Cherokee Speedway Presents The Xtreme DirtCar Series And More Sunday January 26th

Cherokee Speedway will bring in the 2020 race season Sunday January 26th with the return of the Xtreme Dirtcar Series paying $5,000 to win along with racing in 602 Crate Late Model ($1,000), Extreme 4 FWD ($500), Thunder Bomber ($600), and Stock Outlaw RWYB ($1,000). Gates will open at 10:00 AM with drivers meeting at 12:30 PM and on track action starting at 1:00 PM.

January 26th Admission Prices:

(Sunday) Grandstands $20 / Pits $35 / Kids 10 And Under Free

Stock Outlaw RWYB Event Rules

1 - Any 8 Cylinder Car Allowed.

2 - No vans, suv's, or Late Model cars (Or Noses).

3 - Racing gas only. (No Alcohol)

4 - Cars must have full cage.

5 - Any tire with 8" rim.

6 - 6" spoiler on the back only.

For further information on the Xtreme Dirtcar Series visit the series online at www.xtremedirtcar.com .

The Maxxis Winter Nationals Kart Event For January 25th Postponed

The Maxxis Winter Nationals Kart event scheduled for Saturday January 25th at Cherokee Speedway has been postponed till a later date.

Cherokee Speedway To Host The Maxxis Winter Nationals Kart Event Saturday January 25th

Cherokee Speedway will host the Maxxis Winter Nationals Kart event Saturday January 25th. The race program will include Limited 375 ($500), Pro Clone 375 ($500), Pro Clone 425 ($500), Jr1, Jr2, Jr3, Predtor 375, Predator 425, Champ Lite, Champ Heavy ($500), Clone Heavy, Clone Medium, Clone 425, Jr Predator, OTB 375, OTB 425, and Flathead Heavy. All classes will require a $30 entry fee along with a $5 transponder fee. Gates will open at 9:00 AM with practice at 11:00 AM and racing around 1:00 PM.

January 25th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $10 / Pits $20 / Kids 10 And Under Free

There will be a $20 parking competitor fee.

Cherokee Speedway January 18th Events And Xtreme DirtCar Series Event Has Been Postponed; Rescheduled For Sunday January 26th

Due to the rain fall this week along with the wet conditions Cherokee Speedway and DirtCar Racing officials have made the decision to postpone all racing including the Xtreme DirtCar Series event scheduled for January 18th at the Speedway. January 18th scheduled events including the Xtreme DirtCar Series event has been rescheduled for Sunday January 26th.

Cherokee Speedway Presents The Xtreme DirtCar Series And More Saturday January 18th

Cherokee Speedway will bring in the 2020 race season Saturday January 18th with the return of the Xtreme Dirtcar Series paying $5,000 to win along with racing in 602 Crate Late Model ($1,000), Extreme 4 FWD ($500), Thunder Bomber ($600), and Stock Outlaw RWYB ($1,000). Gates will open at 10:00 AM with drivers meeting at 12:30 PM and on track action starting at 1:00 PM.

January 18th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $20 / Pits $35 / Kids 10 And Under Free

Stock Outlaw RWYB Event Rules

1 - Any 8 Cylinder Car Allowed.

2 - No vans, suv's, or Late Model cars (Or Noses).

3 - Racing gas only. (No Alcohol)

4 - Cars must have full cage.

5 - Any tire with 8" rim.

6 - 6" spoiler on the back only.

For further information on the Xtreme Dirtcar Series visit the series online at www.xtremedirtcar.com .

Cherokee Speedway 2019 Season Awards Banquet January 11th

Cherokee Speedway is excited to announce its 2019 Season Awards Banquet that is set for Saturday January 11th. The awards banquet will take place at the VFW located at 325 Carolina Drive ext. in Roebuck, South Carolina. Dinner will be served at approximately 7:00 PM following the SECA Awards Banquet. The Cherokee Speedway awards ceremony will take place from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM. There will be a bar to purchase adult beverages. Tickets will be $20 if paid before January 5th and $25 at the door. To purchase advanced tickets please mail checks to: Tony Adair, 362 Baxter Cemetery Road, Forest City, North Carolina 28043. We look forward to a great night of fun as we honor our 2019 Track Champions and more.

Cherokee Speedway Presents Annual World Crown 4 Cylinder Nationals November 29th - December 1st

Cherokee Speedway will present the annual World Crown 4 Cylinder Nationals Friday November 29th, Saturday November 30th, and Sunday December 1st. The event will include MMSA Stock 4, Extreme 4, KMSA Mini Stocks, and Young Guns.

