DIRTcar Fall Nationals returns to Lincoln Speedway Thursday-Saturday, Oct. 15-17, bringing three days of on-track activity and two nights of racing to the Logan County Fairgrounds in Lincoln, IL.
The annual fall classic will once again bring together competitors from across the region for one of Lincoln Speedway’s biggest weekends of the season. Thursday will serve as open practice night, giving teams the opportunity to get dialed in before complete racing programs take center stage on Friday and Saturday.
The 2026 Competitor Guide is now available with weekend procedures, schedules, registration information, rules, ticket and pit pass details, camping information, and more. Click the link below to view.
Five divisions are scheduled for Fall Nationals competition, including DIRTcar Late Models, DIRTcar Modifieds, Pro Late Models, Pro Modifieds, and Stock Cars.
One of the biggest additions to this year’s weekend comes on Friday night, when the previously postponed Bennett Memorial bonus program will be contested for the Super Late Models and Modifieds.
The Bennett Memorial will pay $50 to the leader of every feature lap in both divisions. A driver who leads every lap could potentially earn an additional $1,500 in the Super Late Model feature or $1,250 in the Modified feature, adding a significant amount of bonus money to an already important night of Fall Nationals racing.
The Bennett Memorial lap money was originally scheduled as part of Lincoln Speedway’s June event before weather forced those portions of the program to be carried over to Fall Nationals weekend.
Friday night’s entertainment will continue even after the final checkered flag. Fans, racers, crews, and families are invited to stick around for a post-race party behind the grandstands featuring live music from AllNighter. The popular party band will help turn Friday night into a full evening of racing and entertainment as the Fall Nationals heads toward its Saturday finale.
Saturday will feature another complete night of racing, with the Stock Cars joining the program as Fall Nationals weekend concludes.
Driver Registration
Teams planning to compete are encouraged to register in advance through MyRacePass at https://www.myracepass.com/series/2056/registrations/14865
Competitors should review the official 2026 Competitor Guide for division-specific procedures, entry information, schedules, rules, pit policies, and other important weekend details.
Three Days at Lincoln Speedway
The weekend begins Thursday, October 15 with practice for Fall Nationals competitors.
Friday, October 16 brings the first full racing program, highlighted by the Bennett Memorial lap-leader bonuses for the Super Late Models and Modifieds, followed by the AllNighter post-race party behind the grandstands.
The weekend concludes Saturday, October 17 with the final full night of Fall Nationals competition.
Tickets and pit passes will be available at the track upon arrival. Complete pricing and weekend information can be found in the 2026 Competitor Guide.
Camping & Lodging
Camping will once again be available at the Logan County Fairgrounds during Fall Nationals weekend. Competitors and fans planning to stay on site are encouraged to make arrangements early, particularly for electric camping spaces.
For camping reservations and additional event information, call the Track Enterprises office at 217-764-3200.
Lincoln Speedway’s host hotels include:
Hampton by Hilton – Lincoln, IL
217-732-6729
Comfort Inn & Suites – Lincoln, IL
217-735-5800
Guests should mention the Lincoln Speedway discount when making reservations.
The DIRTcar Fall Nationals have become a traditional final destination on the dirt racing calendar, combining championship-level competition, large fields of cars, camping, and a full weekend atmosphere at the Logan County Fairgrounds.
This year’s addition of the Bennett Memorial bonus money and Friday night AllNighter party will add even more to an already packed October weekend.
For additional information, visit www.LincolnSpeedwayIL.com, follow Lincoln Speedway on Facebook, or call 217-764-3200.
