Newport Speedway

06/09/2026

IHRA Stock Car Series made the decision to not race this weekend. We look forward to having them in September!

Unfortunately, due to expected thunderstorms Friday afternoon through early sat morn, we have made the difficult decision to postpone this weekend's race at Newport Speedway .

While we know this is disappointing for racers, teams, and fans, our priority is ensuring everyone has the opportunity to enjoy a safe and competitive event. We also recognize the significant travel expenses many of our racers incur, and we never want competitors making a long trip only to be met with conditions that don't allow us to provide the quality racing experience everyone deserves.

We would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the team at Speedway for working with us to identify a suitable makeup date. Their cooperation and flexibility have been much appreciated.

We will announce the new race date as soon as all details are finalized. Thank you for your patience, understanding, and continued support. We look forward to seeing everyone at the track very soon.

06/08/2026

Thank you Tour of Destruction ! Looking forward to next time!

These photos tell a story.

Many fans who joined us over the weekend may not realize what they were part of. Not only was this the first-ever Tour of Destruction event at Newport Speedway, but it was also the first true heartbeat of a historic track coming back to life.

Just three years ago, the speedway sat idle, worn down by time and the elements. Seeing the progress and dedication that has gone into bringing this facility back has been incredible, and we are truly grateful to have played a role in that journey.

With any new beginning comes challenges, lessons, and opportunities to improve. We are already hard at work to make the next year’s event even better.

This photo on the right was taken at 7:00 PM from the Turn 4 trackside area. You’ll notice there is still seating available. We understand that some fans were turned away due to the access road being unexpectedly shut down and traffic complications. Unfortunately, several decisions were made without notification, and the issue did not come to our attention until it was too late to correct in the moment. We are committed to ensuring this does not happen again.

For our next event, we will be implementing improvements, including free parking to help ease traffic flow, earlier parking access, and closer coordination with traffic control to create a smoother experience for everyone.

We have been overwhelmed by the positive feedback and excitement from fans who were thrilled to finally experience this event in their area. More than anything, we want to reflect on the energy and noise everyone brought this past weekend — because for nearly a decade, this track sat quiet.

We look forward to welcoming back returning fans and meeting many new faces next year.

Thank you to Newport Speedway and to everyone who played a part in making this event possible. Message or Email us for support.

06/07/2026

Thank you Chad Webb at Simply Play Music for doing the National Anthem at Tour of Destruction last night !! Awesome job!! If you or your kiddos or anyone you know are looking into lessons in anything music, they are right here in Newport and can help you get started!

06/07/2026

06/06/2026

06/05/2026

See below for some FAQ's:
Please contact Tour of Destruction with any other questions regarding driving or ticket info or visit https://www.tourofdestruction.com/newport-speedway

FAQ:

1. Can we buy tickets at the gate?
- Yes, unless they sell out prior to. Best option to secure your ticket is to purchase them online at this link: https://www.tourofdestruction.com/newport-speedway

2. How much are tickets and parking?
- Tickets online and at the gate are now $35 adults (ages 13+) / $10 kids (ages 3-12) / 2 and under are free. There will be general admission parking charge of $5 as you enter (cash only preferred)

3. Is trackside parking sold out?
- Yes, there are no more trackside parking tickets available.

4. If we have trackside, what are the restrictions?
- Trackside opens at 2:00pm (this is first come, first serve as you show up as to where you park). Stay within your designated spot and keep 5 ft off the fence. There are some spots that are tight so large vehicles may be hard to maneuver so keep that in mind. You are allowed to have tents/canopies, bring your own food and drinks, coolers, etc.

5. Are we allowed to bring chairs to the grandstands?
- No, for this event only due to the large number of attendees, Tour of Destruction is allowing stadium seats, cushions, blankets only. No chairs with legs allowed.

6. Is there anything going on between the time the gates open and racing beginning?
- Yes there will be a pit party. They will have Monster Truck rides prior to available for $15 each and other things going on.

7. What time does everything open?
- Tier parking opens at 2pm!
- If you bought tickets online, you may come beginning at 3pm
- At the gate tickets are available beginning at 4pm (if not sold out prior to)

There will be a lot going on and probably will be traffic so be patient!