Penwell Knights Raceway

05/30/2026

The “Saye It Loud Racing” Nitro Funny Car owned by TJ Saye and driven by James Day just blasted to a new funny car track elapsed time and mile per hour record with a 3.71 at 213 in the heat! We’ll see if it stands this evening as eliminations continue at the West Texas NITRO Showdown!

05/30/2026

This is the ride of a lifetime! Don’t wait! Get signed up with Proud American Motorsports and make a memory this weekend that will last forever!

SIGN UP IN THE PITS

05/30/2026

🎉𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝟲𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧🎉
🤘🏻This place is going to be rockin’ TODAY!🤘🏻

Join us for the West Texas NITRO Showdown! presented by Funny Car Chaos featuring a $10,000 to win outlaw nitro flopper brawl like you've never seen!

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀:
🔥 Nitro Mike Wheelstander
🏁 West Texas Gangstas (5.30)
💥 Small Tire Shootout
🏁 6.00 | 7.00 | Jr. Dragster Shootouts
🔥 Proud American Ride Dragsters
🎇 Fireworks Show Both Nights!
🍔 Vendors! Food Trucks & More!

𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘:

• Saturday – May 30th •
Racer Gate @ 9 am
Chapel Service @ 10 am
Spectator Gates @ 11 am
Time Trials Start @ 2 pm
Funny Car Elims @ 5 | 7:30 | 10 pm
Wheelstander, Fireworks & More!
Finish All Classes
Winners Circle

📅 Friday & Saturday · May 29-30th!
💸 Adult Admission: $30 Sat
🎟️ Every Ticket is a Pit Pass!
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Kids 12 & Under FREE
· General Event Parking Free
· Spectator VIP Pit Parking - $20
· VIP Trackside Viewing - $25 Weekend Pass
· Military $5 off w/ID
📍 326 FM 1601 Odessa, TX 79766
📱 https://funnycarchaos.com/penwell-knights-raceway.html

This event is presented by Madden Sales & Service, WNS Lowery, Twisted Steel Energy Services, Schufeldt Rig Service, Pleasanton Truck Company, Chase's Diesel Service, O'Reilly Auto Parts and Hughes Oil Field Services

05/30/2026

Congratulations! Eliminations kick off tomorrow at 5 pm!

Congratulations to Aaron Morrow, Terry Darby and the entire “Nitro Relapse” team on their 3.85 top qualifying effort earning them a $5,000 cash bonus tonight at Penwell Knights Raceway!

05/29/2026

🎆 A Huge Thank You to Truckload Fireworks! 🎆

Penwell Knights Raceway would like to extend our sincere appreciation to Truckload Fireworks for their support of our 60th Anniversary Funny Car Chaos West Texas Nitro Showdown on May 29th-30th!

For over 42 years, the owner of Truckload Fireworks has been dedicated to providing families and communities with unforgettable fireworks displays and top-quality products. That kind of longevity doesn’t happen by accident—it comes from hard work, commitment, and taking care of customers year after year.

We are honored to have Truckload Fireworks as part of this historic celebration as we commemorate 60 years of drag racing at Penwell Knights Raceway. Their support helps us continue bringing exciting family entertainment and world-class racing to West Texas.

Make plans to join us May 29th-30th and enjoy an incredible weekend of nitro-burning Funny Cars, high-horsepower action, and an amazing fireworks display that will light up the West Texas sky! 🇺🇸🎇🏁

Please help us thank Truckload Fireworks for supporting Penwell Knights Raceway and helping make our 60th Anniversary celebration one to remember!

🏁🎆🔥

05/29/2026

𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝟲𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧!

This place is going to be rockin’ this weekend!

Join us THIS Friday night and Saturday for the West Texas NITRO Showdown! presented by Funny Car Chaos featuring a $10,000 to win outlaw nitro flopper brawl like you've never seen!

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀:
🔥 Nitro Mike Wheelstander
🏁 West Texas Gangstas (5.30)
💥 Small Tire Shootout
🏁 6.00 | 7.00 | Jr. Dragster Shootouts
🔥 Proud American Ride Dragsters
🎇 Fireworks Show Both Nights!
🍔 Vendors! Food Trucks & More!

𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘:

• Thursday – May 28th •
Parking – Noon to 8 pm
​
• Friday – May 29th •
Funny Car Chaos Qualifying
+ Test & Tune (Slicks / Radials Only)
Racer Gates @ 10 am
Spectator Gates @ 3 pm
Test & Tune 6 – Midnight
Funny Car Qualifying @ 7:30 & 10 pm
Wheelstander, Fireworks & More!

