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🏁🔥DOUBLEHEADER WEEKEND IN MUSIC CITY!


 

Friday–Saturday, May 1–2


 

Two nights of racing. One legendary short track. A can’t-miss weekend in Nashville!

HEADLINING SATURDAY NIGHT:


 

The Cook Out Music City 150 Weekend - ARCA Mendards Series East — where the rising stars of NASCAR’s developmental ladder battle for victory on one of the most challenging short tracks in America.


 

Biggest ARCA Field of Drivers at Nashville in over 8 Years!


 

This 150-lap showdown brings the next generation of talent to center stage, along with a full night of local racing divisions delivering non-stop, door-to-door action.


 


 

FRIDAY, MAY 1 – ¼ MILE SPECIAL


 

Kick off the weekend with grassroots racing at its best:

• Limited Late Models

• Pure Stocks

• Pest Doctor Front Runners

• Legends

• CP Race Wear Bandoleros


 

Garage Opens: 12:00 PM

Grandstands Open: 5:00 PM

Racing Begins: 6:30 PM


 

SATURDAY, MAY 2 – MAIN EVENT

Grandstands Open: 3:00 PM


 

5:00 PM – Street Stock & Pro Late Model Features

7:30 PM – Driver Introductions

8:00 PM – Cook Out Music City 150 (ARCA Menards Series East)

FULL WEEKEND. FULL SHOW



From the quarter-mile battles on Friday to Saturday’s ARCA Menards Series East showdown, this is a weekend packed with action from start to finish.


 

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ONE WEEK AWAY: LINCOLN SPEEDWAY SET FOR “SHOW OF THE YEAR” WITH FLORACING NIGHT IN AMERICA

LINCOLN, IL – The countdown is on as Lincoln Speedway prepares to host one of the biggest dirt racing events of the season. Just one week from now, FloRacing Night In America Presented by Graue Chevrolet roars into central Illinois on Thursday, May 7 as part of Illinois Speedweek, bringing together a star-studded field of the nation’s top Super Late Model drivers to compete for a $20,000 top prize. With a packed grandstand expected and a lineup loaded with champions and fan favorites, the night is shaping up to be the “Show of the Year” at the Logan County Fairgrounds.

Headlining the field is defending event winner Bobby Pierce of Oakwood, Illinois, fresh off a dominant season that included 32 wins. He’ll be joined by fellow Illinois standout Brandon Sheppard, a five-time World of Outlaws Late Model champion and the all-time winningest driver in series history. Former event winner Dennis Erb, Jr. also returns, bringing with him a World of Outlaws championship and a Dirt Late Model Dream victory. Another past Lincoln winner, Hudson O’Neal, headlines the national stars after capturing the 2023 World 100 and Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series championship. Defending race winner Devin Moran returns as well after winning this event one year ago and securing the 2025 Lucas Oil championship.

The depth of talent continues with rising star Garrett Alberson, who broke through with major wins in 2024, and Nick Hoffman, who has transitioned from Modified dominance into one of the top Late Model contenders in the country. Ricky Thornton, Jr., with over 300 career wins and more than 30 championships, adds even more firepower to the field, while Iowa’s Ryan Gustin brings a hard-charging style backed by a decorated career that includes over 100 USMTS victories and multiple national wins.

Local and regional standouts will also be well represented. Bloomington’s Jason Feger, a three-time defending DIRTcar National Champion, has enjoyed tremendous success at Lincoln Speedway in recent years, while Moweaqua’s Shannon Babb continues to showcase his legendary career highlighted by over 100 Summer Nationals wins. Texas fan favorite Tyler Erb brings both speed and excitement, entering as the 2024 Summer Nationals champion and a recent Lincoln winner. Joining that group is Brian Shirley of Chatham, Illinois, a multi-time Summer Nationals and DIRTcar National Champion who is always a factor when competing on home soil.

