Austin event guide
NASCAR Weekend at COTA
Three days around the NASCAR Cup and O'Reilly Series races at Circuit of The Americas, with Texas barbecue and live music between sessions. Pick your home first and the plan works around it.
By Cameron HergetEvent dates checked against the official source
- 3 days
- Groups of up to 16
- Mar 5–7, 2027
Where to stay for race weekend
All Austin staysSuggested plan, day by day
These are suggestions, not a package. AvantStay doesn’t book, sell, or arrange any of these activities. Check hours, tickets, and reservations directly with each place.
Day 1 · Fri: Barbecue & first laps
Brisket for lunch, then the track.
Restaurant · Lunch
East Austin brisket and beef ribs from a local favorite.
Photo: Larry D. Moore, CC BY 4.0
Event · Afternoon
Practice sessions and the fan zone. Check the official schedule for times.
Restaurant · Evening
Red River's barbecue joint and outdoor music venue.
Photo: Larry D. Moore, CC BY 4.0
Day 2 · Sat: Tacos & a full track day
Breakfast in East Austin, then racing all day.
Restaurant · Breakfast
An East Austin breakfast institution. Order the Don Juan taco.
Event · All day
Support racing and qualifying. Bring ear protection and sun cover.
Nightlife · Evening
Bungalow bars and food trucks. Keep it early, race day is tomorrow.
Day 3 · Sun: Race day
Coffee on South Congress, then the Cup race.
Cafe · Morning
Coffee and the 'I love you so much' mural on South Congress.
Event · Afternoon
The Cup Series race. Leave early; traffic builds through the morning.
Restaurant · Dinner
Seasonal small plates on South Lamar. Book for a group.
Good to know
Getting in
Fly into Austin-Bergstrom (AUS). Arrive a day early to miss the event-day rush.
Getting to the track
Check COTA's official site for parking and shuttle options, and plan for heavy traffic on race day.
Optional extras
Through AvantStay concierge you can add fridge stocking or a private chef for the group, booked and paid separately.
Frequently asked questions
East Austin is closest to the circuit while keeping downtown nights easy. The picks above are among AvantStay's closest group stays to COTA, about 25 minutes outside race traffic.
March 5–7, 2027.
About 15 miles southeast. Allow 30 minutes normally and much longer on race day.
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