Clark International Speedway
Location
Mabalacat, Pampanga, Luzon, Philippines
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Track Info
Clark International Speedway - Mabalacat, Pampanga, Philippines
Permanent road course - counter-clockwise - 4.189 km with 18 turns, long pit straight into a heavy T1 stop and a technical back half that rewards traction
When was the track built?
Construction began in 2007 and the venue opened on 15 November 2008 with the main circuit and drag strip. The 4.189 km course features 18 turns in a counter-clockwise direction and can be configured to operate split sections for simultaneous activities. The complex was developed to anchor Philippine motorsport in the Clark Freeport Zone with year-round car and bike events.
When was its first race?
The circuit’s first race meetings ran in late 2008. Clark subsequently hosted the FIA-certified Formula 4 South East Asia championship in 2016 and 2017, establishing the venue’s international credentials alongside national headliners.
What's the circuit like?
- Long launch into T1: A sizeable main straight builds a draft to a big-brake hairpin at Turn 1 - prime overtaking territory that sets the rhythm for the lap.
- Linked mid-sector: Direction changes through the inner complex reward a responsive front end and careful kerb use without upsetting traction.
- Back-half discipline: Successive braking and acceleration zones make tyre management vital in heat and humidity - late stints are won on exit drive.
- Multi-use venue: The facility includes a drag strip and can split the road course so track days and races can run concurrently.
- Benchmark pace: Single-seater lap record sits at 1:51.67, with top time-attack machinery in the low 1:50s and fast GTs and touring cars typically around the 2:00-2:05 window depending on class and conditions.
Lap records and benchmarks (by series)
- Single-seater - official record: 1:51.67 - Kurt Hill, 2017.
- Time attack - Radical SR8 reference: 1:53.3 - Angie King, Radical SR8, video-verified benchmark.
- Touring cars - Toyota Vios Cup/TGR Philippine Cup: Competitive race laps generally 2:18-2:25 depending on class and BoP.
- Motorcycles - Philippine Superbike: Superbikes routinely lap near the 1:50s-1:55s in qualifying when grip and temps align.
Why go?
Accessible from Manila and busy almost every weekend, Clark delivers constant overtaking into T1, grandstands with broad sightlines and paddocks that are easy to explore. National championships, manufacturer cups and time-attack festivals make it a great place to book tickets for a full day of action.
Where's the best place to watch?
- Turn 1 hairpin: Starts, restarts and classic divebombs after the long main straight.
- Inner complex mounds: Trackside banks let you see cars change direction and fight traction through the mid-sector.
- Final sector and pit straight: Watch undercut attempts and the drag to the flag with pit action in view.
Not just one series - headline events at Clark
Philippine Superbike Championship: The country’s premier two-wheel series runs multiple rounds each season.
Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup: The Vios-based manufacturer series packs the grandstands with sprint races and celebrity grids.
Radical Cup Philippines: Lightweight prototypes add high-downforce pace with multiple 2025 rounds scheduled at Clark.
FlatOut Race Series, endurance and club racing: Time attack, sprints and 8-hour enduros keep the calendar full.
Transportation & Parking
Getting to Clark International Speedway - Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga
Best options are P2P bus to Clark International Airport then taxi or rideshare to the circuit, driving via NLEX → SCTEX into Clark Freeport and following signs for Panday Pira Ave, and local taxis from Angeles - Mabalacat to the speedway. General public parking for events is typically along Panday Pira Ave with VIP - competitor parking inside.
Public transport - P2P to CRK then taxi
- From Manila - NAIA: Take the Genesis P2P bus from NAIA T3 or Trinoma to Clark International Airport. From the CRK terminal forecourt, continue by taxi or rideshare to Panday Pira Ave.
- From Metro Manila by city bus: Long distance buses to Angeles - Clark are available, but the simplest routing for visitors is P2P to CRK then taxi. Trip planners estimate around 2 h 20 m Manila to CIS with transfers.