World Crown 4 Cylinder Nationals (Cherokee Speedway)
Friday November 29th - Sunday December 1st

MMSA Stock 4 $5,000 To Win
Extreme 4 $5,000 To Win
KMSA Mini Stocks $2,500 To Win
Young Guns $1,000 To Win

Friday November 29th
Gates Open 11:00 AM
Open Practice 1:00 PM To 5:00 PM

Saturday November 30th
Gates Open 9:00 AM
Drivers Meeting 1:00 PM (Racing To Follow)

Sunday December 1st
Gates Open 11:00 AM
Drivers Meeting 12:30 PM (Racing To Follow)

Admission Prices
(Friday) Grandstands FREE / Pits $20
(Saturday) Grandstands $15 / Pits $30
(Sunday) Grandstands $15 / Pits $35
2 Day Discounted Grandstand Pass $25
3 Day Discounted Pit Pass $75

Cherokee Speedway Presents The "29th Annual Blue Gray 100" Sunday November 24th

Cherokee Speedway will present the "29th Annual Blue Gray 100" Sunday November 24th headlining a 100 lap $10,000 to win Super Late Model event co-sanctioned with the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series and the newly formed Xtreme Dirtcar Series.

The race program for the "29th Annual Blue Gray 100" will include the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series / Xtreme Dirtcar Series ($10,000), Southeastern Late Model Sportsman Series ($2,000), Crate Sportsman / Renegade ($1,000), Limited Sportsman ($1,000), and Thunder Bomber ($800). Gates will open at 10:00 AM with drivers meeting at 12:30 PM and racing to follow.
 

For further information on some of the sanctioning bodies competing at the "29th Annual Blue Gray 100" event please check the following:

Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series - www.carolinaclash.com

Xtreme Dirtcar Series - www.xtremedirtcar.com

Southeastern Late Model Sportsman Series - Facebook Page

November 24th Admission Prices:

(Sunday) Grandstands $30 / Pits $40

Renegade Division Information For November 24th: Renegade competitors will have two options to race on November 24th for $1,000 to win. Renegades can compete with the Crate Sportsman division using Cherokee Speedway Renegade rules and weight. The only exception is H500 tires only. Also Renegade competitors can compete with the Limited Sportsman division; Claiming Cherokee Speedway Renegade engine rules. For this race Renegades will be able to use the same shocks, headers, transmission, and a open tail piece as everyone else competing in the division. Renegade cars weight will be set at 3000 LBS. Tires can be M or H 500's or M or H EMods. You are allowed to run American Racers on the front only. Renegade competitors can race in either division, but are only allowed to compete in one or the other. 

Cherokee Speedway Saturday October 26th Open Practice Postponed

Due to inclement weather and rain along with surrounding tracks racing Cherokee Speedway has made the decision to postpone open practice scheduled for Saturday October 26th. The next event currently scheduled at Cherokee Speedway is set for Sunday November 24th as the Speedway presents the "29th Annual Blue Gray 100".

Cherokee Speedway To Host Open Practice Saturday October 26th

Cherokee Speedway will host a open practice for all divisions on Saturday October 26th. Gates will open at 5:00 PM with practice from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Admission will be $15 in the pits and free in the grandstands.

Weather Forces Conclusion Of The "Mike Duvall Memorial" And "Tribal Nationals" Till Sunday October 6th

Unfortunately the rain just won't stop tonight (October 5th) at Cherokee Speedway for us to get in the conclusion of the "Mike Duvall Memorial" / "Tribal Nationals" event so we are forced to postpone tonight's action. The "Mike Duvall Memorial" / "Tribal Nationals" event will conclude with racing Sunday October 6th. Gates will open at 10:00 AM with drivers meeting at 12:00 PM and racing to follow. All ticket sales will be honored on October 6th.

Cherokee Speedway Presents The "Mike Duvall Memorial" And "Tribal Nationals" October 3rd, 4th, and 5th

Cherokee Speedway will present the "Mike Duvall Memorial" and its annual "Tribal Nationals" October 3rd, 4th, and 5th as the Speedway will also host the return of the World Of Outlaw Late Model Series.

Thursday October 3rd program will include open practice for all divisions from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM along with Tribals Pre-Tech and Registration. $75 entry fee required for Tribals.

