Hooked on Driving - Friendsgiving at VIR!
Virginia International RacewayAbout this event
🏁 Hooked on Driving – Friendsgiving at VIR!
Virginia International Raceway | Saturday, November 28 – Sunday, November 29, 2026
Join Hooked on Driving for a fantastic Friendsgiving weekend at VIRginia International Raceway on Saturday, November 28th and Sunday, November 29th!
Join HOD for QUALITY track time! We offer the most track time with the smallest run groups.
✉️ Questions? Reach out to midatlantic@hookedondriving.com or join the HOD Discord.
🚦 Registration and Run Group Info
- This event is open to Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, and Expert Drivers — All drivers welcome!
- Click Here for a brief description of the HOD run groups and group-specific tips.
- 💡 Early Registration: Register 45+ days before the event for an additional $50 discount!
All Drivers Get:
- 5–6 hours of track time per weekend
- Complimentary coffee each morning
- Complimentary water throughout the day
- Slow-cooked BBQ dinner included Saturday night!
- All HOD National perks as well as Mid-Atlantic Partner perks from Spicy Cat Racing and Thunder Lane US
Novices Also Get:
- In-car instruction from our excellent coaching staff
- Professional classroom sessions
- After-session group debriefs / downloads with your coach
- ~2 hours of track time per day
🛠️ Recommended and Available Extras
- Helmet Rental: Available through HOD (select during registration).
- HANS Device Rental: Available through HOD (select during registration) and our partner Spicy Cat Racing.
- Track Car Rentals: Want to rent a track car? Track Day Rentals available through our partner Spicy Cat Racing — Click here.
- Track Insurance: Need Track Insurance? Flexible coverage through OpenTrack — Click here.
- Track Damage Waiver: For only $99 a day, we will cover the first $1,000 of facility damage & fluid cleanup (add during registration).
- Parade Laps: $50 (add during registration) — held at lunch each day.
Want to make the most of your track time? Trying to get faster or set a personal best?
- Performance Coaching: Book in-car coaching through Spicy Cat Racing during registration to get a professional coach and post-session downloads.
- Data Device Rental: Rent a data device during registration to review your performance.
- Data Analysis Class: Book the SCR Data Analysis Class ($265, 2-day class with lunch included both days) to learn how to read data like a pro and gain real, actionable insights!
spICY Cat Racing Slushie Bar (11:00 AM – 8:00 PM):
- $15: Unlimited Gatorade slushies all weekend.
- +$7 ($22): Unlimited Gatorade + Adult Slushies (Adult slushies strictly served after 5:00 PM / once the track is cold).
💳 Pricing
💡 Register 45+ days before the event for an additional $50 discount!
| All Run Groups | $450 | $800 (Save $100) |
| Novice Coach Fee (Required for A-Novice) | $50 | $100 |
| Pro Coaching from SCR (For drivers looking to maximize performance) | $250 | $400 |
| SCR Data Analysis Class (2-day class w/ lunch included both days) | N/A | $265 |
⏱️ Schedule Info
- Track Time: Schedule will be announced closer to the event, but expect 5–6 hours of track time over the course of the weekend!
- Early Load-In: Access to the paddock and trailer drop-off will be available the evening before the event, starting Friday at 5:30pm. Please monitor the Live Schedule (emailed no later than 4 days prior to the event).
- Saturday Night BBQ: BBQ Dinner (with sides, soft drinks, and beer) will be served Saturday night at approximately 5:30 PM after the track goes cold!
🌟 Why Hooked on Driving?
- Premier Track Driving: As the premier track day organization in the United States, driving with HOD gives you access to passionate staff and coaches dedicated to guiding you through one of the best circuits in the Southeast!
- Quality Track Time & Less Traffic: We cap run groups at VIR to only 36 cars on track at a time, unlike other organizations that allow double or more. This is quality track time where finding clear space for a personal best is effortless.
- Run Windows-Up: Drive comfortably regardless of the weather—HOD permits windows-up driving!
- Hassle-Free Weekend: Dinner on Saturday night is on us! Simply show up ready to drive and enjoy the experience.
🧑🏫 Coaches & Instructors
- Join the Coaching Team: In-car coaching spots are available with a $75/day deposit (fully refundable post-event upon completing coaching duties).
- If you have not coached with HOD before, please email your experience credentials to midatlantic@hookedondriving.com (experience will be verified).
- In-Car Communicators: In-car comms units are mandatory for instructors. You can purchase one with an HOD discount from Spicy Cat Racing here (click this link to register your discount) or rent one here.
Event requirements
🏁 Getting on Track: Requirements & Guidelines
👤 Driver Eligibility
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Age Requirement: 18+ (ages 16–17 permitted with a signed parental waiver).
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Valid US Driver's License
🛡️ Safety Gear & Attire
Helmets & Head/Neck Restraints
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Helmets: Snell SA2020 or newer required.
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Not permitted: Snell SA2015 (or older), M-rated (motorcycle), or DOT-only helmets.
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Convertibles: Closed-face helmets with the visor down are mandatory.
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HANS Devices: A certified head and neck restraint (SFI 38.1 or FIA 8858+) is mandatory for all occupants of any car equipped with an aftermarket harness and roll bar/cage system.
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Rentals & Purchases: Helmets and HANS devices are available for rent in a variety of sizes (add during registration). To purchase a helmet, visit our preferred partner, Spicy Cat Racing.
Driver Attire
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Street Cars (Full Interior): Closed-toe shoes, long pants, and short or long-sleeve shirts, ideally made out of natural fibers (e.g., cotton/linen are good; avoid polyester)
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Race Cars (Gutted Interior): FIA or SFI-rated race suit, driving shoes, and gloves are strongly recommended by HOD and required by some race track facilities - if in doubt, reach out!
🚗 Vehicle Readiness & Identification
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Mandatory Tech Inspection: Tech Sheet - Download, print, fill out ahead of time, and then bring the completed form to check-in.
Note: Refunds or credits will not be issued for loss of track time arising from a vehicle or equipment that is unprepared, unsafe, or mechanically deficient.
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Car Numbers: Mandatory at all tracks on both sides of the car (minimum 6" tall, clearly visible to corner workers: not the same color as your car).
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HOD standard numbers are available with online registration or at the track ($15).
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📋 Policies & Track Insurance
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HOD FAQ: Many questions about HPDE, track driving, and Hooked on Driving can be found on the HOD FAQ Page
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Track Damage Liability: Participants are liable for any damages caused to the track and facilities. Repair costs will be charged to the credit card on file after the event.
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Damage Waiver: An optional Track Damage Waiver is available for $99/day during registration (covers the first $1,000 of damage).
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Track Insurance: Flexible coverage via OpenTrack (Click here for a quote):
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Single-Event: Covers up to 4 consecutive days.
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Annual Membership: Unlimited track days, plus eligibility for additional cars and drivers.
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🏕️ Track & Paddock Amenities
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Paddock Space & Camping: Free parking for personal tents, canopies, and trailers.
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Overnight camping and paddock electrical hookups are available directly through Virginia International Raceway (pay the track directly upon arrival).
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Paddock access and trailer drop-offs are allowed the night before the event, check the live schedule for time.
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All vehicles must vacate the facility by 6:00 PM on the last day of the event.
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Note: Hooked On Driving is not responsible for lost or damaged property.
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Food & Fuel: Concessions and racing/pump fuel are available on-site at VIR.
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Saturday Social BBQ: Held in the paddock after the track goes cold Saturday night! BBQ, sides, soft drinks, and beer provided by HOD Mid-Atlantic.
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