- Local jeepneys: Jeepneys circulate within Angeles - Clark Freeport, but there is no single direct jeepney to the speedway gates. Most visitors use a taxi or rideshare for the final leg.
Tip: CRK keeps an updated page on ground transport and P2P operators. Check same day schedules before you travel.
Driving - NLEX → SCTEX into Clark Freeport
- From Manila: NLEX → SCTEX then follow Clark exits and internal Freeport signs toward Panday Pira Ave for Clark International Speedway. Mapping apps list CIS on Panday Pira Ave inside the Freeport.
- From Subic - Olongapo: Use SCTEX northbound and follow Clark exits, then local signage to the speedway perimeter.
- Wayfinding: Waze and other maps recognise Clark International Speedway, Panday Pira Ave. Set that as destination and follow event marshals near the venue.
Parking - public on Panday Pira Ave, VIP inside
- Event days: Organiser guidance has allocated inside parking for racers - VIP, with general public parking along Panday Pira Ave. Look for temporary signage and staff on approach.
- Overflow: When crowd sizes increase, expect staggered loading along the avenue and stewarded walking routes to the gates.
Taxis and rideshare - easiest final hop
- From CRK: Taxis and app based rides are available at the airport. Set destination to Clark International Speedway - Panday Pira Ave.
- From Angeles - Mabalacat: Hotels and SM Clark can arrange taxis to the circuit. Trip planners show no seamless local bus to the gate, so plan a car for the last leg.
Walking from parking - set downs
- From Panday Pira Ave parking: Expect a short signed walk to admissions depending on where stewards place you along the avenue. Follow marshal directions and temporary cones on event days.
Airports and long distance travel
- Clark International Airport - CRK → CIS: The speedway is inside the same Freeport zone as CRK. Use taxi or rideshare for a quick transfer. P2P buses connect CRK with NAIA and Trinoma in Manila.
- From Manila: Road distance Manila to CIS is around 95 km. Driving via NLEX - SCTEX generally takes about 1 h 15 m outside peak traffic.
Quick guide - what is nearest
- P2P users: ride Genesis P2P to CRK then taxi to Panday Pira Ave.
- Drivers: use NLEX → SCTEX into Clark Freeport and set maps to Clark International Speedway on Panday Pira Ave.
- Event parking: public bays are usually along Panday Pira Ave, with VIP - competitors inside the venue.
Always follow the gate and lot on your e-ticket and check the organiser s event page or the speedway s Facebook updates for any temporary shuttle notices, road closures or parking changes.
Nearby Activities
Things to do around Clark International Speedway - Mabalacat and Angeles City (Pampanga, Philippines)
Whether you are here for the Philippine Superbike Championship, national GT and touring car rounds, the Vios Cup, drag meets, time attack or a trackday, the speedway sits inside the Clark Freeport Zone with waterparks, wildlife parks, hot springs, food trips and lahar landscape adventures close by for non race days.
Family friendly highlights near the circuit
- Aqua Planet - Clark Freeport: One of the Philippines' largest waterparks with slides and lazy rivers. Ideal cool down between sessions.
- Clark Safari & Adventure Park: Walk-through zoo with big cats, giraffes and kid friendly areas a short drive from the paddock.
- Dinosaurs Island & Insectlandia - Clark: Life-size animatronic dinos and small natural history exhibits that suit younger kids.
- Air Force City Park: Static aircraft displays and open lawns for a quick aviation-themed stop.
- Clark International Speedway Kart Track: Arrive-and-drive karting on selected days when not booked for leagues.
- SM City Clark Sky Line and cinemas: Evening fallback with restaurants, arcades and movie screens if showers roll through.
Waterparks and zoos may use dated tickets or capacity limits on peak weekends and holidays. Morning slots help if you plan to return for afternoon sessions.
Culture hits and rainy day winners
- Clark Museum and 4D Theater: Compact museum on the base and Mt. Pinatubo story, with an immersive short film.
