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06/11/2026

NASCAR Hall Of Famer Rusty Wallace Named Grand Marshal For Window World 450 at North Wilkesboro Speedway

One of the greatest short-track racers in NASCAR history will help usher in a new chapter of excitement on July

06/07/2026

Logitech has debuted a national commercial with Bubba Wallace filmed at North Wilkesboro Speedway.

Several years ago, Kyle and Kurt Busch were "abducted" by aliens at North Wilkesboro in a Toyota commercial.

06/05/2026

Sad to hear of the passing of NASCAR Champion Ned Jarrett.

In 17 races at North Wilkesboro his career best finish came in the 1964 Gwyn Staley 400 when he finished second to Fred Lorenzen.

Ned posts six top-five finishes and seven top-10 finishes at NWS.

05/22/2026

Southside Speedway master plan vote deferred by planning commission

https://richmondbizsense.com/2026/05/21/southside-speedway-master-plan-vote-deferred-by-planning-commission/

05/22/2026

Saddened to hear of the sudden and unexpected passing of Kyle Busch, our thoughts are with the entire Busch family.

Godspeed and until we meet again.

05/21/2026

South Carolina has become the fourth state to enact Right To Race laws protecting speedways from developments nuisance complaints

05/20/2026

Pikes Peak International Raceway announces it will be closed at the end of 2026 events with the property potentially being redeveloped for "mixed use"

https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakInternationalRaceway/posts/pfbid02T5g61TGaknYKwbAvs2FckL6J7onNF7xUvcSK9yk6Liu196ZbBoorazYnYMVcAmwMl

After years of horsepower, passion, memories, and community, we have an important announcement to share.

Pikes Peak International Raceway’s 2026 season will be our final season of public motorsports events.

PPIR has been more than just a racetrack—it has been a home for racers, riders, teams, families, fans, and automotive enthusiasts from across Colorado and beyond. From grassroots motorsports events and festivals to track days, drift nights, drag racing, and unforgettable memories made in the paddock, PPIR has been shaped by the incredible community that supported us year after year.

To our drivers, renters, spectators, staff, partners, vendors, and supporters: thank you. Thank you for trusting us with your weekends, your events, your celebrations, and your passion for motorsports. Your energy is what made PPIR what it is today.

While the property is planned for future mixed-use redevelopment, plans are still in the early stages, with more information expected later in 2026.

Most importantly—this is not necessarily the end of all PPIR events. We are actively exploring opportunities with other venues to carry our automotive lifestyle events and festivals into the future and continue growing these experiences for our community. The future relocation of select PPIR events is currently under consideration, with additional announcements expected later in 2026.

For now, 2026 is business as usual, and we are committed to making this final season at PPIR one to remember. All scheduled events, festivals, track days, and experiences will continue as planned throughout the season.

This isn’t goodbye just yet. We still have the 2026 season to celebrate everything PPIR has meant to this community, and we hope you’ll join us as we make these final laps together.

2026 schedule and tickets available at PPIR.com

Thank you for being part of our story.
— Pikes Peak International Raceway

05/19/2026

My annual post on how tragic is it that the NASCAR Hall of Fame can't be bothered to put Enoch Staley's name up for a vote.

I've litigated the reasons why on numerous occasions.

05/15/2026

Feels weird after three years being in Wilkes County not being there.

But that's okay, history is going to be made in July with the first points series race there in nearly 30 years.

Jeff Gordon was the last points winner, who will add their name to the winners list.

05/12/2026

North Wilkesboro Speedway Welcomes Airbnb as Official Lodging Partner

Today, North Wilkesboro Speedway officials announced Airbnb as an official track partner for the 2027 NASCAR season. This first-of-its-kind partnership