Benton Speedway LLC — Local services in Benton

Saw Newsboys concert and purchased VIP Platinum tickets. (Extra $75 for seating in first two rows) Upon arrival, there was no VIP platinum section as pictured in the venue map. In fact, many in the VIP seating area had no seats at all and were forced to stand. The staff said they sold more tickets than they had seats for. One family was devastated and I asked the staff if I could help carry chairs down to them, as there were plenty by the concessions area. Eventually some chairs were brought but not enough for all. Many asked for refunds and if they could sit in the bleachers instead, they were denied. The young lady at the VIP ticket entrance was incredibly dismissive and rude. Be careful when purchasing upgraded tickets at this venue. I drove 2 hours and bought these tickets to surprise my father who is a long time fan, we were thrilled to sit in the first two rows for the first time ever. Instead we grabbed the last two seats in the 4th row. Other platinum ticket holders also had to sit in the last rows, with regular VIP tickets ($75 less per ticket) snagged the first rows of seats. I would have not spent the extra $150 if I had known this section was falsely advertised. I attached a photo of the venue map from website.

The main entrance and VIP have no access/connection. I was unable to access any merchandise tables or the larger bathrooms/concessions. The bathrooms in the VIP section were very dirty, the women’s restroom did not have doors but thin plastic curtains. Both toilets overflowing with waste upon arrival an hour before concert start. When concessions served a soda, the top of the soda can was covered in dirt and grime. I asked for a wet wipe to clean off, they had this handy as this is what always happens “in the place they store the sodas”.

The Newsboys performed incredibly as always, and mentioned they were the first band to ever play in this venue. I hope this feedback helps the venue improve their services for...

Benton Speedway is quickly climbing my list of go-to tracks. The surface was smooth all night—even with winged sprint cars, there was hardly any dust, and the track offered multiple grooves of racing. Track prep was A+, right up there with Tri-State (IN) and other top-ranked facilities.

From the front stretch, the view is fantastic—you can see the entire track, and the connected wall and walkway give you an unbeatable look at the action down the straightaway. Families will appreciate the large kids’ play area, complete with swings and jungle gyms, which really sets Benton apart.

Parking is right across the street on flat ground, and while it could get muddy with rain (like most tracks), I had no issues. The ticket booth is cash-only, but they do have an ATM on site, and the t-shirt trailer accepts both cash and card.

Staff and fans were very friendly and welcoming, which added to the experience. The only small drawbacks: the track faces west, so you’re staring into the sunset early in the night, and the cheeseburgers could use a little more seasoning. But those are minor compared to the overall quality.

I live about an hour and a half away with half a dozen other tracks in that same radius, and Benton Speedway might just become my new “go-to” place to watch a race....

Went to watch one of the kids from our church drive. She's new and getting used to the car. Seats were great. I'm told the pit side is even better.

Parking is ample, close and free. Admission was $15, cash, no credit. But the concession stand did take credit cards.

Lots of excitement. Lots of fun. ...