Austin event guide
Texas 8 Hour at COTA
The Texas 8 Hour brings club and endurance racing to Circuit of The Americas in May. It's lower-key than the big race weekends, and a good fit for teams, drivers and their crews.
By Cameron HergetEvent dates checked against the official source
- 3 days
- Teams & crews of 8–14
- May 7–9, 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: Arrive & first sessions
Barbecue, 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 and qualifying. Check the official schedule.
Restaurant · Dinner
A Tex-Mex institution with room for big tables.
Day 2 · Sat: Race day
Eight hours of racing.
Restaurant · Breakfast
Migas tacos from the trailer, a local favorite.
Event · All day
The eight-hour race. Plan shifts, shade and water for the crew.
Restaurant · Late dinner
Classic Central Texas brisket without lining up at dawn.
Day 3 · Sun: Before the drive home
Cold water and coffee.
Outdoors · Morning
A spring-fed pool at 68°F all year.
Cafe · Late morning
Coffee and the 'I love you so much' mural on South Congress.
Good to know
Getting in
Fly into Austin-Bergstrom (AUS). Arrive a day early to miss the event-day rush.
Heat
Bring shade and water for long track days.
Track access
Check COTA's official site for gate times and paddock access.
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 and South Austin are closest to the circuit. The picks above are among AvantStay's closest group stays to COTA.
May 7–9, 2027.
About 15 miles southeast, around 30 minutes outside race traffic.
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