling wonderland.
- Christmas Sweets: A treat for the eyes with confectionery-themed lights.
Adding to the thrill, guests will also drive through three captivating light tunnels and can enjoy the fun of a four-lane tubing hill.
Plan Your Visit: Dates, Tickets, and More
Speedway Christmas runs nightly from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., from now until Sunday, January 4, 2026. Enhance your drive-thru experience by tuning your radio dial to 101.3 FM for synchronized lights-to-music.
Tickets are sold per vehicle, making it an affordable outing for families and groups. Prices start at $46 for weekday visits, with season passes and Express Lane passes available for purchase online. Don’t forget to bring a Coca-Cola product to the gate to receive $5 off your ticket all season long.
Enchanting Evenings: Christmas Movie Nights
Every Thursday through Sunday night, until December 28th, Speedway Christmas hosts special movie nights on a colossal 16,000-square-foot HDTV. Guests can park in the infield, tune their car radio to 105.1 FM for audio, and enjoy beloved Christmas classics. Movies begin at 6:30 p.m., with a second showing immediately following the first.
Here’s the movie schedule to help you plan your visit:
- Nov. 21-23: The Santa Claus
- Nov. 27-30: Elf
- Dec. 4-7: Home Alone 2
- Dec. 11-14: A Christmas Story
- Dec. 18-23: How the Grinch Stole Christmas
- Dec. 25-28: Polar Express
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the operating dates and times for Speedway Christmas 2025?
The event runs nightly from now until Sunday, January 4, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. - Are tickets sold per person or per vehicle?
Tickets are sold per vehicle, making it a great value for families and groups. - How can I get a discount on my Speedway Christmas tickets?
You can receive $5 off your ticket all season long by presenting any Coca-Cola product at the gate upon entry. - What is new at Speedway Christmas this year?
New for 2025 are 700 new displays, a 1,000-foot walking trail, towering 30-foot trees and angels, five new themed display areas (Jingle Jungle, Retro Christmas, Magical Garden, Arctic Adventure, Christmas Sweets), three light tunnels, and a four-lane tubing hill. - Can I listen to music while driving through the lights?
Yes, you can tune your radio to 101.3 FM for synchronized lights-to-music throughout the display.
With millions of lights, new attractions, and classic holiday movies, Speedway Christmas at Charlotte Motor Speedway offers an unparalleled holiday experience. Grab your tickets, pack some festive snacks, and prepare to be dazzled by the magic of the season!
Unwrap Holiday Magic at Speedway Christmas CMS