Adding even more buzz to the event is the highly anticipated appearance of Carson Hocevar, fresh off his first NASCAR Cup Series victory at Talladega. One of the fastest-rising stars in all of motorsports, Hocevar’s popularity has skyrocketed during his climb to the top level of NASCAR, and he will now bring that momentum to dirt racing fans. Hocevar is set to compete in all three FloRacing Night In America events during Illinois Speedweek, including the highly anticipated stop at Lincoln Speedway.

With past winners, national champions, rising stars, and crossover talent all set to compete, the lineup for this year’s FloRacing Night In America event is as deep as it gets. Fans can expect intense side-by-side racing and a can’t-miss atmosphere from start to finish.

FloRacing Night In America at Lincoln Speedway will feature a full evening of action, with pits opening at 2:00 p.m., grandstands opening at 3:00 p.m., hot laps at 6:00 p.m., and racing set to begin at 7:00 p.m.

For full event details, ticket information, and more, visit lincolnspeedwayil.com.

About Lincoln Speedway:

For more information on the track, follow Lincoln Speedway online at www.lincolnspeedwayil.com, on Facebook (www.facebook.com/LincolnILSpeedway), and Twitter (@LincolnILSpdwy).  Updates are also available by calling the Track Enterprises office at 217-764-3200.

Lincoln Speedway is located at the Logan County Fairgrounds, in Lincoln, IL.  The physical address is 1408 Short 11th St., Lincoln, IL 62656.  Lincoln Speedway races a number of DIRTcar UMP classes as well as specials on a near bi-weekly schedule of Friday and Sunday evenings. The track is also home to the DIRTcar Fall Nationals.

 

 

Two Big Nights of Racing Roar at Perris Auto Speedway in May!

 

Perris, California — April 27, 2026 — Mark your calendars! After a couple of weeks off, Perris Auto Speedway roars back to life with two action-packed nights of racing set to ignite Riverside County this May at the famed Southern California speed plant

It all kicks off on May 16 when the spectacle known as the “Craziest Show on Dirt” — Night of Destruction — comes crashing back into town. One week later, on May 23rd, the thunder returns in a big way as the Avanti Windows and Doors USAC/CRA Sprint Cars invade Perris alongside the PASSCAR Super Stocks, Street Stocks, and WRA Vintage Cars for the 73rd running of the Salute to Indy.

 

The May 16 Night of Destruction will feature all five of the wildly popular divisions that keep fans on the edge of their seats: daring Figure 8 races, the unpredictable Figure 8 Trailer Race, mighty Mini Stocks battling it out on the twisty road course, rough-and-tumble Demo Cross, and the always-zany Double Deckers.

 

As always, Night of Destruction will include the hugely popular free on-track candy giveaway and autograph session with all of the drivers from 5:15 to 6:00 p.m.   That makes it the perfect opportunity for kids and families to meet the stars before the smashing and crashing begins.

 

On the 23rd, the Avanti Windows and Doors USAC/CRA Sprint Cars will compete in one of the longest-running sprint car races in the country — the prestigious Salute to Indy. Dating back to 1948 when Dempsey Wilson captured the inaugural event, this year’s race marks the 73rd running and the 29th time it has been contested at Perris Auto Speedway. Oxnard, California’s Rickey Lewis won the Salute to Indy in 2025.

In addition to the USAC/CRA Sprint Cars, the exciting PASSCAR Super Stocks and Street Stocks will also be in action. The Street Stocks will be battling for a $2,000 winner’s paycheck (providing there is a minimum 17-car field).

 

Rounding out the Salute to Indy program will be the gorgeous WRA Vintage Cars, adding a touch of history and nostalgia to an already stacked night of racing.

 

Both nights will see spectator gates swing open at 5:00 p.m., with racing going green at 7:00 p.m.