• Saturday – May 30th •
Racer Gate @ 9 am
Chapel Service @ 10 am
Spectator Gates @ 11 am
Time Trials Start @ 2 pm
Funny Car Elims @ 5 | 7:30 | 10 pm
Wheelstander, Fireworks & More!
Finish All Classes
Winners Circle

📅 Friday & Saturday · May 29-30th!
💸 Adult Admission: $20 Fri | $30 Sat
🎟️ Every Ticket is a Pit Pass!
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Kids 12 & Under FREE
· General Event Parking Free
· Spectator VIP Pit Parking - $20
· VIP Trackside Viewing - $25 Weekend Pass
· Military $5 off w/ID
📍 326 FM 1601 Odessa, TX 79766
📱 https://funnycarchaos.com/penwell-knights-raceway.html

This event is presented by Madden Sales & Service, WNS Lowery, Twisted Steel Energy Services, Schufeldt Rig Service, Pleasanton Truck Company, Chase's Diesel Service, O'Reilly Auto Parts and Hughes Oil Field Services

05/29/2026

𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝟲𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧!

Join us THIS Friday night and Saturday at Penwell Knights Raceway for the West Texas NITRO Showdown presented by Funny Car Chaos featuring a $10,000 to win outlaw nitro flopper brawl like you've never seen!

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀:
🔥 Nitro Mike Wheelstander
🏁 West Texas Gangstas (5.30)
💥 Small Tire Shootout
🏁 6.00 | 7.00
| Jr. Dragster Shootouts
Proud American Ride Dragsters
Fireworks Show Both Nights!
Vendors! Food Trucks & More!

𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘:
• Thursday – May 28th •
Parking – Noon to 8 pm
​
• Friday – May 29th •
Funny Car Chaos Qualifying
+ Test & Tune (Slicks / Radials Only)
Racer Gates 10 am
Spectator Gates 3 pm
Test & Tune 6 – Midnight
Funny Car Qualifying 7:30 & 10 pm
Wheelstander, Fireworks & More!

• Saturday – May 30th •
Racer Gate 9 am
Chapel Service 10 am
Spectator Gates 11 am
Time Trials Start 2 pm
Funny Car Elims
5 | 7:30 | 10 pm
Wheelstander, Fireworks & More!
Finish All Classes
Winners Circle

📅 Friday & Saturday · May 29-30th!
Adult Admission: $20 Fri | $30 Sat
Every Ticket is a Pit Pass!
Kids 12 & Under FREE
· General Event Parking Free
· Spectator VIP Pit Parking - $20
· VIP Trackside Viewing - $25 Weekend Pass
· Military $5 off w/ID

📍 326 FM 1601 Odessa, TX 79766
📱 https://funnycarchaos.com/penwell-knights-raceway.html

This event is presented by Madden Sales & Service, WNS Lowery, Twisted Steel Energy Services, Schufeldt Rig Service, Pleasanton Truck Company, Chase's Diesel Service, O'Reilly Auto Parts and Hughes Oil Field Services

05/29/2026

🏁🔥 A Huge Thank You to Hoosier Tire Southwest! 🔥🏁

Penwell Knights Raceway would like to extend our sincere appreciation to Hoosier Tire Southwest for their continued support of our 60th Anniversary West Texas Nitro Showdown!

For years, Hoosier Tire Southwest has been a trusted partner to racers across the region by providing quality Hoosier race tires at competitive prices backed by outstanding customer service. Their team goes the extra mile by offering on-site tire mounting and balancing, helping racers get back in the lanes quickly and confidently.

🚨 Hoosier Tire Southwest will be on-site at Penwell Knights Raceway May 29th & 30th during the West Texas Nitro Showdown! 🚨

Whether you’re chasing championships, personal bests, or just enjoying a weekend at the track, having the right tires can make all the difference—and Hoosier Tire Southwest is there to keep you rolling.

📞 Need tires for your race car, hot rod, dragster, or bracket car?
Give Hoosier Tire Southwest a call at 972-289-RACE and let their experienced team take care of your racing tire needs before or during the event.

We are truly grateful for their commitment to the racers, the racing community, and their support of Penwell Knights Raceway’s 60th Anniversary Season.