- Museo Ning Angeles & Holy Rosary Parish Church: Heritage house museum and a landmark church along old Culi-Culi Road in Angeles.
- San Guillermo Church - Bacolor: Baroque church half-buried by lahar in the 1990s, a striking stop for history buffs.
- Betis Church - Guagua: Exquisite woodwork and painted ceiling in a National Cultural Treasure church, best paired with a bakery stop.
- Pradera Verde Wakepark - Lubao: Cable wakeboarding with on site dining, workable even when light rain passes.
Eat and drink like a local
- Angeles City sisig trail: Pampanga is the culinary capital and sisig is the headliner. Iconic grill houses cluster around Angeles downtown.
- Kapampangan classics: Bringhe rice, tamales, morcon, tibok-tibok and halo-halo desserts appear on many menus.
- Clark Freeport dining: Family friendly cafés and Korean, Japanese and Filipino spots around the Parade Grounds and hotel clusters.
- Porac - Alviera area: Farm-to-table cafés and weekend pop-ups pair well with outdoor activities nearby.
- Race week tip: Friday - Saturday prime tables in popular sisig and grill haunts book quickly. Reserve for groups or dine early with kids.
Active outdoors between sessions
- Parade Grounds loop - Clark: Flat jogging path with big shade trees, perfect for a short shakeout run.
- Alviera - Sandbox Porac: Aerial walks, zip lines and giant swings on select schedules, plus bikeable paths in the estate.
- Puning Hot Spring - Porac: 4x4 approach through lahar canyons to natural hot pools and spa areas. Book ahead and travel with operators.
- Mount Arayat National Park: Gentle forest trails to viewpoints on the south face for a cooler morning out.
- Lahar off-road tours: Guided 4x4 or ATV excursions on Sacobia and Porac riverbeds available seasonally. Check weather and river levels.
Easy day trips if you are extending your stay
- Mt. Pinatubo crater trek - Typically 2 to 2.5 hours to the jump-off at Sta. Juliana then 4x4 plus a 5 to 7 km hike. Strictly guided and weather dependent.
- Subic Bay Freeport - 60 to 90 minutes. Ocean Adventure marine park, Zoobic Safari, beach coves and duty-free malls.
- San Fernando lantern loop - 30 to 45 minutes. Giant lantern workshops and December displays if you visit in the holidays.
- Tarlac eco stops - 45 to 75 minutes. Monasterio de Tarlac hilltop views and farm cafés on cooler afternoons.
- Bulacan heritage - 60 to 90 minutes. Barasoain Church in Malolos and old town streets for a low key culture day.
Times are approximate and rise on headline weekends. Pinatubo and hot spring trips are weather dependent and may close after heavy rain or high river flow.
When to go and what to expect
- Peak motorsport - National bike and car series cluster from late fall to late spring. Hotels in Clark and Angeles fill Thursday - Sunday on headline weeks.
- Weather - Tropical. March - May is very hot with strong sun, June - October is wet with afternoon thunderstorms, November - February is the most comfortable. Pack sunscreen, a hat, breathable layers and a light rain shell.
Practical notes during race weeks
- On site operations: Karting, drag and experience days may pause or switch to special hours on headline weekends. Check the weekly schedule.
- Heat management: Shade can be limited trackside. Bring refillable bottles, electrolytes, a sun umbrella and a cooling towel for kids.
- Lightning and rain: Marshals suspend sessions for lightning and heavy downpours. Use indoor options in Clark for a quick pivot.
- Local payments: Cards are widely accepted in Clark but small eateries and market stops in nearby towns may prefer cash.
- Family packing list: Ear protection for children, sun protection, bug spray for dusk and sturdy shoes for mixed tarmac and gravel.
Opening hours, seasonal programs, outdoor access and event week operations can change with weather and demand - check official circuit and attraction sites for your exact dates.
