PHOENIX-The Phoenix International Raceway (PIR) announced today that they have been awarded two NASCAR Sprint Cup races for the 2011 season.
The 2011 races are as follows:
February 27th, 2011 – Subway Fresh Fit 500 – Race starts at 1 PM Arizona Time – Race will be shown live across the nation on Fox.
November 13th, 2011 – Kobalt Tools 500 – Race starts at 1 PM Arizona Time – Race will be shown live across the nation on ESPN.
“We are honored to be the only facility in the West with two Sprint Cup Series events,” Phoenix International Raceway President Bryan Sperber said in a prepared statement. “The commitment from NASCAR to race twice at Phoenix International Raceway speaks volumes for the level of enthusiasm the sport has from fans in Arizona and throughout this part of the country.”
NASCAR Fans may note that the first race at PIR has been moved up from it’s usual spot in April to February 27th, that this new race date comes one week after the Daytona 500 and that PIR is using a daytime format this season.
The November 13th Kobalt Tools 500 race will serve as the semi-final race in the NASCAR Chase for the Sprint Cup.
“Phoenix will be the first and last stop NASCAR makes in the West,” Sperber said. “It’s a great privilege for us to help celebrate the excitement of a new season in February and to help crown season champions as the year winds down with the Chase in November.”
Phoenix International Raceway stated in their press release that the 2011 NASCAR Nationwide Series, NASCAR Camping World Truck Series and NASCAR K&N Pro Series West events will be announced at a later date. The full 2011 NASCAR Sprint Cup schedule will also be announced at a later date.
Now the big question….
How do you go about ordering tickets?
Here’s what we know right now.
Starting Tuesday August 10th NASCAR fans can place a $50 deposit on 2011 PIR Season Tickets before tickets go on sale to the general public. Fans just need to call 877-PIR-XTRA (747-9872) to place their deposits.
The 2011 Phoenix International Raceway Season Tickets go on sale to the general public on October 29th. Season ticket prices will start at just $99.
Tickets for the 2011 Subway Fresh Fit 500 will go on sale to the general public on Thursday November 11th. Tickets for this race start at just $25.
1) ASU Hockey -- Arizona State Sundevils vs. Iowa State Cyclones -- Oceanside Ice Arena Friday (7:30 PM) and Saturday Night (6:15 PM) The ASU Men’s Hockey team is off to it’s best start in years. Come catch the action when the #12 ranked Sun Devils take on the #5 Ranked Iowa State Cyclones.
3) Phoenix Coyotes -- The Phoenix Coyotes are off to their best start in a LONG time. Residents of Phoenix have been waiting for the team to get good to go see them and that time is NOW! They are one of the biggest surprises in the league and one of the hottest teams in the league. Come on out and see what all the hype is all about!
We’re going to post all the latest deals for tickets and other cool things.
4) UFC 106 -- With the injury to Brock Lesnar, the Match has been re-packaged into Ortiz/Griffin 2 as the main event on the UFC 106 card. This is one of these matches that shoud not be missed.
Loco Patron in Scottsdale is your place to watch the match….with no cover!
5) ASU Football Team -- The ASU Sundevils take on theUCLA Bruins in Pasadena, California. Kickoff is at 2:00 PM Arizona time, and will be shown Live on FSN AZ.
6) Movies in the Park at the Biltmore Fashion Park -- We posted the Spring edition of this movie series at the Biltmore Fashion Park and it looks like they’re continuing it this fall. Movies in the Park is a weekly outdoor movie series
7) Gilbert Days -- November 13th through the 22nd -- I went to this last year and had an absolute blast! Gilbert Days is the missing half of the Arizona State Fair when it comes to Rodeo events and fun stuff like that.
9) The Arizona Cardinals are on the road this week in St. Louis to take on theCellar Dwelling Rams. Kickoff is at 2:05 PM Arizona time and will be on Fox 10.
