In Today's Track Talk - December 16

Midnight Madness Returns in 2026 to World Wide Technology Raceway

After a record-setting 2025 Ranken Technical College Midnight Madness Fueled by NOS Energy Drink season, the popular Friday night event returns with nine events for the 2026 season at World Wide Technology Raceway.

Tickets on Sale Now for NASCAR, INDYCAR, and NHRA at World Wide Technology Raceway

The 2026 season brings three national events with three major milestones: the 10th running of the Bommarito Automotive Group 500, 5th annual Enjoy Illinois 300 and the 15th annual NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals. Along with track milestones, NHRA will celebrate their 75th anniversary.

The 2025 Night of Champions Banquet and practice tree race will be held on Jan. 31, 2026, at World Wide Technology Raceway.

EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF WONDERLIGHTS!

Open nightly 5 PM - 10 PM

MID MAD NIGHTS ARE OFFICIAL!

WARM UP WITH COOKIES AND HOT CHOCOLATE AT WONDERLIGHTS

Grab yours in the queue line and enjoy a sweet treat while taking in the lights. We accept cash or card.

At World Wide Technology Raceway, we count on strong partners to keep our facilities running at peak performance. That’s why we trusted Ferguson Roofing to replace our commercial roof last year, and they delivered.

From expert planning to flawless execution, they went above and beyond. Grateful to work with local pros who take pride in protecting the places where big things happen💪

Join us for an unforgettable weekend of racing at World Wide Technology Raceway, as the NTT INDYCAR Series takes the stage from June 6-7, 2026! Feel the adrenaline as the top drivers in the NTT INDYCAR Series battle for the win in the Bommarito Automotive Group 500, while the rising stars of the INDY NXT Series push their limits in thrilling side-by-side action. As a celebration of Route 66, the weekend will be packed with exciting on-track activity, driver meet-and-greets, and live entertainment! Whether you’re a die-hard INDYCAR fan or new to the sport, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Get your tickets now and be part of the excitement as the road to the championship heats up!

Join us for an unforgettable weekend of racing and entertainment in St. Louis as the NASCAR Cup Series and the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series take center stage from September 11 - 13, 2026! Feel the adrenaline as the top NASCAR Cup Series drivers battle for their spot in the championship and the rising stars of the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series push their limits in thrilling side-by-side action. The weekend will be packed with heart-pounding races, fan-favorite activities, driver meet-and-greets, and live entertainment – including the Confluence Music Festival, happening all weekend with 30+ local acts and headlining performances. Even more exciting concert announcements are still to come. Whether you’re a die-hard NASCAR fan or new to the sport, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

Tickets are on sale now for the highly anticipated 2026 NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals on Oct. 2-4 at World Wide Technology Raceway. In 2026, Friday night qualifying returns under the lights at WWT Raceway, followed by the usual Saturday qualifying. Sunday will remain action-packed and full of eliminations, where the top racers in each category will go head-to-head until a winner comes out on top.

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