Please join us in thanking Hoosier Tire Southwest for helping make the West Texas Nitro Showdown bigger and better for everyone involved!

🏁🔥🇺🇸🏁

05/29/2026

Be sure to stop by the Funny Car Chaos merch trailer in the pits and score your limited edition event shirt before they sell out this weekend!

𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝟲𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧!

Join us THIS Friday night and Saturday for the West Texas NITRO Showdown! presented by Funny Car Chaos featuring a $10,000 to win outlaw nitro flopper brawl like you've never seen!

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀:
🔥 Nitro Mike Wheelstander
🏁 West Texas Gangstas (5.30)
💥 Small Tire Shootout
🏁 6.00 | 7.00 | Jr. Dragster Shootouts
🔥 Proud American Ride Dragsters
🎇 Fireworks Show Both Nights!
🍔 Vendors! Food Trucks & More!

𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘:

• Thursday – May 28th •
Parking – Noon to 8 pm
​
• Friday – May 29th •
Funny Car Chaos Qualifying
+ Test & Tune (Slicks / Radials Only)
Racer Gates @ 10 am
Spectator Gates @ 3 pm
Test & Tune 6 – Midnight
Funny Car Qualifying @ 7:30 & 10 pm
Wheelstander, Fireworks & More!

• Saturday – May 30th •
Racer Gate @ 9 am
Chapel Service @ 10 am
Spectator Gates @ 11 am
Time Trials Start @ 2 pm
Funny Car Elims @ 5 | 7:30 | 10 pm
Wheelstander, Fireworks & More!
Finish All Classes
Winners Circle

📅 Friday & Saturday · May 29-30th!
💸 Adult Admission: $20 Fri | $30 Sat
🎟️ Every Ticket is a Pit Pass!
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Kids 12 & Under FREE
· General Event Parking Free
· Spectator VIP Pit Parking - $20
· VIP Trackside Viewing - $25 Weekend Pass
· Military $5 off w/ID
📍 326 FM 1601 Odessa, TX 79766
📱 https://funnycarchaos.com/penwell-knights-raceway.html

This event is presented by Madden Sales & Service, WNS Lowery, Twisted Steel Energy Services, Schufeldt Rig Service, Pleasanton Truck Company, Chase's Diesel Service, O'Reilly Auto Parts and Hughes Oil Field Services

05/28/2026

𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝟲𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧!

This place is going to be rockin’ this weekend!

Join us THIS Friday night and Saturday for the West Texas NITRO Showdown! presented by Funny Car Chaos featuring a $10,000 to win outlaw nitro flopper brawl like you've never seen!

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀:
🔥 Nitro Mike Wheelstander
🏁 West Texas Gangstas (5.30)
💥 Small Tire Shootout
🏁 6.00 | 7.00 | Jr. Dragster Shootouts
🔥 Proud American Ride Dragsters
🎇 Fireworks Show Both Nights!
🍔 Vendors! Food Trucks & More!

𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘:

• Thursday – May 28th •
Parking – Noon to 8 pm
​
• Friday – May 29th •
Funny Car Chaos Qualifying
+ Test & Tune (Slicks / Radials Only)
Racer Gates @ 10 am
Spectator Gates @ 3 pm
Test & Tune 6 – Midnight
Funny Car Qualifying @ 7:30 & 10 pm
Wheelstander, Fireworks & More!

• Saturday – May 30th •
Racer Gate @ 9 am
Chapel Service @ 10 am
Spectator Gates @ 11 am
Time Trials Start @ 2 pm
Funny Car Elims @ 5 | 7:30 | 10 pm
Wheelstander, Fireworks & More!
Finish All Classes
Winners Circle

📅 Friday & Saturday · May 29-30th!
💸 Adult Admission: $20 Fri | $30 Sat
🎟️ Every Ticket is a Pit Pass!
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Kids 12 & Under FREE
· General Event Parking Free
· Spectator VIP Pit Parking - $20
· VIP Trackside Viewing - $25 Weekend Pass
· Military $5 off w/ID
📍 326 FM 1601 Odessa, TX 79766
📱 https://funnycarchaos.com/penwell-knights-raceway.html

This event is presented by Madden Sales & Service, WNS Lowery, Twisted Steel Energy Services, Schufeldt Rig Service, Pleasanton Truck Company, Chase's Diesel Service, O'Reilly Auto Parts and Hughes Oil Field Services