Hotels & Accommodation
Location
Mabalacat, Pampanga, Luzon, Philippines
Current Local Time
Current Local Weather
Track Info
Clark International Speedway - Mabalacat, Pampanga, Philippines
Permanent road course - counter-clockwise - 4.189 km with 18 turns, long pit straight into a heavy T1 stop and a technical back half that rewards traction
When was the track built?
Construction began in 2007 and the venue opened on 15 November 2008 with the main circuit and drag strip. The 4.189 km course features 18 turns in a counter-clockwise direction and can be configured to operate split sections for simultaneous activities. The complex was developed to anchor Philippine motorsport in the Clark Freeport Zone with year-round car and bike events.
When was its first race?
The circuit’s first race meetings ran in late 2008. Clark subsequently hosted the FIA-certified Formula 4 South East Asia championship in 2016 and 2017, establishing the venue’s international credentials alongside national headliners.
What's the circuit like?
- Long launch into T1: A sizeable main straight builds a draft to a big-brake hairpin at Turn 1 - prime overtaking territory that sets the rhythm for the lap.
- Linked mid-sector: Direction changes through the inner complex reward a responsive front end and careful kerb use without upsetting traction.
- Back-half discipline: Successive braking and acceleration zones make tyre management vital in heat and humidity - late stints are won on exit drive.
- Multi-use venue: The facility includes a drag strip and can split the road course so track days and races can run concurrently.
- Benchmark pace: Single-seater lap record sits at 1:51.67, with top time-attack machinery in the low 1:50s and fast GTs and touring cars typically around the 2:00-2:05 window depending on class and conditions.
Lap records and benchmarks (by series)
- Single-seater - official record: 1:51.67 - Kurt Hill, 2017.
- Time attack - Radical SR8 reference: 1:53.3 - Angie King, Radical SR8, video-verified benchmark.
- Touring cars - Toyota Vios Cup/TGR Philippine Cup: Competitive race laps generally 2:18-2:25 depending on class and BoP.
- Motorcycles - Philippine Superbike: Superbikes routinely lap near the 1:50s-1:55s in qualifying when grip and temps align.
Why go?
Accessible from Manila and busy almost every weekend, Clark delivers constant overtaking into T1, grandstands with broad sightlines and paddocks that are easy to explore. National championships, manufacturer cups and time-attack festivals make it a great place to book tickets for a full day of action.
Where's the best place to watch?
- Turn 1 hairpin: Starts, restarts and classic divebombs after the long main straight.
- Inner complex mounds: Trackside banks let you see cars change direction and fight traction through the mid-sector.
- Final sector and pit straight: Watch undercut attempts and the drag to the flag with pit action in view.
Not just one series - headline events at Clark
Philippine Superbike Championship: The country’s premier two-wheel series runs multiple rounds each season.
Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup: The Vios-based manufacturer series packs the grandstands with sprint races and celebrity grids.
Radical Cup Philippines: Lightweight prototypes add high-downforce pace with multiple 2025 rounds scheduled at Clark.
FlatOut Race Series, endurance and club racing: Time attack, sprints and 8-hour enduros keep the calendar full.
Transportation & Parking
Getting to Clark International Speedway - Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga
Best options are P2P bus to Clark International Airport then taxi or rideshare to the circuit, driving via NLEX → SCTEX into Clark Freeport and following signs for Panday Pira Ave, and local taxis from Angeles - Mabalacat to the speedway. General public parking for events is typically along Panday Pira Ave with VIP - competitor parking inside.
Public transport - P2P to CRK then taxi
- From Manila - NAIA: Take the Genesis P2P bus from NAIA T3 or Trinoma to Clark International Airport. From the CRK terminal forecourt, continue by taxi or rideshare to Panday Pira Ave.
- From Metro Manila by city bus: Long distance buses to Angeles - Clark are available, but the simplest routing for visitors is P2P to CRK then taxi. Trip planners estimate around 2 h 20 m Manila to CIS with transfers.
