INTRODUCTION
Team, I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your dedication and hard work. This event is one of the highlights of our year, celebrating the teamwork, community spirit, and public engagement that makes Henry County Government what it is. It’s your commitment that ensures our celebration runs smoothly and safely.
To everyone involved, from planning to execution, your teamwork and positive attitude make all the difference. To our public safety team, thank you for your vigilance and professionalism. Your efforts ensure that everyone can enjoy the event with peace of mind. We are creating a memorable and joyous celebration for our community.
Let’s make this Hot Summer Fest unforgettable!
Best,
Jonathon Penn Director - Executive Director, Leisure & Public Services
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Front Cover
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page 1 - Introduction
Page 2 - Table of Contents
Page 3 - Event Timeline
Page 4 - Event Timeline (continued)
Page 5 - Cooling Zones
Elevators
Information Kiosks
First-Aid/Rescue
Page 6 - Lost & Found
Parking
Accessible/ADA
First-Aid Stations
Page 7 - Facility Map
Page 8 - Facility Map
Page 9 - Attractions
Page 10 - Attractions
Page 11 - Accidents
Concessions
ATM Pets
Page 12 - Prohibited Items
Page 13 - Prohibited Items - Grandstand
Page 14 - Phone List
Back Cover - QR Code for Event Info and Map
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EVENT TIMELINE
8:00 am - 3:30 pm - Event Prepration Décor
12:00pm - 2:00 pm - Infield Attractions Arrival
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm - Vendor Arrival/ Setup (Infield and Garage Areas)
3:00pm - Part Time Staff Arriving: check-in at concourse Parks & Rec Booth
3:40pm - All Staff Photo - meet on the infield grassy area at start line
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm - VIP Passes - Club One
5:00pm - 9:00pm - Concourse Activities - concourse
Stilt walkers - concourse
Henry County Welcome and Information Boothconcourse
Photo Booths - concourse
Concessions and Souvenirs - concourse
5pm - 10pm - (2) Dancing Stilt Walkers - welcoming and entertaining - concourse
5pm - 8:45pm - On Field Activities - field
ADA Pick Up/Drop Off - for the concourse (at the winners circle)
Trikes on the Track
4 Dancing Stilt Walkers
JamBox Providing Music and Dancing Area
T-shirt shooting
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EVENT TIMELINE -
Henry County Tents
Pit Road Pickleball
Basketball
Bubble Zone with bubble fun
Cooling Station
Free Facepainting - garage area on the infield
Water Station
Kids Fun Zone
Splash Bash Area
Rec n Roll
Rock Climbing
Bungee Jumper
Soccer Stars
5:00pm - 8:45 pm
Craft Show Vendors in garage area on the infield
8:10pm - National Anthem - flagpoles
8:10pm - 8:15pm - Full Throttle Flyover - sky
8:30pm - Fireworks Inspection - sky
8:45pm - Start Clearing Infield and Garage areas to stands and track - Champion stands
8:45pm - 9:00pm - Prepare for entertainment and cut lights
9:00pm - 9:25pm - Drone Show Presentation
9:30pm - 9:55pm - Fireworks Show - infield
COOLING ZONES
Cooling zones will be available throughout the event. On both ends of the field.
ELEVATORS
Champions: Stair Towers 5 (staff only)
Service Elevator: Catering Kitchen - Stair Towers 3
Club One: Stair Towers 8 - Henry County VIP only
INFORMATION KIOSKS
Information kiosks will be located at the following locations.
Concourse: Champions 132
Text EPS to 69050 with any questions or concerns.
FIRST-AID/RESCUE
Use Parks & Rec Radio - Channel 12
First-aid is available on concourse level at the following locations:
Champions Grandstand: Section 146/147
LOST & FOUND
Lost and Found items can be turned in at any information kiosk. After the event items will be moved to the EchoPark Speedway Coorporate Office.
PARKING
All Parking is FREE: Accessible Parking: Shell Rotella Reserved Lot Green Red Blue
ACCESSIBLE/ADA
Parking: Accessible parking is available in spaces in the Shell Rotella Reserved Lot between gates 13&14.
*Must have a valid, state approved accessible license plate, hang tag or valid parking pass to park in these areas.
FIRST-AID STATIONS
There will be First-Aid Stations located in the Media Center, the Consourse and Mobile throughout the event.
