I attended the Akron show by myself, 400 miles each way, and attend Indy every year by myself. Being a single Mom it's what I have to do. Is it expensive, yes, but I let my heart make the decisions. My daughter is shocked and surprised to see me and just being able to see her makes the trek worth it. I stock up on books on CD. What I find is that there is always conversation in the stands, in the line waiting to get in, at the souvie stands, etc. You can do it!!!