- Local jeepneys: Jeepneys circulate within Angeles - Clark Freeport, but there is no single direct jeepney to the speedway gates. Most visitors use a taxi or rideshare for the final leg.
Tip: CRK keeps an updated page on ground transport and P2P operators. Check same day schedules before you travel.
Driving - NLEX → SCTEX into Clark Freeport
- From Manila: NLEX → SCTEX then follow Clark exits and internal Freeport signs toward Panday Pira Ave for Clark International Speedway. Mapping apps list CIS on Panday Pira Ave inside the Freeport.
- From Subic - Olongapo: Use SCTEX northbound and follow Clark exits, then local signage to the speedway perimeter.
- Wayfinding: Waze and other maps recognise Clark International Speedway, Panday Pira Ave. Set that as destination and follow event marshals near the venue.
Parking - public on Panday Pira Ave, VIP inside
- Event days: Organiser guidance has allocated inside parking for racers - VIP, with general public parking along Panday Pira Ave. Look for temporary signage and staff on approach.
- Overflow: When crowd sizes increase, expect staggered loading along the avenue and stewarded walking routes to the gates.
Taxis and rideshare - easiest final hop
- From CRK: Taxis and app based rides are available at the airport. Set destination to Clark International Speedway - Panday Pira Ave.
- From Angeles - Mabalacat: Hotels and SM Clark can arrange taxis to the circuit. Trip planners show no seamless local bus to the gate, so plan a car for the last leg.
Walking from parking - set downs
- From Panday Pira Ave parking: Expect a short signed walk to admissions depending on where stewards place you along the avenue. Follow marshal directions and temporary cones on event days.
Airports and long distance travel
- Clark International Airport - CRK → CIS: The speedway is inside the same Freeport zone as CRK. Use taxi or rideshare for a quick transfer. P2P buses connect CRK with NAIA and Trinoma in Manila.
- From Manila: Road distance Manila to CIS is around 95 km. Driving via NLEX - SCTEX generally takes about 1 h 15 m outside peak traffic.
Quick guide - what is nearest
- P2P users: ride Genesis P2P to CRK then taxi to Panday Pira Ave.
- Drivers: use NLEX → SCTEX into Clark Freeport and set maps to Clark International Speedway on Panday Pira Ave.
- Event parking: public bays are usually along Panday Pira Ave, with VIP - competitors inside the venue.
Always follow the gate and lot on your e-ticket and check the organiser s event page or the speedway s Facebook updates for any temporary shuttle notices, road closures or parking changes.
Nearby Activities
Things to do around Clark International Speedway - Mabalacat and Angeles City (Pampanga, Philippines)
Whether you are here for the Philippine Superbike Championship, national GT and touring car rounds, the Vios Cup, drag meets, time attack or a trackday, the speedway sits inside the Clark Freeport Zone with waterparks, wildlife parks, hot springs, food trips and lahar landscape adventures close by for non race days.
Family friendly highlights near the circuit
- Aqua Planet - Clark Freeport: One of the Philippines' largest waterparks with slides and lazy rivers. Ideal cool down between sessions.
- Clark Safari & Adventure Park: Walk-through zoo with big cats, giraffes and kid friendly areas a short drive from the paddock.
- Dinosaurs Island & Insectlandia - Clark: Life-size animatronic dinos and small natural history exhibits that suit younger kids.
- Air Force City Park: Static aircraft displays and open lawns for a quick aviation-themed stop.
- Clark International Speedway Kart Track: Arrive-and-drive karting on selected days when not booked for leagues.
- SM City Clark Sky Line and cinemas: Evening fallback with restaurants, arcades and movie screens if showers roll through.
Waterparks and zoos may use dated tickets or capacity limits on peak weekends and holidays. Morning slots help if you plan to return for afternoon sessions.
Culture hits and rainy day winners
- Clark Museum and 4D Theater: Compact museum on the base and Mt. Pinatubo story, with an immersive short film.