ATTRACTIONS
SPORTS
Pit Road Pickleball
Soccer Stars Basketball Rec ‘n Roll
Trikes on the Track
PHOTO OPS
360 Photo Booths - field and concourse
Club One - VIP Only
EXTREME SPORTS
Rock Climbing Wall
Bungee Jump Trampoline
GARAGE AREA
Kids Zone 2
FREE Face Painting Sand Art
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ATTRACTIONS
ON THE FIELD
Inflatables - wet
California Palms Waterslide
Vertical Rush Waterslide
Purple Jungle Waterslide
Slip and Slide
Stars and Stripes
Inflatables - dry
Dual Lane Obstacle Course
Warrior Jump Obstacle Course
Extreme 2
ACCIDENTS
In the event of a severe emergency, avoid radio conversation. An injury/accident report must be completed for all injuries on EPS property. Reports should be turned in daily to Justin McCarthy.
Luke Behnke (Events) - 678-749-8406
Public Relations: Dustin Bixby - 404-509-8166
Melissa Robinson - 404-357-3726
CONCESSIONS
Concessions are managed and operated by Levy Restaurants. Any questions regarding concessions should be directed to Levy Operations (678-332-6940) or Race Control (770-946-7441).
*No outside vendors allowed on property.
ATM
EchoPark Speedway is a cashless venue therefore there are no ATMs located on property.
PETS
ADA Service animals ONLY are allowed past the grandstand gates. Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets and should dispose of waste properly. *Please note: Emotional Support Animals are not permitted inside the facility.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
Drones, fireworks, glass, motorized bikes, scooters, skate boards, offensive flags (including flag, sign, or banner that contains the Confederate flag), umbrellas, weapons or any other items restricted by local, state, and federal laws or deemed inappropriate by EPS staff.
DRONES
The use of unmanned aircraft systems of any type is prohibited on EPS property, excluding Broadcast Drones. Report use of such devices to Henry County Police Department.
SMOKING
Smoking, including e-cigarettes and vaporizors, is not permitted in any granstand at EPS. Smoking is permitted in specific areas just outside of the main concourse outlined in red on the ground.
WEAPONS
EPS prohibits weapons of any type (including knives) on property at all times, regardless of permit. See Something - Say Something Give as much detail as possible via radio.
SOUVENIRS
All souvenirs must be coordinated and approved by Rachelle Fordham (678-612-4671).
PROHIBITED ITEMS (GRANDSTAND)
• Coolers of any size
• Umbrellas
• Glass or ceramic containers of any kind
• Animals (unless service animal)
• Any firearm
• Laser pointers, noise makers and air horns
• Knives
• Seat cushions with armrests
• Collapsible chairs
• Frisbees, balloons, beach balls, or any other projectile
• Displays of the Confederate Flag or any other offensive displays
• Fireworks
• Dry ice
• Obscene or indecent clothing
• Aerosol cans (with the exception of sunscreen, sun block, hand sanitizer, and bug spray)
• Selfie sticks
• Tripods and monopods
• Illegal substances of any kind
• Wagons
• Unmanned aerial vehicles (drones)
• Skateboards, hover boards, roller skates, bicycles
• Items restricted by local, state, and federal laws into the Speedway.
• Any other items restricted by local, state and federal laws or deemed inappropriate by EPS staff.
PHONE LIST
Parks and Recreation
JP - Jonathon Penn - 470-390-9596
Donna Holder - 678-776-2888
Bryan Dixon - 470-707-3035
Michelle Dunn - 404-796-3731
KP - Kevin Patterson - 404-655-7750
Thomas White - 470-547-9589
Katrina Wagoner - 470-382-8665
Sondra Landrum - 470-791-7077
Henry County Emergency Services
EMS: Ben Leverett - 404-276-9911
Fire: Chief Pat Wilson - 404-886-7278
EMA: Ryan Morrison - 404-971-7035
E911: Amanda Maddox - 404-379-4793
Police: Robert Godsey - 678-371-2480
EchoPark Speedway
Ted Austad - 678-438-7238
Mike Ziegler - 817-532-8025
Justin McCarthy (Events) - 219-669-3961
Luke Behnke (Events) - 678-749-8406
Mike Reed (Operations) - 470-483-6720
McKenzie Watson (Traffic/Parking) - 404-884-0034
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