2026 Season Pass
If you plan on coming to more than one or two races this season, the Season Pass is the best way to go! The Season Pass is for one (1) general admission ticket, for any of the following events in 2026:
May 1–3 - IMSA Monterey SportsCar Championship
July 19–21 - Ferrari Challenge
July 10-12 - MotoAmerica Superbike Speedfest at Monterey
August 8–9 - Pre-Reunion and Corkscrew Hillclimb
August 12–15 - Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion
September 4–6 - INDYCAR Grand Prix of Monterey (Season Finale)
September 18–20 - GRIDLIFE Laguna Festival
Additionally, if you add the Preferred Parking Pass, you get a better price than if you purchased it for each event individually. Remember that kids 15 and under are always free, and our paddock and grandstands remain open for the general admission ticket holders. It’s a screaming deal!
Ticket Will-Call
When entering the park during any of our Major 2026 Season events, you must come in through the South Boundary Rd. entrance to the park. Will-call is located on the right and the hours of operation are from 7 AM until halfway through the last race of the day, which varies depending upon the event.
Special College Discount & Promotion
Students and faculty can receive 20% off General Admission Tickets when they use their university domain email address (.edu) when purchasing tickets on our website. Currently the following institutions are enrolled:
Alliant International University | American River College | Cabrillo College | Cal Poly San Luis Obispo | California State University Long Beach | California State University Monterey Bay | Cosumnes River College | De Anza College | Evergreen Valley College | Folsom Lake College | Fresno State | Gavilan College | Hartnell College | Los Rios Community College District | Loyola Marymount University to the College & Universities | Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey | Monterey Peninsula College | Sacramento City College | Sacramento State | Sand Diego Community College | San Jose State University | Sonoma State University | Stanford | UC Santa Cruz | University of San Francisco
Don’t see your school on the list? Reach out to our Tickets & Accommodations Office to see how you can sign your school up for discounts.
Discount available for General Admission tickets only and for the following events:
- IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship – May 1 - 3
- Ferrari Challenge – June 19 - 21
- Pre-Reunion & Corkscrew Hillclimb – August 8 - 9
- Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion – August 12 - 15
- INDYCAR Grand Prix of Monterey – September 4 - 6
College Fan Zone:
Stay tuned for more details about a special College Fan Zone and exclusive gifts.
Locals Season Ticket
If you live in Monterey, Santa Cruz or San Benito County you can get the best pricing by purchasing a season pass at the local rate. This discount is only available on Season Passes for the entire season.
To purchase, click on the button to purchase a Season Pass above and select the Local Pass option.
Military & First Responders
We offer 30% off General Admission Tickets to military and first responders (law enforcement officers, firefighters, paramedics, and EMTs). Please use this link to purchase tickets. If you have questions, please call the Ticketing Office at (831) 242-8200. Limit 6 general admission tickets per customer, per event. MotoAmerica and GridLife are not eligible for this discount.
General Ticket FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Ticket Purchases
Who needs a ticket?
Anyone entering the facility needs a general admission ticket.
What about children?
Children 15 and under are free with a paid adult. Exception: Children pay full price for Premier Pit Row Suites. A Youth Legends Club rate is available for children ages 5-15.
What does General Admission get me?
General Admission gets you into the track, where you may watch the race from the grandstands or any of the surrounding hillsides. General Admission also includes Paddock access.
Where can I sit?
We have uncovered grandstands located near Turn 4 and Turn 11. Grandstand seating is first come, first served. Spectators may also sit on the hillside near Turn 2 or by the Corkscrew at Turn 8.
What is in the Paddock?
The Paddock is the “cold garage” area, where race teams set up their trailers and displays. Paddock access does not include “hot pit” access.
Where do I park?
General Parking is located in the Purple 10 area and can be accessed via the South Boundary Road entrance. You may purchase Preferred Parking, which is located in the Green Lakebed area. There is no overnight parking in the General or Preferred Parking areas. In order to leave your vehicle overnight, you must purchase a camping pass for one of our designated camping areas.
What time do the gates open and close?
Gates generally open at 7 a.m. during race events. They close at 10 p.m. or midnight, depending on the event.
What can I bring?
You may bring blankets, umbrellas and folding chairs to sit along the surrounding hillsides. Small ice chests are also permitted, but please do not bring glass items.
What is general camping?
General Camping is an open unimproved area located near Turn 9, 10, 11 and spot is available on a first come, first served basis, with an exception for the AHRMA Classic Motofest of Monterey. It is recommended to make advance reservations. There are no picnic tables, barbeque or fire pits available, however, you may bring your barbecue pit and a self-contained fire pit. Fires are not allowed in the ground.
General Camping for the AHRMA Classic Motofest of Monterey will be in a section of the Grand Prix Campgrounds. Sites will be on a first come, first served basis. It is recommended to make advance reservations. There is a barbeque/fire pit, and picnic table available in each site.
Admission tickets are required for all who are camping for the duration of the race (children ages 15 and under are free).
What credit cards are accepted in the ticket office?
Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover.
When can we expect our tickets to be mailed?
General Admission Tickets and Camping Passes will no longer be mailed. Information to be provided soon on how to retrieve your General Admission Tickets on your mobile phone, and how to print your camping pass at home.
Champion’s Club, Premier Pit Row Suites, Legends Club Hospitality Tickets, Corral Packages, and Parking Passes will be mailed via USPS and require a signature, with the exception of Corral Packages and Parking Passes, approximately 2-6 weeks before each event.
Where is Will Call?
Location and times vary for events. Please click here for more information.
For Further information call 831-242-8200
Transferring E-Tickets through Tix
Ticket transfers are a secure and easy way to send tickets to friends, or a great way to send someone a gift. You can transfer tickets in three easy steps:
1: Start Your Transfer
- Sign In: Log into your TIX Account.
- Navigate to "My Tickets": Find the order containing the tickets you wish to share.
- Select "Transfer Ticket": Look for the Transfer Ticket button next to each qualifying ticket.
- Enter Recipient Details: Type in the Name and Email Address of the person receiving the ticket, then click send.
2: What the Recipient Needs to Do
- Check Email: Your guest will receive an email alerting them that you’ve sent them a ticket.
- Accept the Ticket: To complete the process, they must click Accept in that email.
- Log In or Sign Up: They will be prompted to log into their existing TIX account or create a new one to officially receive the ticket.
3: Confirmation
- Success! Once the recipient accepts, a confirmation email will be sent to both of you letting you know the process is complete.
Important Things to Know
- New Barcodes: Once a ticket is transferred, it is issued a brand-new barcode. Any previous versions of that ticket (printed or digital) will no longer be valid for entry.
- Track Your Status: You can view your original order at any time to see your progress. A special "Transferred" icon will appear next to any tickets that have been sent.
- Cancellations: If you make a mistake, don't worry! Ticket transfers can be canceled at any time—but only by the person who initiated the transfer.