Academy 27 Presents
The Camaro Driving Academy is in its second season at Area 27 and is boasting 16 course dates from April to October. The calendar has been released online and registration can be done through the website: https://area27.ca/camaroacademy/. Check it out! ...
Facility Updates and Track Improvements
Every off season presents us with an opportunity to work on various upgrades and improvements to the facility. Prior to the winter holidays, we received the majority of the custom bespoke furniture for the clubhouse. There will be comfortable seating for up to 90...
Happy Holidays from the Area 27 Team!
Merry Christmas - Wishing You and Your Loved Ones a Great Holiday Season From the Area 27 Team to you, we wish you all the best over the holidays and into the New Year! If you are travelling this season we wish you a safe journey. If you are staying in the "Great...
Season Accomplishments
As the 2019 season comes to a close we would like to take this opportunity to reflect on what was accomplished this season, and to talk about the exciting new developments at Area 27. First off, we have been extremely pleased to see members enjoying the Clubhouse. We...
Additional Memberships Announced
Area 27 management has been monitoring Members track use every year since opening in order to determine the appropriate number of active Members to keep the club healthy and always enjoyable. With that as the goal SOMC (South Okanagan Motorsports Corporation) is...
Club Racing at Area 27: What You Need to Know
Interested in Club Racing at Area 27? Here's what you need to know.... Whether you're looking to get into a Radical SR3, a RS1 Track Car or a GTU Race car, the rules & regulations can all be found by clicking HERE .... BUT, contain your excitement! Before you...
Ford v Ferrari Fall Social
Area 27 presents a social unlike any other, in partnership with Black Hills Estate Winery. Join us on November 14th for the annual Area 27 Fall social. This exclusive event will commence with a 7:00pm private pre-screening of Ford v Ferrari at the Landmark Cinemas in...
It’s Better to Be a Member
It really is better to be a member! Membership at Area 27 is more than just access to an incredible track and state-of-the-art clubhouse! We've been working hard to create partnerships with various retailers, accommodators, wineries, and more to enhance our membership...
Reciprocal Announcement with APEX Motor Club
Area 27 is announcing a new partnership, presenting a reciprocal track agreement with APEX Motor Club, just outside of Scottsdale, AZ. More information on their facility can be found on their website: APEX MOTOR CLUB. Each year Area 27 try to provide more value to our...
Season Extended: One More Weekend!
Normally Area 27's season runs from April until the end of October weather dependent, fortunately the weather has been in our favour this year allowing us to extend into early November. Since next weekend's weather is looking sunny and warm (enough) we'll be open for...
2019 Club Racing Wrap-Up
That’s a wrap..on another club racing season The 2019 season expanded to host five club racing weekends that had nearly 300 registrants in the four different classes - Radical SR3, GTU, RS1 Challenge & RS1 Cup. We saw the grids continue to grow, the lap...
Dutchway presents the 1st Annual GT Enduro Race
Dutchway presents the 1st Annual GT Enduro Race at Area 27 on November 2nd. We will require a minimum of 10 cars (20 drivers) to register prior to October 30th for the race to proceed. Registration is done through the following link: I WANT TO GO RACING. The Dutchway...
Official Camaro Driving Academy Launch
Oliver B.C. - Camaro Driving Academy Area 27 Motorsports Park is very proud to announce a new partnership with General Motors Canada and Chevrolet. Area 27 is now the official home of the Camaro Driving Academy, featuring a fleet of Chevrolet Camaros equipped with the...
New Members Clubhouse
Canada’s only private Motorsport club now enjoys facilities only previously available to Yacht or Golf Club Members. The new 11,000 square foot Clubhouse at Area 27 is complete and open for business. The building features a large Members lounge & dining area,...
Kartplex Opening Day
The highly anticipated karting track at Area 27, Kartplex, will be opening this Saturday! Hours of operation will be from 11:30am to dusk. Here's what you need to know: Show up as you are, no open toe/heel shoes permitted - kart, suit, helmet available for rent - or...
Feed Masters Challenge
Special limited offer available exclusively to Area 27 and Apex Motor Club Members, only 12 spots available. Ever want to drive a Formula 4 car on a Grand Prix circuit? How about a Le Mans GT, a Formula 1 car, or even better, how about all of the above? Show that you...
Remembering Colin Morris
It is with great sorrow and a heavy heart that we inform you of the passing of fellow Area 27 Member and friend, Colin Morris. After a long courageous fight he succumbed to complications from cancer on the evening of June 22nd. Colin first heard of Area 27 back in...
New Development: Kartplex at Area 27
Next on Area 27 development plans include the construction of the new Area 27 Kartplex, which is now underway. Paving is expected to begin by the end of June with an anticipated opening later in July. Once completed, Motorsports enthusiasts of all ages will enjoy the...
Media Release: Area 27 welcomes General Motors Canada and Chevrolet
We are very proud to announce a new partnership with General Motors Canada and Chevrolet which makes Area 27 the official home of the Camaro Driving Academy, featuring a fleet of 18 Chevrolet Camaros equipped with the 1LE track package. These cars will predominantly...
The Unveiling
Announcing Area 27's "Unveiling" event this summer. On June 14thand 15th over 200 members, founders, media and distinguished guests descended upon the facility to take in the “Unveiling” of the new Area 27 Clubhouse, marking the completion of construction of the...
Crave Area 27
As the final touches are being completed and we begin to move in next week, please keep an eye out for a follow-up email specific to the Clubhouse. We are excited to announce that, as part of the Clubhouse, there will be a full service kitchen and operating company to...
