Jimmie Johnson to visit with MIS Kids Club members
Five time NASCAR champion to take part in an exclusive Q&A prior to Pure Michigan 400
BROOKLYN, Mich. (August 11, 2011) — This one is for the kids!
MIS Kids Club members will have the opportunity to take part in an exclusive Q&A Session with the five-time defending NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson prior to the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Pure Michigan 400 on Sunday, Aug. 21.
The MIS Kids Club event will begin at 10:15 a.m. in the MIS Cares Kids Zone in the New Holland Fan Plaza. Registration tables will be available beginning at 9:30 a.m. to scan MIS Kids Club membership cards, as well as sign up new members.
“I think the MIS Kids Club is a great idea and I’m glad to see the track doing something geared toward our young fans,” said Johnson, who has a one-year-old daughter named Genevieve. “I’m sure there will be some pretty funny questions and that’s what’s going to make this so fun. I just hope they enjoy it as much as I know I will.”
The MIS Kids Club is designed for the speedway’s young racing fans. Children 12 years of age or younger can now connect with MIS to stay updated on all the latest news, as well as be able to take part in exclusive race weekend and other special events.
The MIS Kids Club membership is free and will provide a child with an official membership card, Kids Club gift, Kids Club member-only race weekend activity, members-only contests with great prizes and a chance to win great race weekend experiences.
To sign up prior to Sunday’s event, fans can stop by the Fan Appreciation booth in the New Holland Fan Plaza or visit
Nestled in the lush Irish Hills of Southeastern Michigan, Michigan International Speedway is the Great Escape, a venerable NASCAR national park where fans can get away and enjoy the very best in racing and camaraderie. It’s the love of racing and the thrill of a great time for race fans and drivers alike.
Keep up with Michigan International Speedway via Twitter @MISpeedway or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/MISpeedway. Join our Mobile Fan Club by texting MISCLUB on a Sprint Handheld or other mobile device to 69050 on a Sprint Smartphone or other mobile device. Standard text message rates may apply.
NASCAR Sprint Cup Series tickets for the Pure Michigan 400 on Aug. 21 are as low as $30 while supplies last. Visit MISpeedway.com or call the MIS ticket hotline at 800-354-1010 today to take advantage of great pricing for 2011 events at MIS. The ticket office is open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday-Friday; and 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
As always, parking is free at MIS – and the track allows coolers through the gates. Check the speedway’s website for details.
Michigan International Speedway – 2011 Schedule
Friday, Aug. 19 Meijer Pole Day
Saturday, Aug. 20 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series VFW 200
Sunday, Aug. 21 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Pure Michigan 400
Sunday, Sept. 11 Spirit of America Blood Drive – 10th Anniversary!
Saturday, Sept. 17 MI Fest Music & Camping Festival
Saturday, Sept. 17 MI Fest Music & Camping Festival