Friday October 4th program will include the World Of Outlaws Late Model Series paying $10,000 to win along with action in 604 Crate Late Model, Limited Sportsman, Crate Sportsman, Renegade, and Thunder Bomber. Tribals divisions will qualify and run heats. Tech and Registration for Tribals will be open. $75 entry fee required for Tribals.

Saturday October 5th program will include Limited Sportsman ($3,000), Crate Sportsman ($3,000), Renegade ($3,000), Thunder Bomber ($3,000), Thunder Series 602 Late Models ($2,000), 604 Crate Late Model ($5,000), and Pure Stock ($1,500).

There will be a $75 entry fee required for 604 Crate Late Model competitors.

Grandstands: Thursday FREE / Friday $30 / Saturday $20 / 2 Day Pass $45

Pits: Thursday $20 / Friday $40 / Saturday $35 / 3 Day Pass $75 / 2 Day Pass $65

For further information on some of the sanctioning bodies competing at the annual "Mike Duvall Memorial" / "Tribal Nationals" event please check the following:

World Of Outlaws Late Model Series - www.worldofoutlaws.com

Thunder Series Late Models - www.thunderdirtseries.com

Cherokee Speedway Presents The USCS Sprint Car Series And More Saturday September 14th

Cherokee Speedway will present the USCS Sprint Car Series Saturday September 14th along with racing in 602 Open Wheel Modified, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, Young Guns, and Thunder Bomber (Full field Qualifier for Tribal Nationals). Come see the 130 PLUS MPH winged outlaw sprint cars do battle around the 3/8 mile oval as the USCS Sprint Car Series returns "To The Place Your Mama Warned You About". Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

For further information on the USCS Sprint Car Series visit the series online at www.uscsracing.com .

September 14th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $20 / Pits $30

Cherokee Speedway Presents The Durrence Layne Street Stocks Showdown Paying $5,000 To Win And More September 5th, 6th, And 7th

Cherokee Speedway will present the Durrence Layne Street Stocks Showdown paying $5,000 to win September 5th, 6th, and 7th. The action will kick off Thursday September 5th with open practice. Gates will open at 5:00 PM with practice from 7:00 PM till 10:00 PM. Friday September 6th race program will include qualifying and heats for the Durrence Layne Street Stocks along with racing in 602 Crate Late Model. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow. Saturday September 7th race program will include B Mains, Dash, and Feature for the Durrence Layne Street Stocks along with 604 Crate Late Model, 602 Open Wheel Modified, Stock 4 (Winner ONLY WC4CN Qualifier), and Extreme 4 (Full Field Qualifier for WC4CN). Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

Competitors will start three wide in the Durrence Layne Street Stocks Showdown. Cherokee Speedway will also in having a pit party along with the Dirty Grass Soul Concert on Friday September 6th.

Cherokee Speedway Presents Annual "Hall Of Fame" Event Sunday September 1st With The Return Of The Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Sunday September 1st as the Speedway will present the annual "Hall Of Fame" race with the return of the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series paying $5,000 to win. The race program for Sunday September 1st will include the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series ($5,000), MMSA Tour ($1,200), 604 Crate Late Model, Crate Sportsman, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, and Thunder Bomber. Pit gates will open at 3:00 PM with grandstand gates opening at 4:00 PM. The drivers meeting is set for 6:30 PM with racing to follow.
 

The annual Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony will be held at 5:00 PM.

For further information on the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series visit the series online at www.carolinaclash.com .

September 1st Admission Prices:

(Sunday) Grandstands $20 / Pits $35

Cherokee Speedway "Stick Elliott Memorial" Make-Up Events And More Saturday August 24th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday August 24th as the Speedway will host the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series ($4,000), 602 Open Wheel Modified, Crate Sportsman, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, and Thunder Bomber. The Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series, 602 Open Wheel Modified, and Crate Sportsman events are make-up events from August 4th and the features are locked in. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow. Armbands from August 4th will be honored.

For further information on the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series visit the series online at www.carolinaclash.com .

August 24th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $15 / Pits $30

Cherokee Speedway Saturday August 17th Event Postponed

Due to inclement weather and rain all racing scheduled for Saturday August 17th at Cherokee Speedway has been postponed. "The Place Your Mama Warned You About" will be back in action Saturday August 24th.

The Dirt Cup Challenge DIRTcar UMP Modified Tour Returns To Cherokee Speedway Saturday August 17th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday August 17th with the return of the Dirt Cup Challenge DIRTcar UMP Modified Tour paying $2,500 to win along with racing in 604 Crate Late Model, Limited Sportsman, Crate Sportsman, Extreme 4, Young Guns, and Thunder Bomber. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

For further information on the Dirt Cup Challenge DIRTcar UMP Modified Tour visit their Facebook Page .

