Wheels of Thunder Returns to Cedar Point

Dale Earnhardt Jr. visit highlights Cedar Point’s third annual “Wheels of Thunder," Aug. 10-12.

Thursday, 05 August 2010

Cedar Point Press Release

SANDUSKY, Ohio – Drivers, start your engines and head to Cedar Point to see NASCAR racing legend Dale Earnhardt Jr. on Thursday, Aug. 12.  Dale Jr.’s visit will be just one of the highlights of Cedar Point’s third annual “Wheels of Thunder” that will take place Tuesday through Thursday, Aug. 10-12 at the Sandusky, Ohio, amusement park/resort.

From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday (Aug. 10 & 11) and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday (Aug. 12), guests can explore Michigan International Speedway’s interactive racing-themed trailer, located on the Main Midway by the Dodgem bumper cars. The trailer will have racing simulators, TVs with race videos, driver suits and helmets and much more! Guests can also check out a Dale Jr. show car that will be on display all three days.

Guests will also have the opportunity to have Dale Jr. answer one of their questions.  From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, guests can register to have a question answered by Dale Jr. at one of his two public appearances. Six questions will be answered at each appearance.  Guests who have their question answered, and a friend, will receive a T-shirt, placard and lanyard and the chance to give Dale Jr. a “high-five.”

Dale Jr. is scheduled to appear at the Picnic at the Point, held in the Point Pavilion from 3:30 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 12.  Guests who attend the picnic will be entered into a drawing for prizes such as an autographed Dale Jr. jacket, a Dale Jr. stand-up, and an autographed “Wrangler” mini-car hood.

The Picnic at the Point is an excellent way to add to the excitement of a visit to Cedar Point.  Not only will Dale Jr. make an appearance, but the all-you-can eat picnic buffet will include broiled Johnsonville brats, fried chicken, hot dogs, baked rigatoni, potato salad, baked beans, cookies, ice cream and assorted Pepsi beverages.  Tickets for Picnic at the Park can be purchased at Cedar Point or online at cedarpoint.com.

Dale Jr. is also scheduled to make an appearance on the Main Midway at approximately 5:30 p.m.  Guests whose questions did not get answered will be entered into a drawing to win Dale Jr. prizes and the Michigan International Speedway Grand Prize which includes two tickets to the CARFAX 400 race, two pre-race pit passes, two credentials to access pre-race ceremonies and two “Cold Garage” access passes.

Also on Thursday, the Goodyear Blimp will be flying over Cedar Point.  The five highest bidders in the Firelands Chapter of the Red Cross auction will receive a 30-minute ride on the blimp that flies 1,000 feet above the ground!  The fundraiser will run through Monday, Aug. 9, with each of the five winners receiving a blimp ride, a chance to meet and receive an autograph from Dale Jr., and a ride on the Top Thrill Dragster without having to wait.  Those wishing to participate in the auction should visit: http://www.firelandsredcross.org/ultimateride.

For more information about Cedar Point and “Wheels of Thunder,” please visit cedarpoint.com or call the park’s General Information Line at 419.627.2350.