11) Phantom of the Opera -- ASU Gammage -- The Classic Broadway production is playing at the ASU Gammage theater through November 22nd. Details and tickets:
13) Phoenix Suns -- The new season is in full swing and they’re off to an AMAZING start! Catch all the action courtside! Tickets: http://www.nba.com/suns/tickets/arena.html
14) Harlot -- Mondrian Hotel -- 10:00 PM -- What looks to be a great mix of DJ’s and Burlesque shows what makes up Harlot. Gonna have to check this out…
15) Don’t forget the Downtown Phoenix Public Market -- Weekly on Wednesdays from 4 to 8 PM and Saturday from 8 AM to Noon. http://www.foodconnect.org/phoenixmarket/
Black Dynamite -- December 10, 11, 12 -- Madcap Theaters -- Tempe -Starring a who’s who of actors and comedians, Black Dynamite is a homage to the Black Action movies of the 70′s. Starring Michael Jai White as Black Dynamite, the critics have been giving this movie nothing but positive reviews. This is a must see movie!
18) Scottsdale Art Walk -- Every Thursday evening from 7 to 9 PM -- FREE -- Dubbed ‘America’s Original Art Walk’ art fans get the opportunity to browse through all http://www.scottsdalegalleries.com/
19) You have probably heard by now that the long running Shake! is no more. DJ William Fucking Reed just announced what the new incarnation of Shake is going to be:
“Shake! has moved and is no longer @ Rogue Bar. Starting Saturday Nov 7 Shake! is teaming up with Faux Show to present Cheap Thrills every week @ Black Forest Mill 4900 E Indian School Rd. Spread it.” (From his Facebook Page)
20) Market on Mill -- Every Thursday outside of the MADCAP theaters in Tempe, is a local public market that has been quickly gaining in popularity. Check out some great local farmers and craftspeople (among others) that sell their fare to the masses. http://marketonmill.org/
21) Yoga in the Park -- Every Sunday from 10:30 to 11:30 AM the Biltmore Fashion Park will host a free yoga session for all. If you do not own a yoga mat, one will be provided for you.
22) Ghostbusters - Madcap Theaters -- Tempe -- Nov 21st -- 7 and 9:20 PM -- To celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the original release of Ghosbusters, there will be a screening of the classic film for all. There will even be a giant inflatable Stay-Puft Marshmallow man out front!
Puscifer Featuring Maynard James Keenan of TOOL -- TWO SHOWS -- THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3 & FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4 at Orpheum Theatre -- *** A limited number of $44 tickets are available to fans who would like to attend both shows. ***
1) Checker O’Reilly Autoparts 500 -- Phoenix International Raceway -- NASCAR Invades the Phoenix area for the second weekend of the year! In what is fast becoming one of the driver’s favorite stops in their Racing season, this event is sure to be a great one. $25 reserved seats are still available!
2) Cotto Vs. Manny Pacquiao -- Everyone is looking for a place to watch. We found two. The Sandbar in Scottsdale and Loco Patron (NO COVER!!) in Scottsdale:
3) Phoenix Coyotes -- The Phoenix Coyotes are off to their best start in a LONG time. Residents of Phoenix have been waiting for the team to get good to go see them and that time is NOW! They are one of the biggest surprises in the league and one of the hottest teams in the league. Come on out and see what all the hype is all about!
We’re going to post all the latest deals for tickets and other cool things.
4) ‘New Moon’ Preview -- November 19th 0 The fine people at the Biltmore Fashion Park have cooked up a KILLER deal for you fans of ‘Twilight’. See a special preview of ‘New Moon’ before the rest of the world AND have a great three course meal to go along with it!
Here’s how it works…
For $45/per person you will get a 3 course meal at your choice of The Capital Grille, The Cheesecake Factory, Sam’s Cafe, Steamers Genuine Seafood or True Food Kitchen restaurants. Once dinner is over you will receive a ticket to the 8:30 showing of ‘New Moon’ at the AMC Esplanade.
