Wednesday, August 1, 2018

Six Things to See While at The Glen

Go Bowling Fan Experience
This year, Go Bowling joined the Watkins Glen International family as our title sponsor for the Monster Energy Cup Series race on Sunday, August 5th. Bowling, similar to racing, is all about friends, family, and fun! Enjoy the best of both worlds by stopping over to the Go Bowling fan experience display on the Midway! Go Bowling has set up a pair of bowling lanes for fans to enjoy. Fans will also have the opportunity to win bowling gear, free games and prizes, a chance to meet both PBA and NASCAR professionals, as well as a chance to win upgraded Pit Box seats!


Zippo Display
The Zippo display is where you can enjoy music by a live DJ, and participate in some awesome giveaways. Rock your Zippo swag this weekend!

If you ordered a 2018 commemorative Zippo lighter, you can pick it up here at the Zippo Hotspot.

Great Outdoors RV Superstore Exhibit
If you love to camp, or even if you don’t, make sure to check out the Great Outdoors RV Superstore display on the Midway. You can tour different types of RV's, and check out the latest camping gear! Great Outdoors RV Superstore will satisfy all of your outdoor needs.


McDonald's Kids Zone
The McDonald’s Kids Zone, located next to The Pyramid, will feature fun games and awesome inflatables! On Saturday, August 4th, the McDonald Kids Zone will host a McDonald’s Movie Night featuring the film Coco. The movie will begin at 8:30 p.m. Bring chairs, blankets, and your favorite movie time snacks. It's fun for the whole family!


Concerts
Friday night, Watkins Glen International is proud to present on the Jack Daniel’s Summer Stage Small Town Shade and the Preston James Band. Small Town Shade is a country rock group based out of Cortland, N.Y. They have opened up for many big name artists like Steve Moakler, Tyler Farr, Craig Campbell, and Old Dominion just to name a few. The Preston James Band from Nashville, Tennessee features 17 year old Preston James. In 2016, James secured a top 48 spot on Season 11 of NBC’s The Voice as a member of Blake Shelton’s team. The Preston James Band features many talented young musicians who set their focus on the country music genre.

Saturday night, located at the Gate 1 Concert area, local artist Devon Franks will be performing. Devon Franks has opened up for Dierks Bentley, Travis Tritt, Jon Pardi, and many more. Also happening that night at the Gate 7 Concert area is a bluegrass country band, the Pete Franks Band. All concerts will begin at 7:00 p.m.


The Glen Dog
The Glen Dog is our most famous Watkins Glen International concession stand item. It is a Sahlen’s hot dog on a pretzel bun, covered in mac & cheese with crunchy Goldfish crackers sprinkled on top. Make sure to bring your appetite and swing by one of the Watkins Glen International concession stands this weekend!


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