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Experience the thrill of MotoGP at Circuit of The Americas

If you're craving high-speed, adrenaline-fueled racing, get ready for the MotoGP Red Bull Grand Prix of the Americas, taking place at Circuit of The Americas (COTA) from March 28-30.

As one of the most challenging and exciting tracks in the world, COTA’s 20-turn, 3.41-mile circuit is the perfect stage for elite riders to showcase their speed, skill, and daring maneuvers.

COTA MotoGP Photo courtesy of COTA

The three-day event features nonstop on-track action, including MotoGP, Moto2, and Moto3, bringing fans hours of world-class racing. Be there for the practice and qualifying races, as well as the Sprint, which pushes the riders to their limits as they battle at speeds of up to 220 mph, navigating sharp corners and long straights in a race that’s sure to keep fans on the edge of their seats. The big finish, the Red Bull Grand Prix of the Americas, is on the final day.

Off the track, there’s plenty to explore. The expanded fan zone is packed with attractions, including interactive exhibits, demo rides from leading motorcycle manufacturers, carnival-style amusement rides, and an unbeatable selection of Texas’ legendary barbecue and local cuisine.

But the excitement doesn’t stop there. For motorcycle enthusiasts looking for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, the Cycle Corral is a must. This exclusive add-on lets you ride your own bike around the track on a parade lap, plus enjoy VIP motorcycle parking and receive a special commemorative gift from COTA.

With COTA being the only North American stop on the MotoGP calendar, tickets are in high demand. Every ticket includes access to general admission areas throughout the circuit, where fans can roam the grounds and find some of the best vantage points to witness the high-speed action.

COTA MotoGP Photo courtesy of COTA

Photo courtesy of COTA

The world's top riders come to Austin for the weekend.

Choose between 3-day Grounds Passes, Grandstand, or Bleacher seating. Rev up your weekend by taking your experience to the next level with one of COTA’s premium hospitality packages. Select VIP options offer exclusive viewing areas, gourmet meals from award-winning chefs, premium bar service, and a variety of beverages to keep you refreshed throughout the weekend.

Looking to fully immerse yourself in the MotoGP atmosphere? Camping at COTA is the way to go! Fans can choose between Premium Trackside RV camping, which offers incredible views of the track, or Hilltop Campground, where you can relax under the Texas sky and soak in the electric race-day energy all weekend long.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of the most exhilarating racing events of the year. Get your tickets now and witness the best riders in the world take on one of the most demanding and technical circuits in MotoGP.

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Where the Bison Roam

Popular Texas Panhandle park expands with 2,200 more acres to explore

Popular Texas state park expands with massive 2,200-acre acquisition

Caprock Canyons has 2,200 more acres to explore.

A popular state park in the Texas Panhandle that's known for its roaming bison population is getting a major expansion after recent land acquisitions by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD).

Caprock Canyons State Park and Trailway, located at 850 State Park Rd. in Quitaque, approximately an hour-and-a-half north of Lubbock, has added approximately 2,200 acres. It will now encompass 17,500 total acres of the Caprock Escarpment in Briscoe County, according to a press release.

TPWD first expanded the park with the purchase of the 1,066-acre Rocking W Ranch in 2024, and then the department acquired the 1,120-acre Hawkins Ranch in January 2026.

"The Hawkins Ranch is the last piece of property to the west [of the park] that protects our viewshed of the canyon and affects our watershed," said Superintendent Donald Beard in the release. "The Rocking W Ranch was also important because it expands the park to the northwest, allowing the Texas State Bison Herd potential access to the high plains."

The release said a 5,000-square-foot, fully furnished "barndominium" was included in the purchase of the Rocking W Ranch property, and it will be used for "future family-style retreats for activities like hiking and horseback riding."

Park visitors have access to more than 90 miles of trails at Caprock Canyons State Park and Trailway for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and bison-watching. Lake Theo, a 120-acre lake on the south side of the park, is open for swimming, fishing, and no-wake boating.

Caprock Canyons State Park and Trailway TPWD encourages visitors to take caution when observing bison.Photo courtesy of Texas Parks and Wildlife Department

Wildlife enthusiasts can search for bats roosting in the Clarity Tunnel, an abandoned railroad tunnel that 500,000 Mexican free-tailed bats call home from late April through mid-October. TPWD said even more local wildlife can be found by visitors with the acquisition of the Hawkins Ranch, such as quail, mule deer, coyotes, bobcats, and more.

The park is also a designated International Dark Sky Park, meaning overnight campers have unobstructed views of the stars in the sky thanks to light pollution reduction and prevention efforts.

"At night, Caprock Canyons transforms into one of the darkest and most awe-inspiring skies in Texas," the International Dark Sky Association said. "Far from urban light pollution, the park’s remote location allows visitors to experience an exceptional view of the Milky Way, countless constellations, and celestial events in their purest form."

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