Area 27 Cars for a Cause
JOIN US AUGUST 1ST AS WE CELEBRATE AN ADRENALINE PUMPED DAY AT THE TRACK WHILE RAISING FUNDS AND AWARENESS FOR THE OSNS CHILD & YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CENTER We are excited to share with you our plans for the first annual Area 27 Cars for a Cause event, and let you...
Jacques’ Debut in the Italian GT
This past weekend Jacques made his debut racing #27 for Ferrari in the Italian GT Endurance Championship at Monza. He posted the fastest race lap and put the car into the lead by more than 15 seconds before him and his teammates were sidelined with electrical issues....
It’s Official, We’ve Announced Opening Day!
Even with the long-lasting Winter, that only recently seems to have turned to Spring, we are on schedule to open April 1st. As usual for this time of year, the facility will open at 8:00am, drivers’ meeting will be at 9:00am with the track going hot shortly...
Welcome to the Area 27 Team
We’d like to welcome a new face to the office, Amberlee Erdmann. She helped Area 27 last year during Members' Club Racing weekends and with our membership events. Officially starting with Area 27 in May 2019, she will be joining the team full-time as the Academy 27...
Introducing Academy 27’s 2-Day Motorcycle Academy with Ken Hill
Introducing Academy 27's 2-Day Motorcycle Academy with Ken Hill You heard it here first! Ok, some of you may have heard the rumours already but they are true. We are happy to confirm that this season we are hosting our first ever Academy 27 2-day Motorcycle Academy on...
Crew Chief’s Corner – Christmas Edition: Hi-Res DAP
Want Better Sound? Consider The Source! Hi-Res DAP Today I’m not talking about exhaust systems or anything that will lower your lap time. What we are discussing in this chapter is getting the most out of your vehicles audio system. In particular we are going to look...
The Crew Chief’s Corner – Chapter 2: Wheels
Wheel choice can make a big difference to your vehicle’s ultimate performance potential. When choosing a new set of rims for your track car, you need to consider the following factors; diameter, width, offset, construction, caliper clearance, hub centricity, bolt...
Additional Membership Announcement Fall 2018
September 5/18 – Additional Memberships Announced Since the beginning of the season, we have been monitoring the daily usage of the circuit on Members’ Lapping days and have seen a year-to-date average per day – including members and their guests. The initial...
Acknowledging the Support From Our Membership
We would like to acknowledge the members who have stepped up so far with contributions towards our new building. First, we would like to thank Jonathan Asselin and Nancy Southern, who, through good folks of Atco, introduced us to the architectural design team at...
Crew Chief’s Corner – Chapter 1: Brakes
August 16/18 – The Crew Chief’s Corner Chapter 1: Brakes Properly functioning brakes are the most important component on your track car, closely followed by steering. A failed braking system is often responsible for the highest amounts of damage that we see at race...
Next Phase for Area 27, Administrative Services Building to Begin Construction
August 6/18 – MEDIA RELEASE: Next Phase for Area 27, Administrative Services Building to Begin Construction Oliver BC – Area 27 Motorsports Park has officially started the next phase of construction. Plans have been finalized for the first of several buildings at the...
Public Invitation: Flag Worker Course
One of the key elements to a successful track is the team working the circuit to communicate information to our drivers. As we head into another season, we are offering a FREE flagger training for a few enthusiastic and responsible fans to help drivers stay safe on...
Media Release: Membership at Area 27 Motorsports Park Officially Sold Out, Prepares for Next Phase of Development
Oliver BC – Initially breaking ground in December of 2015, Area 27 Motorsports Park has now sold out of all 300 family memberships following the track’s inaugural season. Area 27 is located in Oliver BC, the heart of Canada’s wine country, featuring 16 turns, and over...
The Grand Tour Meets Area 27
February 8/18 – Big News:The Grand Tour at Area 27 This past October Area 27 was host to Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May for the season 2 filming of episode 10 of The Grand Tour. We wanted to tell you, but they made us sign a piece of paper saying we...
Final Track Date for 2017 Season
Beginning November 1st, Area 27 will be closed for the 2017 season. We'd like to thank our members, spectators, and the Oliver community for a great inaugural season filled with tremendous support. Next season's calendar has officially been released on the events...
Announcing Patrick Carpentier’s Return to Academy 27!
We've got big news coming to the track next month! Area 27 is happy to announce the return of Academy 27's Guest Instructor, Patrick Carpentier, for the remaining 2017 season's schools this October. Patrick is a renowned Canadian professional driver who's best known...
The 2018 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE Meets Area 27
An automotive manufacturer spends serious time and resources on developing the new evolution of an iconic badge, so they do all they can to make sure everything goes as planned. Until their new wheels are directly in the hands of their consumers it can be...
Flag Worker School: May 27 in Penticton
One of the key elements to a successful track is the team working the circuit to communicate information to our drivers. As we head into another season of hot laps, we're offering FREE flag worker / corner worker training for a few enthusiastic and responsible fans to...
Legendary Lamborghini Driver Valentino Balboni at Area 27
Dedicated fans won't need an introduction for this man, who for 40 years worked at Lamborghini and was known as the company's chief test driver and brand ambassador. On Monday May 7, Valentino Balboni will be at the track for an Area 27 members' event. Starting as an...
Latest Press: feature in BC Business Magazine
People in advertising will say that good press is worth its weight (or advertising value) in gold. Over the past three years we've been fortunate to have received good coverage from all over the world. It turns out we're not the only ones who like to talk track. From...
Demo Day Apr 8: Avion Motorsports, Elan NP01, Radical SR3 RSX
In partnership with three special race car manufacturers, we're thrilled to announce a special multi-car Track Demo Day onSaturday April 8. This sneak preview test drive track day is exclusively for Area 27 members. Avion Motorsports RS1 Track Car Avion...


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