FAQs
2671 U.S. Route 9, Malta New York 12020
Conveniently located on Route 9 in Malta, New York, one mile north of exit 12 off I-87.
Most nights racing at Albany-Saratoga Speedway starts at 7:00PM. We recommend checking the tracks website for the most up to date information. https://albany-saratogaspeedway.com/
Admission changes based on the event. We recommend checking the track website for the most up to date information. https://albany-saratogaspeedway.com/
All children aged 12 & under must be supervised by an adult.
They are fully handicapped accessible and have reserved handicap seating in the bleachers. Handicap parking spaces for vehicles are noted with signage along the front of the parking area.
(Please note: Some of their pathways are gravel and may be difficult for wheelchairs. If you contact the track ahead of time through email they can arrange assistance.) marcy.albanysaratoga@gmail.com
Blankets are allowed (to reserve space early). Please, DO NOT use tape or any type of glue. You may use bungee cords, rope or even shoelaces to attach them, but NO TAPE.
Small cameras/video recordings only. NO telephoto or zoom lenses larger than 5X. Please support the tracks official photographer (Kustom Keepsakes). They have high quality photos for sale at the speedway. Any photos taken at the speedway are not allowed to be used for resale. Warning: Live audio & video recording and transmission of any event is strictly prohibited! If caught, your device will be confiscated.
Smoking is NOT allowed in the grandstands. Smoking is still permitted on the grounds, just not while seated in the grandstands.
Parking is ALWAYS free!
Overnight parking available. No camper hookups are provided.
The money raised by Racers For Autism goes to fund the Autism Acceptance Race, to fund any paid advertising or promotion for the race, and to pay for any non-volunteer help for the race. After those expenses have been accounted for, all raised funds are issued to Autism focused not-for profit organizations whose mission aligns with the mission of Racers For Autism.
If paid by August 31, 2024, the entry fee is $50.00. If paid after August 31, 2024, the fee is $75.00.
Yes – the rain date is Friday September 27, 2024.
Pit passes are traditionally $30.00 for members and $35.00 for non-members. These are subject to change and we recommend checking the track website for the most up to date information. https://albany-saratogaspeedway.com/
The race will follow the DIRT Car format with timed hot laps, heat races, etc.
Albany Saratoga Speedway handles all rules, technical information, and procedures.
∙ Only Hoosier D60’s allowed
∙ No Fire Bottle required
∙ 2950 minimum weight
∙ 3 spin rule will be in effect
Albany Saratoga Speedway follows Dirt Car rules except for the few exceptions mentioned above. You can find the rules here:
Link to the 2024 Albany-Saratoga Pro Stock Rules
Link to 2024 DIRTcar Pro Stock Rule Book
ALL CARS must go through a pre-tech the night of the race.
IT IS THE DRIVER AND TEAMS RESPONSIBILITY TO KNOW AND FOLLOW THE RULES. For rules or technical questions, please contact Albany-Saratoga Speedway. Phone numbers can be found here: https://albany-saratogaspeedway.com/staff/
Up to 30 cars can start the 2024 Autism Acceptance Race.
∙ Up to 30 cars qualify and will start the race
∙ 26 cars qualify through heat races
∙ All remaining cars will run a 25 lap B-Main. The winner of the B-Main will start 27th in the Autism Acceptance Race
∙ The remaining 3 cars qualify through:
- Position 28 & 29 are dedicated Provisionals that go to past winners of the Autism race if needed
- The final Provisional position will be picked through a random drawing of all pro-stock drivers who did not qualify AND had perfect attendance at their respective home racetrack or series in the Northeast or Canada.