August 17th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $15 / Pits $30

Cherokee Speedway Will Host "Fan Appreciation Night" Saturday August 10th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday August 10th as the Speedway will host "Fan Appreciation Night" with racing in 604 Crate Late Model, Limited Sportsman, Crate Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, Thunder Bomber, and Powder Puff. Admission will only be $5 in the grandstands. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

August 10th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $5 / Pits $25

Cherokee Speedway Presents The Annual "Stick Elliott Memorial" August 3rd & 4th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday August 3rd and on Sunday August 4th as the Speedway will present the annual "Stick Elliott Memorial". The Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series will make their return to "The Place Your Mama Warned About" paying $4,000 to win.

On Saturday August 3rd the race program will include 604 Crate Late Model, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, Young Guns, Thunder Bomber, and a Demolition Derby. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

On Sunday August 4th the race program will include the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series ($4,000), 602 Crate Late Model, Crate Sportsman, Thunder Bomber (Non Winner Race), 602 Open Wheel Modified, and Pro 4 (Carolina Rules). Gates will open at 4:00 PM with drivers meeting at 6:00 PM and racing to follow.

For further information on the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series visit the series online at www.carolinaclash.com .

August 3rd & 4th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $13 / Pits $25
(Sunday) Grandstands $15 / Pits $30

(Two Day Pass) Grandstands $25 / Pits $50

The FUEL Racing Series Returns To Cherokee Speedway Saturday July 27th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday July 27th with the return of the FUEL Racing Series along with racing in Limited Sportsman, Crate Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, Young Guns, and Thunder Bomber. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

For further information on the FUEL Racing Series visit the series online at www.fuelracingseries.com .

July 27th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $15 / Pits $25

Cherokee Speedway Will Host "Fan Appreciation Night" Saturday July 20th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday July 20th as the Speedway will host "Fan Appreciation Night" with racing in 604 Crate Late Model, Limited Sportsman, Crate Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, Young Guns, and Thunder Bomber. Admission will only be $5 in the grandstands. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

July 20th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $5 / Pits $25

Cherokee Speedway Presents The Ray Cook Southern National Series And More Sunday 14th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Sunday July 14th as the Speedway presents the Ray Cook Southern National Series paying $10,000 to win along with racing in Limited Sportsman, Crate Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, and 602 Open Wheel Modified. Gates will open at 3:00 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

For further information on the Ray Cook Southern National Series visit the series online at www.southernnationalsseries.com .

July 14th Admission Prices:

(Sunday) Grandstands $25 / Pits $40

Cherokee Speedway Presents Annual Shrine Event With Crate Sportsman "River Wars" And More Wednesday July 3rd

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Wednesday July 3rd as the Speedway will present the Crate Sportsman "River Wars" paying $1,000 to win along with racing in 604 Crate Late Model, 602 Crate Late Model, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, Extreme 4, Young Guns, and Thunder Bomber. July 3rd event will also be the annual Shrine event at Cherokee Speedway. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow. The Speedway will host a fireworks show on July 3rd.

July 3rd Admission Prices:

(Wednesday) Grandstands $15 / Pits $30

Cherokee Speedway Presents The FUEL Racing Series, Mid East Modifieds, And More Saturday June 29th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday June 29th with the return of the FUEL Racing Series along with racing in Limited Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, Young Guns, Thunder Bomber, and the Mid East 602 Open Wheel Modified Tour. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

For further information on the FUEL Racing Series visit the series online at www.fuelracingseries.com .

June 29th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $18 / Pits $30

Cherokee Speedway Saturday June 22nd Event Postponed

Due to inclement weather and rain all racing scheduled for Saturday June 22nd at Cherokee Speedway has been postponed. "The Place Your Mama Warned You About" will be back in action Saturday June 29th.

Cherokee Speedway Will Host "Fan Appreciation Night" Saturday June 22nd

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday June 22nd as the Speedway will host "Fan Appreciation Night" with racing in the Carolina Sprint Tour, 604 Crate Late Model, Crate Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, Young Guns, and Thunder Bomber. Admission will only be $5 in the grandstands. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

June 22nd Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $5 / Pits $25

The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Returns To Cherokee Speedway Friday June 14th For The Annual "Grassy Smith Memorial"

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Friday June 14th as the Speedway will host the "Grassy Smith Memorial" with the return of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series as they battle it out around Cherokee Speedway for a $12,000 payday.

