| Venue | Event | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Beech Bend Raceway Park | The Hot Rod Reunion | June 16-18 |
| Firebird Raceway | Nightfire Nationals | Aug. 4-7 |
| Sacramento Raceway | Governor's Cup | Sept 16-17 |
| Osage Casino Tulsa Raceway Park | Nostalgia Nitro Nationals | Sept 16-17 |
What's new for the nostalgia series in 2022?
The series will feature thrilling racing action, highlighted by the crowd-pleasing, nitro-burning Nostalgia Top Fuel dragsters and Nostalgia Funny Cars. The 2022 season will begin at the Good Vibrations Motorsports March Meet, March 3-6, at Famoso Dragstrip.
Is Famoso dragstrip part of the NHRA Heritage series?
"Famoso Dragstrip is proud to once again be part of the NHRA Heritage Series," said Famoso's Blake Bowser. "The Good Vibrations March Meet is a great historical event, but it’s an even better event when it’s part of the Heritage Series."
When does the NASCAR season start in 2022?
The 2022 season will begin at the Good Vibrations Motorsports March Meet, March 3-6, at Famoso Dragstrip. The series will visit Sacramento Raceway and Firebird Raceway twice, along with stops at Beech Bend Raceway Park and Osage Casino Tulsa Raceway Park before returning to Famoso Dragstrip for the California Hot Rod Reunion in October.
Where will the NHRA Heritage series make stops in California?
The series will visit Sacramento Raceway and Firebird Raceway twice, along with stops at Beech Bend Raceway Park and Osage Casino Tulsa Raceway Park before returning to Famoso Dragstrip for the California Hot Rod Reunion in October. "Famoso Dragstrip is proud to once again be part of the NHRA Heritage Series," said Famoso's Blake Bowser.
What is the 2022 schedule for NHRA?
2022 NHRA CAMPING WORLD DRAG RACING SERIES SCHEDULEFeb. 17-20Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals presented by ProtectTheHarvest.comPomona, Calif.Sept. 15-18Mopar Express Lane NHRA Nationals presented by PennzoilReading, Pa.Sept. 23-25NHRA Carolina NationalsCharlotte, N.C.Sept. 30-Oct. 2NHRA Midwest NationalsSt. Louis21 more rows•Sep 16, 2021
How many NHRA races are there in 2022?
The 2022 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Season was announced on September 16, 2021. It is the 68th season of the National Hot Rod Association's top drag racing competition. The NHRA will have 22 Top Fuel and Funny Car events, 19 Pro Stock events, and 15 Pro Stock Motorcycle events.
Is NHRA coming back to Route 66?
NHRA officials today announced the details of the full 2023 Camping World Drag Racing Series schedule, which will include a pair of Pep Boys NHRA All-Star Callout races in Gainesville and Indianapolis, as well as a return to the fan-favorite Route 66 Raceway in Joliet, Ill.
What time does Sacramento Raceway open?
Gates open 12pm-9pm for ticket sales, parking and camping.
Is Houston Raceway closing?
Houston Raceway Park to End 35-year Legacy After 2022 NHRA National Event. NHRA Drag Racing to make its final appearance at Houston Raceway Park at 35th Annual NHRA SpringNationals April 22-24.
How much are NHRA tickets?
NHRA Nationals Ticket Prices Fans can purchase their NHRA Nationals tickets at TicketSmarter with 2022 ticket prices starting at $49.00 and reaching prices as high as $252.00. The average price of a 2022 single race ticket is $126.56.
Is Route 66 Raceway closing?
The Route 66 Raceway dropped a bombshell today, announcing that it will not contest drag racing events in 2021, due to a range of factors, not the least of which is the long-term uncertainty of the Covid-19 pandemic.
What happened to Rt 66 Dragway?
It is still in great shape.” Route 66 Raceway was opened in 1998. It hosted NHRA national events from 1998 until 2019. “We didn't know how the (COVID-19) pandemic was going to shake out and we were looking at opportunities, and this has been about a year-and-a-half to two years of planning to get things up and running.
Who bought Route 66 Raceway?
The complex also includes a 0.375-mile (0.604 km) dirt oval. The drag strip hosts several drag racing events including the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA). The facility is owned and operated by NASCAR and is located adjacent to Chicagoland Speedway.
Where can I race in Sacramento?
Racetracks and Racing Opportunities Near Sacramento, CAThunderhill Raceway Park. Thunderhill Raceway Park is about 88 miles north of the UTI Sacramento campus. ... Calistoga Speedway. ... K1 Speed. ... Placerville Speedway. ... Sacramento Raceway Park. ... Sonoma Raceway. ... All American Speedway. ... Marysville Raceway.
Is Sacramento Raceway still open?
Smith, who will turn 80 next year, said that due to increasing pressure from Sacramento County for his facility to close, he placed his 191-acre facility for sale two years ago, and made a commitment with the county to close the raceway in December 2020. He also explained why the raceway is being forced to close.
Who owns Sacramento Raceway?
Dave SmithDave Smith has owned the Sacramento Raceway since 1970. Dave Smith, the longtime owner of the Sacramento Raceway, said that his popular motor sport facility could close as early as next year. The facility, which is located on Excelsior Road and is 11 miles north of Elk Grove, has been in operation since 1964.
How many races are in NHRA season?
22-raceNHRA looks forward to its 22-race schedule next season with the return of fan favorite events such as the NHRA Arizona Nationals in Phoenix, the Virginia NHRA Nationals in Richmond and the Flav-R-Pac NHRA Northwest Nationals in Seattle, which will serve as the traditional conclusion of the annual Western Swing.
What's the next NHRA race?
The 2021 season finale will be held at the 56th annual Auto Club NHRA Finals slated for November 12-14 at Auto Club Raceway in Pomona, Calif....2021 NHRA Camping World Drag Series ScheduleMarch 12-14Amalie Motor Oil NHRA GatornationalsGainesville, FLJune 11-13NHRA New England NationalsEpping, NH14 more rows
Who is the most famous NHRA driver?
John ForceJohn Force is probably the most well-known driver in NHRA history. He has 97 career victories in funny car and won the NHRA championships 10 times. He was the first driver to pass the 320 mph mark and is the only driver who has 13 wins in one season. He is also the only driver to have won the Driver of the Year (1996).
Is NHRA coming back to Joliet Illinois?
For the first time since 2019 the Camping World NHRA series will be racing in Joliet, the NHRA announced its 2023 schedule and Joliet was the 6th of 21 events.