He last drove the No. 45 Dodge Charger for Petty Enterprise, but tonight NASCAR driver/racing analyst Kyle Petty will pull into downtown Chattanooga on a motorcycle.
Chattanooga is one of eight overnight stops on Petty’s Charity Ride Across America, which took off May 1 from Indian Wells, Calif., and will conclude Sunday in Randleman, N.C., according to the ride’s Web site.
The bike ride is a fundraiser for Victory Junction. Victory Junction is a camp in Randleman for children ages 6-16 who have chronic medical conditions or serious illnesses. The camp was founded by Petty and wife Pattie in memory of their son, Adam, whose dream was to help children with terminal illnesses. A second camp is opening soon in Kansas City, Kan.
In the 16 years since the ride began, it has raised more than $13 million for the camp.
While in town, Petty will greet fans and attend a songwriters’ showcase in Miller Plaza at 7 p.m. The concert is free, but donations will be collected for Victory Junction.