Friday June 14th race program will include racing in the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series ($12,000), 604 Crate Late Model, 602 Crate Late Model, Limited Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, and 602 Open Wheel Modified. Gates will open at 2:00 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

For further information on the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series visit the series online at www.lucasdirt.com .

June 14th Admission Prices:

(Friday) Grandstands $30 / Pits $40

Cherokee Speedway Saturday June 8th Race Postponed

Due to the abundance of rain that Mother Nature is blessing us with this weekend, Cherokee Speedway will not be racing Saturday June 8th. "The Place Your Mama Warned You About" will be back in action Friday June 14th with the Grassy Smith Memorial Lucas Oil Dirt Late Model Series event and more.

Cherokee Speedway Presents Eight Divisions Of Racing Saturday June 8th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday June 8th as the Speedway will host eight action packed divisions of racing. June 8th race program will include 604 Crate Late Model, Limited Sportsman, Crate Sportsman, SECA 602 Open Wheel Modified, Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, and Thunder Bomber. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

June 8th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $13 / Pits $25

Cherokee Speedway Presents Annual "Mike Butler Memorial" May 25th And 26th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday May 25th and Sunday May 26th as the Speedway will host the annual "Mike Butler Memorial". On Saturday May 25th the program will include a open practice for all divisions including first round qualifying for the SCDRA. Gates will open at 5:00 PM with practice from 7:00 PM till 10:00 PM followed by SCDRA qualifying. On Sunday May 26th the program will include racing in the SCDRA, MMSA Stock 4, 604 Crate Late Model, 602 Crate Late Model, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, Young Guns, and Thunder Bomber. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

May 25th & 26th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Pits $15

(Sunday) Grandstands $18 / Pits $30

Cherokee Speedway Will Host "Fan Appreciation Night" Saturday May 18th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday May 18th as the Speedway will host "Fan Appreciation Night" with racing in 604 Crate Late Model, Limited Sportsman, Crate Sportsman, SCDRA, Young Guns, Thunder Bomber, 602 Open Wheel Modified, and Pro 4 (Carolina Rules). Admission will only be $5 in the grandstands. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

May 18th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $5 / Pits $25

The World Of Outlaws Late Model Series Returns To Cherokee Speedway Friday May 3rd

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Friday May 3rd as the Speedway will host the return of the World Of Outlaws Late Model Series as they battle it out around Cherokee Speedway for a $10,000 payday.

Friday May 3rd race program will include racing in the World Of Outlaws Late Model Series ($10,000), 604 Crate Late Model, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, Thunder Bomber, and 602 Open Wheel Modified. Gates will open at 2:00 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

For further information on the World Of Outlaws Late Model Series visit the series online at www.worldofoutlaws.com .

May 3rd Admission Prices:

(Friday) Grandstands $25 / Pits $40

Cherokee Speedway Presents Autism Awareness Race Saturday April 27th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday April 27th as the Speedway will present the Autism Awareness Race with racing in 604 Crate Late Model, 602 Crate Late Model, Limited Sportsman ($1,500), Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, Young Guns, and Thunder Bomber. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

April 27th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $15 / Pits $30

Cherokee Speedway Saturday April 20th Autism Awareness Race Postponed
 

The Autism Awareness Race and all events scheduled for Saturday April 20th at Cherokee Speedway has been postponed due to the weather. Rain showers continue to fall over the Speedway. We are looking at rescheduling the event for next Saturday night April 27th.

Cherokee Speedway Presents Autism Awareness Race Saturday April 20th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday April 20th as the Speedway will present the Autism Awareness Race with racing in 604 Crate Late Model, Limited Sportsman ($1,500), Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, Young Guns, Thunder Bomber, and 602 Open Wheel Modified. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow. The Speedway will also be having Easter activities for the kids on April 20th.

April 20th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $15 / Pits $30

Attention All Divisions: As the deal for the "3rd Annual Autism Awareness Race" continues to grow; Drawing will be open until the usual 6:50 PM, but drivers meeting has been moved up to 6:30 PM. We know it is Easter weekend and we have got to get started early as possible.

