Austin, Texas, July 2, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Circuit of The Americas is offering multi-night, on-site camping options to fans during the 2013 FORMULA 1 UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX, set for Nov. 15-17. Race fans can purchase dry camping spaces that include four (4) general admission tickets to the three-day sports and entertainment event. There are more than 100 spaces available for $998 per campsite (including tickets), and fans can buy additional three-day general admission tickets for $169 per person. Interested parties can purchase their dry camping ticket package now by calling 512.301.6600, Ext. 1 or visiting www.circuitoftheamericas.com.
Each dry camping space is located in Parking Lot M off of Elroy Road near the Circuit's famed hairpin turn, Turn 11. The price includes one (1) 20-foot by 45-foot camping space and 24-hour security with in- and out-privileges. Electricity, water and waste services, as well as an extra space for trailers and/or tow vehicles, are available for an extra charge. Dry camping spaces do not come with RV hook-ups for water and waste. The lot will open to campers beginning at 7 a.m. CST on Thursday, Nov. 14, and will close at noon on Monday, Nov. 18, following's Sunday's Grand Prix.
A popular offering at many motorsports venues, dry camping spaces serve as an alternative camping experience to the premium RV parking spaces offered at Circuit of The Americas. Dry camping provides an affordable camping option for individuals and families looking to enjoy a unique, community experience at a world-class destination.
"We are excited to make dry camping available to our race customers," Circuit Chief Marketing and Revenue Officer Geoff Moore said. "As the Circuit continues to develop, we are able to offer new products in the proper manner. We've heard from fans that they desire this option, so it's important for us to provide it."
Dry camping spaces and three-day tickets for the penultimate race of Formula 1's 2013 season can be purchased via phone at 512.301.6600, Ext. 1 and online at www.circuitoftheamericas.com. Campground rules and regulations will be posted at www.circuitoftheamericas.comprior to the Grand Prix.
About Circuit of The Americas
Circuit of The Americas is a world-class destination for premium sports and entertainment. It is the first purpose-built Grand Prix facility in the United States designed for any and all classes of racing, from motor power to human power, and is home to the FORMULA 1 UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX while also hosting MotoGP™, V8 Supercars™, GRAND-AM Road Racing™, American Le Mans and the FIA World Endurance Championships. The Circuit of The Americas' master plan features a variety of permanent structures designed for business, education, entertainment and race use. Its signature element is a 3.4-mile circuit track. Other support buildings include the Austin360 Amphitheater, an expansive outdoor live music space; an iconic 251-foot, 25-story tower with observation deck; an events and conference center; a banquet hall; and a state-of-the-art medical facility. For more information and downloadable video, audio and photos, visit: www.CircuitofTheAmericas.com, www.Austin360Amphitheater.com or the Circuit's dedicated FTP site, media.circuitoftheamericas.com.
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