- Museo Ning Angeles & Holy Rosary Parish Church: Heritage house museum and a landmark church along old Culi-Culi Road in Angeles.
- San Guillermo Church - Bacolor: Baroque church half-buried by lahar in the 1990s, a striking stop for history buffs.
- Betis Church - Guagua: Exquisite woodwork and painted ceiling in a National Cultural Treasure church, best paired with a bakery stop.
- Pradera Verde Wakepark - Lubao: Cable wakeboarding with on site dining, workable even when light rain passes.
Eat and drink like a local
- Angeles City sisig trail: Pampanga is the culinary capital and sisig is the headliner. Iconic grill houses cluster around Angeles downtown.
- Kapampangan classics: Bringhe rice, tamales, morcon, tibok-tibok and halo-halo desserts appear on many menus.
- Clark Freeport dining: Family friendly cafés and Korean, Japanese and Filipino spots around the Parade Grounds and hotel clusters.
- Porac - Alviera area: Farm-to-table cafés and weekend pop-ups pair well with outdoor activities nearby.
- Race week tip: Friday - Saturday prime tables in popular sisig and grill haunts book quickly. Reserve for groups or dine early with kids.
Active outdoors between sessions
- Parade Grounds loop - Clark: Flat jogging path with big shade trees, perfect for a short shakeout run.
- Alviera - Sandbox Porac: Aerial walks, zip lines and giant swings on select schedules, plus bikeable paths in the estate.
- Puning Hot Spring - Porac: 4x4 approach through lahar canyons to natural hot pools and spa areas. Book ahead and travel with operators.
- Mount Arayat National Park: Gentle forest trails to viewpoints on the south face for a cooler morning out.
- Lahar off-road tours: Guided 4x4 or ATV excursions on Sacobia and Porac riverbeds available seasonally. Check weather and river levels.
Easy day trips if you are extending your stay
- Mt. Pinatubo crater trek - Typically 2 to 2.5 hours to the jump-off at Sta. Juliana then 4x4 plus a 5 to 7 km hike. Strictly guided and weather dependent.
- Subic Bay Freeport - 60 to 90 minutes. Ocean Adventure marine park, Zoobic Safari, beach coves and duty-free malls.
- San Fernando lantern loop - 30 to 45 minutes. Giant lantern workshops and December displays if you visit in the holidays.
- Tarlac eco stops - 45 to 75 minutes. Monasterio de Tarlac hilltop views and farm cafés on cooler afternoons.
- Bulacan heritage - 60 to 90 minutes. Barasoain Church in Malolos and old town streets for a low key culture day.
Times are approximate and rise on headline weekends. Pinatubo and hot spring trips are weather dependent and may close after heavy rain or high river flow.
When to go and what to expect
- Peak motorsport - National bike and car series cluster from late fall to late spring. Hotels in Clark and Angeles fill Thursday - Sunday on headline weeks.
- Weather - Tropical. March - May is very hot with strong sun, June - October is wet with afternoon thunderstorms, November - February is the most comfortable. Pack sunscreen, a hat, breathable layers and a light rain shell.
Practical notes during race weeks
- On site operations: Karting, drag and experience days may pause or switch to special hours on headline weekends. Check the weekly schedule.
- Heat management: Shade can be limited trackside. Bring refillable bottles, electrolytes, a sun umbrella and a cooling towel for kids.
- Lightning and rain: Marshals suspend sessions for lightning and heavy downpours. Use indoor options in Clark for a quick pivot.
- Local payments: Cards are widely accepted in Clark but small eateries and market stops in nearby towns may prefer cash.
- Family packing list: Ear protection for children, sun protection, bug spray for dusk and sturdy shoes for mixed tarmac and gravel.
Opening hours, seasonal programs, outdoor access and event week operations can change with weather and demand - check official circuit and attraction sites for your exact dates.