Cherokee Speedway Will Host "Fan Appreciation Night" Saturday April 13th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday April 13th as the Speedway will  host "Fan Appreciation Night" with racing in 604 Crate Late Model, 602 Crate Late Model, Limited Sportsman, Crate Sportsman, Renegade ($1,000), Extreme 4, Young Guns, and Thunder Bomber. Admission will only be $5 in the grandstands. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

April 13th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $5 / Pits $25

USCS Sprint Car Series Returns To Cherokee Speedway Saturday April 6th Including 7 Support Divisions

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing Saturday April 6th with the first points event of 2019 as the USCS Sprint Car Series makes their return to "The Place Your Mama Warned About" along with racing in 604 Crate Late Model, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, Extreme 4, Young Guns, Thunder Bomber, and 602 Open Wheel Modified. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

For further information on the USCS Sprint Car Series visit the series online at www.uscsracing.com .

April 6th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $20 / Pits $30

Cherokee Speedway Presents The FUEL Racing Series And More Saturday March 30th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing Saturday March 30th with the return of the FUEL Racing Series along with racing in 602 Crate Late Model, Crate Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, and Thunder Bomber. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

For further information on the FUEL Racing Series visit the series online at www.fuelracingseries.com .

March 30th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $18 / Pits $30

Cherokee Speedway Set To Complete The Annual March Madness Event Sunday March 24th; Open Practice Saturday March 23rd

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Sunday March 24th as the Speedway is set to host its completion of the annual "March Madness" event in honor of Ginger Owens "GIGISTRONG" headlined by the Southern All Stars Series paying $12,000 to win. The event was originally scheduled for March 1st - 3rd, but with bad weather and rain the final day of the annual "March Madness" event had to be rescheduled till Sunday March 24th. The Speedway will also have a open practice day prior to the event which will be held on Saturday March 23rd with gates opening at 4:00 PM and open practice from 6:00 PM till 9:00 PM.

Sunday March 24th race program will include the Southern All Stars Series ($12,000 / $600 To Start), SECA 604 Crate Late Model ($1,200), Crate Sportsman ($700), Limited Sportsman ($1,000), Stock 4 ($700), and Thunder Bomber ($700). Gates will open at 10:00 AM on Sunday with drivers meeting set for 12:30 PM and racing to follow.

March 23rd & 24th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands FREE / Pits $15

(Sunday) Grandstands $25 / Pits $40

Cherokee Speedway is located at 153 Speedway Road in Gaffney, South Carolina (29341) conveniently off I-85 Exit 96.

For further information on some of the sanctioning bodies competing at the annual "March Madness" event please check the following:

Southern All Stars Series - www.sasdirt.com

South Eastern Crate Association - www.secaracing.com

Cherokee Speedway Saturday March 2nd Events Still On; March 3rd Events Rescheduled For Sunday March 24th

All racing scheduled for the "March Madness" event held on Saturday March 2nd at Cherokee Speedway is still on. All racing scheduled for Sunday March 3rd has been rescheduled for Sunday March 24th due to the weather forecasted for Sunday.

Cherokee Speedway March 2nd race program will include the Southeastern Late Model Sportsman Series ($2,000), Thunder Series Late Models ($1,500), Renegade ($600), Extreme 4 ($500) / Extreme 4 Qual., Young Guns ($500), and Pure Stock ($500), and Thunder Bomber. Gates will open at 11:00 AM on Saturday with drivers meeting set for 1:00 PM and racing to follow.

Cherokee Speedway Open Practice For Friday March 1st Postponed

Open practice scheduled for Friday March 1st at Cherokee Speedway has been postponed due to the current weather forecast and rain. Currently racing scheduled for Saturday March 2nd and Sunday March 3rd for the annual "March Madness" event are still on as scheduled.

Cherokee Speedway Set To Host Annual March Madness Event March 1st - 3rd

Cherokee Speedway is set to host its annual March Madness event in honor of Ginger Owens "GIGISTRONG" headlined by the Southern All Stars Series paying $12,000 to win March 1st - 3rd. Join us for three days of exciting on track action at "The Place Your Mama Warned You About".

Open practice for all divisions will be held on Friday March 1st with gates opening at 4:00 PM and open practice from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Saturday March 2nd race program will include the Southeastern Late Model Sportsman Series ($2,000), Thunder Series Late Models ($1,500), Renegade ($600), Extreme 4 ($500) / Extreme 4 Qual., Young Guns ($500), and Pure Stock ($500), and Thunder Bomber. Gates will open at 11:00 AM on Saturday with drivers meeting set for 1:00 PM and racing to follow.

