Interested in getting into the good seats for a NASCAR race at Bristol? Welcome to the club. Bristol hosts two of the biggest races on the NASCAR schedule each year, so you better do your homework to beat the average race fan to those tickets. Here are a few cool tips to help you get your hands on hot Bristol race tickets.

Bristol Tickets from the Official Box Office

Getting tickets directly from Bristol Motor Speedway is usually the cheapest way to get tickets. There are roughly 160,000 seats at Bristol Motor Speedway, and you can bet they’ll all be full come race day. Bristol spring race tickets are usually available in September, the year prior to the race. Hop on the release date as fast as you can. There are only a limited number of tickets released to the general public, and they sell out quickly. Due to the popularity of both races at Bristol, tickets are usually sold out soon after season ticket holders renew their tickets. This is especially true for Sharpie 500 tickets.

For more information on release dates and ticket availability, visit Bristol Motor Speedway's official site.

Bristol Tickets on Ebay

Unless you’re a Bristol season ticket holder, chances are slim that you’ll be able to get race tickets through the official box office. It is possible to find tickets at or below face value on eBay, and this option can be alluring to bargain shoppers. Just keep in mind, most Bristol race tickets on eBay are going to cost you more than they would through the official box office. When shopping for Bristol tickets on eBay, be sure to thoroughly check the seller’s background. Look for positive feedback in the seller’s eBay profile. Never buy from a seller with little feedback, or too much negative feedback. There are plenty of established sellers on eBay with good feedback ratings. Do not risk dealing with a questionable seller, no matter how low the price. Remember, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

To get a general idea of pricing and availability, search for “Bristol Tickets” in the “Tickets” category on eBay.