5) ASU Football Team -- The ASU Sundevils take on the Oregon Ducks in Eugene, Oregon. Kickoff is at 6:20 PM Arizona time, and will be shown Live on ESPN.http://thesundevils.cstv.com/gameday/asu-09-fb-gameday.html
6) Movies in the Park at the Biltmore Fashion Park -- We posted the Spring edition of this movie series at the Biltmore Fashion Park and it looks like they’re continuing it this fall. Movies in the Park is a weekly outdoor movie series
Here’s the schedule:
November 13- Diamonds Are Forever
November 20- The Graduate
November 27- Funny Girl
December 4- White Christmas
December 11- Elf
7) Gilbert Days -- November 13th through the 22nd -- I went to this last year and had an absolute blast! Gilbert Days is the missing half of the Arizona State Fair when it comes to Rodeo events and fun stuff like that.
11) Phantom of the Opera -- ASU Gammage -- The Classic Broadway production is playing at the ASU Gammage theater through November 22nd. Details and tickets:
13) Phoenix Suns -- The new season is in full swing and they’re off to an AMAZING start! Catch all the action courtside! Tickets: http://www.nba.com/suns/tickets/arena.html
14) The Ghosts of Phoenix Tour - Haunted Houses not doin’ it for ya? How about touring one of the most haunted Hotels in America? On this tour you get get a guided tour of the public and non-public part of the hotel.
15) Don’t forget the Downtown Phoenix Public Market -- Weekly on Wednesdays from 4 to 8 PM and Saturday from 8 AM to Noon. http://www.foodconnect.org/phoenixmarket/
18) Scottsdale Art Walk -- Every Thursday evening from 7 to 9 PM -- FREE -- Dubbed ‘America’s Original Art Walk’ art fans get the opportunity to browse through all http://www.scottsdalegalleries.com/
19) You have probably heard by now that the long running Shake! is no more. DJ William Fucking Reed just announced what the new incarnation of Shake is going to be:
“Shake! has moved and is no longer @ Rogue Bar. Starting Saturday Nov 7 Shake! is teaming up with Faux Show to present Cheap Thrills every week @ Black Forest Mill 4900 E Indian School Rd. Spread it.” (From his Facebook Page)
20) Market on Mill -- Every Thursday outside of the MADCAP theaters in Tempe, is a local public market that has been quickly gaining in popularity. Check out some great local farmers and craftspeople (among others) that sell their fare to the masses. http://marketonmill.org/
21) Yoga in the Park -- Every Sunday from 10:30 to 11:30 AM the Biltmore Fashion Park will host a free yoga session for all. If you do not own a yoga mat, one will be provided for you.
Puscifer Featuring Maynard James Keenan of TOOL -- TWO SHOWS -- THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3 & FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4 at Orpheum Theatre -- *** A limited number of $44 tickets are available to fans who would like to attend both shows. ***
3) U2 Tickets go on Sale Monday April 20th at 10:00 AM at all Live Nation Outlets
4) Britney Spears Look Alike Contest – The Shout House at the Westgate Center in Glendale is having a Britney Spears look-alike contest Friday Evening for a chance to win Britney Spears tickets (her show is 4/24 at the Jobing.com Arena). No cover for the ladies after 10 PM
6) The 5th Annual Pat’s Run @ ASU – April 18th – This year’s edition of the 4.2 mile race begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you’re not the running type come down and lend your support!
7) Shake! – Every Saturday Night – Rogue Bar – Scottsdale – $5 (approx) If you are a frequent reader of this site you know that one of the best places to go on a Saturday night is Shake!. Great Music and fun for a great price!
9) Tickets for the Vans Warped Tour go on Sale today at 10 AM at all Live Nation outlets – The Vans Warped Tour will be hitting the Cricket Wireless Pavilion on June 30.
10) Star Trek Exhibition at the Arizona Science Center – How cool is it when you get to not only sit in Captain Kirk’s chair but check out the bridge from the Enterprise D? Open Daily. Please refer to the link below for hours and ticket information.
11) Star Trek Movie Marathon – Chandler Cinemas - $10 – See Link for Movie times – The Chandler Cinemas is having a Star Trek Movie Marathon this weekend for all to come see. The Movies featured will be Star Trek 2, 3, and 4. Admission is $10 for one movie.
12) Assist4Africa Charity Basketball Tournament – US Air Arena – Sunday April 19th 3:00 PM – Tickets are $15 and courtside seats are $30. Tickets can be purchased at all Ticketmaster outlets.