Sunday March 3rd race program will include the Southern All Stars Series ($12,000 / $600 To Start), SECA 604 Crate Late Model ($1,200), Crate Sportsman ($700), Stock 4 ($700), and Thunder Bomber ($700). Gates will open at 10:00 AM on Sunday with drivers meeting set for 12:30 PM and racing to follow.

2019 March Madness Admission Prices:

(Friday) Grandstands FREE / Pits $15

(Saturday) Grandstands $15 / Pits $30

(Sunday) Grandstands $25 / Pits $40

(2 Day Pass) Grandstands $35 / Pits $65

Cherokee Speedway is located at 153 Speedway Road in Gaffney, South Carolina (29341) conveniently off I-85 Exit 96.

For further information on some of the sanctioning bodies competing at the annual "March Madness" event please check the following:

Southern All Stars Series - www.sasdirt.com
Thunder Series Late Models - www.thunderdirtseries.com

South Eastern Crate Association - www.secaracing.com

Southeastern Late Model Sportsman Series - Facebook Page

Cherokee Speedway Sunday February 24th Race Postponed

All racing scheduled for Sunday February 24th at Cherokee Speedway has been postponed due to the weather. Hope to see everyone Sunday evening to honor Ginger Owens and support the Owens family. Cherokee Speedway will return to racing next week as we prepare for the "GIGISTRONG March Madness". Hope to see everyone at "The Place Your Mama Warned You About". Next weeks event will kick off Friday March 1st (Weather Permitting) with open practice along with racing on Saturday March 2nd and Sunday March 3rd. 

Cherokee Speedway Kicks Off 2019 Race Season Sunday February 24th

Cherokee Speedway "The Place Your Mama Warned You About" will kick off it's 2019 race season Sunday February 24th with racing in 604 Crate Late Model, Limited Sportsman, Crate Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, Young Guns, and Thunder Bomber. Gates will open at 11:00 AM with drivers meeting at 1:00 PM and racing to follow. Come out Sunday and join us as we bring in the 2019 race season with eight exciting divisions on racing.

February 24th Admission Prices:

(Sunday) Grandstands $13 / Pits $25

Cherokee Speedway To Host Open Practice Saturday February 16th

Cherokee Speedway will host a open practice for all divisions on Saturday February 16th to prepare for the 2019 race season. Gates will open at 11:00 AM with practice from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Admission will be $15 in the pits and free in the grandstands.

Cherokee Speedway 2018 Season Awards Banquet Set For January 12th At The Gaffney National Guard

Cherokee Speedway is pleased to announce the awards banquet for the 2018 race season. The banquet will be held at the Gaffney National Guard located in Gaffney, South Carolina at 410 Hampshire Drive. The date of the banquet is January 12th. People are welcome to arrive at 6 PM. Food will be served at 7 PM. and recognition of the 2018 top 5 in all divisions will begin at 8 PM. SECA will also be having their awards starting at 4 PM. Everyone is welcome to attend this as well just please be mindful and respectful if you arrive between 4 and 6. It is an honor to have the support and commitment of our 2018 drivers and we look forward to seeing everyone at the banquet. Tickets for the 2018 Cherokee Speedway banquet are available for $20 per person in advance or $25 per person at the door. Tickets bought in advance must be purchased by January 4th. Please make checks payable to Cherokee Speedway. You may mail your check and information to the following address:

Scott Childress
36 Old Standing Springs Rd
Greenville, SC 29605

Cherokee Speedway 2018 Race Season Comes To A Close

The 2018 race season at Cherokee Speedway has come to a close. Cherokee Speedway would like to thank all drivers, fans, and sponsors for their support throughout the 2018 race season. Congratulations to all of our champions.

Cherokee Speedway 2018 Track Champions:

SECA Crate Late Model: Trent Ivey

SECA Crate Sportsman: John Price
Limited Sportsman: Danny Tessnier

Renegade: Dustin Taylor

Stock 4: Nick Walker

Extreme 4: Scott Cloninger

Young Guns: Curtis Bishop

SECA Thunder Bomber: Perry Waters

SECA Pure Stock: Nathan Pierce

Cherokee Speedway looks forward to seeing everyone back at "The Place Your Mama Warned You About" in 2019.

World Crown 4 Cylinder Nationals 2018 November 23rd, 24th, And 25th

Cherokee Speedway will present its annual "World Crown 4 Cylinder Nationals" November 23rd, 24th, And 25th featuring racing in MMSA Stock 4, KMSA 4 Cylinder, Extreme 4, SCDRA FWD, and Young Guns.

