Charlotte Motor Speedway announces new motorsports complex
Ten Tenths Motor Club will be a 100-acre complex designed to draw motorsport enthusiasts from around the world. | Rendering via Charlotte Motor Speedway
Living fast and furious.Speedway Motorsports and Charlotte business leader Rick Hendrick announced the creation of the Ten Tenths Motor Club — a 100-acre complex designed to bring manufacturers and automotive enthusiasts from across the globe to the Charlotte area.
Found outside Turns 1 and 2 of Charlotte Motor Speedway, Ten Tenths Motor Club will boast an impressive list of amenities, including:
Ten Tenths Circuit — A purpose-built road course with three configurations for high-performance driving designed by F1 veteran and two-time 24 Hours of Le Mans winner Alexander Wurz + promises to challenge drivers of all skill levels.
Ten Tenths Clubhouse — This 20,000-sqft special event facility will feature a members’ garage, cigar lounge, bourbon bar and putting course + expansive off-road driving trails. Hospitality rooms will also open to outdoor patios to expand capacity for up to 1,500 people.
Concierge vehicle service — Customers can expect an on-site concierge service, including white-glove pickup and delivery + the expertise to repair 30 different brands of cars.
Ten Tenths Clubhouse will be a 20,000-sqft destination for corporate retreats, business summits, special events and entertainment.
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Rendering via Charlotte Motor Speedway
“It’s the most expansive property development at Charlotte Motor Speedway since we built zMAX Dragway in 2008, and further enhances our desire to innovate for the future,” said Marcus Smith, president and CEO of Speedway Motorsports.
Ten Tenths Motor Club will offer an unparalleled maintenance and reconditioning experience provided by Charlotte-based Hendrick Automotive Group.
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Rendering via Charlotte Motor Speedway
Mark your calendars. The Ten Tenths Motor Club will host its grand opening with the Smith Heritage Invitational automotive experience on April 4-5, 2025. Construction on the clubhouse is underway.
“All of our expertise and passion has gone into this project,” said Alexander Wurz. “I’m terribly proud to be the designer along with Charlotte Motor Speedway of the new Ten Tenths Circuit.”
Can’t wait until April? Watch the Bank of America ROVAL 400 on WCNC + their special “Road to the ROVAL” tonight, Oct. 11 at 8 p.m.
2024 Mad About Modern Kickoff Celebration| Friday, Oct. 11 | 6-8 p.m. | The Charlotte Museum of History | $25 |Tour some of the best mid-century and modern homes in the Queen City + tasty bites, drinks, and a raffle.
Benise | Friday, Oct. 11 | 7:30 p.m. | Blumenthal Performing Arts Center | $45+ | Marvel at a live performance by “The Prince of Spanish Guitar.”
Saturday, Oct. 12
Scottish Heritage Golf Tournament | Saturday, Oct. 12 | 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. | Harry L. Jones Sr. Golf Course | Free to watch | Watch golfers play to raise funds for Agape Dental Ministry of Charlotte.
Drive For The Cure 250| Saturday, Oct. 12 | 3 p.m. | Charlotte Motor Speedway | $20+ | Cheer asNASCAR Xfinity Series title contenders race in a free-for-all on the 17-turn, 2.28-mile ROVAL.
Charlotte Symphony: Heroes: A Video Game Symphony | Saturday, Oct. 12 | 7:30 p.m. | Belk Theatre | $29 | Prepare to be taken on a hero’s journey through the visuals and music of some of the most popular video games of all time.
Sunday, Oct. 13
Bank of America ROVAL™ 400 | Sunday, Oct. 13 | 2 p.m. | Charlotte Motor Speedway | $60 | Rev your engines while catching the drama on the track for this NASCAR playoffs event.
The Screwtape Letters | Sunday, Oct. 13 | 3 p.m. | Belk Theatre | $65 | Witness a fast-paced, tour-de-force performance in this acclaimed adaptation of C.S. Lewis’ masterpiece.
Carolina Panthers vs. Atlanta Falcons | Sunday, Oct. 13 | 4:25 p.m. | Bank of America Stadium | $60 | Keep pounding and cheer the Panthers while they face their NFC South rival.
We love you like the mountains, Charlotte, and we’re so grateful to be part of a community that looks after its neighbors. Please join us in supporting recovery efforts for our neighbors in Western NC. 100% of donations will be sent to BeLoved Asheville, supporting food and water distribution, clothing and supply deliveries, and debris cleanup across the region.
Concert
Concert for Carolina is officially sold out. The upcoming Hurricane Helene relief concert at Bank of America Stadium will feature Luke Combs, Eric Church, Keith Urban, Sheryl Crow, and more. Artists take the stage Saturday, Oct. 26.
State
FEMA vows no federal resources are leaving western North Carolina after Hurricane Milton smashed into Florida. So far, more than $60 million in FEMA Individual Assistance funds have been paid to more than 134,000 people in NC. (WCNC)
Announced
Lenny Boy Brewing Co. is hosting a WNC relief party on Monday, Oct. 28 from 6 to 10 p.m. For $40, guests can savor a meal from Mac’s Speed Shop or Restaurant Constance. Enjoy live music, a DJ, cocktails, a silent auction, and raffle.
Civic
Charlotte City Council is expected to decide on pursuing an estimated $3.7 billion expansion of I-77 south with toll lanes. A vote is anticipated next week. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Closing
Furniture store Crate & Barrel is expected to permanently close at The Village at SouthPark. According to city filings, Simon Property Group plans to welcome Arhaus, a high-end furniture store, as the new tenant at 4320 Sharon Road. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Development
The future of The Excelsior Club remains unclear. Restoration plans for the $1.3 million foreclosed site by a California developer have stalled. The former social club on Beatties Ford Road was founded 80 years ago. (The Charlotte Post)
Eat
Davidson breakfast spot The Egg Cafe has merged with barbecue restaurant The Crazy Pig at 402 S. Main St. Both restaurants are owned by Robert and Eileen McCrary. The location will offer both breakfast and barbecue starting at 11 a.m. (The Charlotte Observer)
Sports
Will Bryce Young be given another chance to start if the Panthers continue to lose? Go beyond the scoreboard for the biggest stories on the Carolina Pantherswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
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Activities for older adults around Charlotte
Mecklenburg County regularly hosts senior fitness and wellness classes. | Photo via Grant Baldwin Photography
Navigating the bustle of South End, the Queen City’s demographic can feel skewed towards young business professionals. Despite young adults making up the largest group now calling Charlotte home, there is no shortage of activities or places to go for older adults to enjoy.
Get fit
If you’re not planning on slowing down in your retirement, keep moving with fitness classes designed for older Charlotteans.
Mecklenburg County Parks & Recreation hosts fitness classes for adults 60+ ranging from gentle chair yoga to advanced hiking.
Want to pickle? Mecklenburg County Parks & Recreation provides indoor and outdoor pickleball leagues.
There’s no wrong way to get fit. Your first step could be as easy as finding walking trails at a local park or exploring one of the Charlotte area’s easier hikes.
Half Baked Harvest’s “Super Simple Cookbook.” Get inspired by this New York Times best seller with over 125 recipes for hassle-free meals — from spinach and artichoke mac and cheese to slow roasted salmon.
Every year, Carrigan Farms grows ~20 acres of pumpkins that are perfect for carving.
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Photo via Carrigan Farms
There’s plenty to do in Charlotte, no matter what season it is. When it comes to autumn, 63% of voters said it’s their favorite season for activities. There’s plenty of love for spring and summer, though, as 13% chose those seasons as their favorite.
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