 

Night of Destruction Ticket Prices

Adults - $25.00

Students 13-17 (with school id) - $15.00

Kids 6-12 - $10.00

Active Military (with proper id) - $5.00

Children 5 and under – Free

 

USAC/CRA - PASSCAR Night Ticket Prices

Adults - $30.00

Seniors 65+ $25.00

Students 13-17 (with school id) - $15.00

Kids 6-12 - $10.00

Active Military (with proper id) - $5.00

Children 5 and under – Free

 

Fairgrounds Parking $20.00 (Parking is payable only by card)

 

Advance tickets for all 2026 PAS races are available at tix.com.  For fans who do not want to purchase advance tickets, there will be plenty available for everyone at the ticket windows on race night.

 

 

 

Joe Balash Named Vice President of Operations at Anderson Speedway

ANDERSON, Ind. — Anderson Speedway is proud to announce the appointment of Joe Balash as Vice President of Operations. A highly respected leader in the motorsports industry, Balash brings decades of experience at the highest levels of racing, including key leadership roles within NASCAR’s Busch Series (now the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series) and most recently the NASCAR Euro Series.

In his new role, Balash will primarily oversee all race related operational aspects of Anderson Speedway, working to enhance the race day experience for fans and drivers, strengthen partnerships, and continue the track’s long-standing tradition of excellence in grassroots motorsports.

Balash’s career spans a wide range of leadership positions across the racing world. During his tenure with NASCAR he held a Series Director role of the then Busch Series and current O'Reilly Auto Parts Series. Balash also served as the International Competition Liaison with NASCAR, and served as the Senior Vice-President of Operations for the American Speed Association. More recently, Balash held the position of Director of Racing Operations at track Enterprises before returning to NASCAR as the Sporting and Technical Director of EuroNASCAR.

“Joe brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of leadership to Anderson Speedway,” said Rick Dawson Owner/President of Anderson Speedway. “His experience at both the national and international levels will be invaluable as we continue to grow and innovate.”

Balash expressed enthusiasm about joining the Anderson Speedway team. “I’m honored to be part of such a historic facility,” he said. “Anderson Speedway has a rich legacy in short track racing, and I look forward to working with the team to build on that foundation while delivering an exceptional experience for competitors and fans alike.”

Anderson Speedway, known for its tight racing and passionate fan base, has long been a cornerstone of short track racing in the Midwest. With Balash’s leadership, the speedway aims to further elevate its operations and continue its commitment to delivering high-quality racing events.

With the announcement former Vice President of Operations, Jared Owen, has been elevated to President of Anderson Speedway. 

 
ADVANCED TICKETS
WEEKEND SCHEDULE

🏁🔥DOUBLEHEADER WEEKEND IN MUSIC CITY!


 

Friday–Saturday, May 1–2


 

Two nights of racing. One legendary short track. A can’t-miss weekend in Nashville!

HEADLINING SATURDAY NIGHT:


 

The Cook Out Music City 150 Weekend - ARCA Mendards Series East — where the rising stars of NASCAR’s developmental ladder battle for victory on one of the most challenging short tracks in America.


 

This 150-lap showdown brings the next generation of talent to center stage, along with a full night of local racing divisions delivering non-stop, door-to-door action.


 


 

FRIDAY, MAY 1 – ¼ MILE SPECIAL


 

Kick off the weekend with grassroots racing at its best:

• Limited Late Models

• Pure Stocks

• Pest Doctor Front Runners

• Legends

• CP Race Wear Bandoleros


 

Garage Opens: 12:00 PM

Grandstands Open: 5:00 PM

Racing Begins: 6:30 PM


 

SATURDAY, MAY 2 – MAIN EVENT

Grandstands Open: 3:00 PM


 

5:00 PM – Street Stock & Pro Late Model Features

7:30 PM – Driver Introductions

8:00 PM – Cook Out Music City 150 (ARCA Menards Series East)

FULL WEEKEND. FULL SHOW



From the quarter-mile battles on Friday to Saturday’s ARCA Menards Series East showdown, this is a weekend packed with action from start to finish.


 

Get your tickets now:nashvillefairgroundsspeedway.racing

Secure your seats early and be part of the excitement at the historic Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway!



 


 

Kvapil, Sutton Score Wins in Front of a Packed House at Tootsie's Music City Showdown
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