WC4CN Schedule / Procedure / Prices

Open Practice Friday November 23rd - Gates open 1:00 PM with practice from 3:00 PM till 7:00 PM. Teams have the option of having cars teched during this time.

Saturday November 24th -  Gates open 9:00 AM with drivers meeting at 1:00 PM SHARP! All cars must be registered, entry fees paid, and signed in before drivers meeting Saturday. Transponder fee $10.

Tech inspection line will open at 9:30 AM. Tech line will close at 12:30 PM. All cars must be in tech line by 12:30 PM. If not then the car will not be allowed to qualify and will start in the rear of a heat race. All cars will be qualified and must be ready when division is called to staging. If any car fails to show for qualifying, that car will forfeit the effort and will start in the rear of a heat race.

Sunday November 25th - Gates open 11:00 AM with drivers meeting at 12:30 PM SHARP!

$10 Transponder Rental Fee for all divisions, unless you have your own transponder. If so, you will need to sign in your transponder number at registration. Raceivers are Mandatory! Track does not supply, it is the driver's responsibility to possess Raceiver.

The line up for mains will be determined through qualifying, heats, consi's and provisionals as follows:

MMSA Stock 4 - $100 Entry Fee / $4,000 To Win / $250 To Start. All cars will qualify to set heats (4 Heats). All cars will run a heat race. We will take 4 cars from each heat and they will advance to main (16 Cars). Sunday there will be 2 Consi's with top 3 advancing to main (22 Cars). Provisional for 23rd spot will be from the 4 Cyl. Shakedown Full Field Qualifier (11-11-18). 24th spot will be from fast time not making the field. 25th spot will go to track points. 26th spot will go to longest towing RACE CAR not making the field (Out Of Carolinas). 50 Lap Main.

KMSA 4 Cylinder - $3,000 To Win / $250 To Start. Normal KMSA registration, entry fee, and race procedure. 40 Lap Main.

Extreme 4 - $50 Entry Fee / $2,000 To Win / $125 To Start. All cars will qualify to set heats (4 Heats). All cars will run a heat race. We will take 4 cars from each heat and they will advance to main (16 Cars). Sunday there will be 2 Consi's with top 3 cars advancing to main (22 Cars). 23rd spot will be track points. 24th spot will be from 4 Cyl. Shakedown Full Field Qualifier (11-11-18). 30 Lap Main.

SCDRA FWD - $75 Entry Fee / $3,000 To Win / $150 To Start. Normal SCDRA registration and race procedure. 40 Lap Main.

Young Guns - $25 Entry Fee / $1,500 To Win / $100 To Start. All cars will qualify to set heats (4 Heats). All cars will run a heat race. We will take 4 cars from each heat and they will advance to main (16 Cars). Sunday there will be 2 Consi's with top 3 advancing to main (22 cars). 25 Lap Main.

Young Guns - A copy of your birth certificate or driver's license will need to be turned in at registration. Please remember to bring this!

WC4CN Admission Prices:

Friday - Stands Free / Pits $20
Saturday - Stands $15 / Pits $25
Sunday - Stands $15 / Pits $35
2 Day Pass - Stands $25
3 Day Pass - Pits $70

MMSA Stock 4 - $4000, $2000, $1000, $700, $600, $500, $400, $300, $250 Thru Field

KMSA 4 Cylinder - $3000, $1600, $1100, $800, $600, $500, $400, $300, $250 Thru Field

Extreme 4 - $2000, $1000, $700, $500, $450, $400, $350, $300, $250, $200, $125 Thru Field

SCDRA FWD - $3000, $1500, $1000, $750, $600, $500, $400, $300, $250, $200, $150 Thru Field

Young Guns - $1500, $750, $500, $400, $350, $300, $250, $200, $150, $125, $100 Thru Field

Cherokee Speedway Presents The "28th Annual Blue Gray 100" Sunday November 18th

Cherokee Speedway will present the "28th Annual Blue Gray 100" Sunday November 18th with the return of the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series paying $10,000 to win. The event will be the season finale for the Carolina Clash Tour in 2018 and a Champion will be crowned.

Cherokee Speedway Sunday November 18th "28th Annual Blue Gray 100" program will include the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series paying $10,000 to win along with racing in the Southeastern Late Model Sportsman Series, SECA Crate Sportsman, Limited Sportsman, and SECA Thunder Bomber. Gates will open at 10:00 AM with drivers meeting at 1:00 PM and racing to follow. Driver registration will be held starting at 11:30 AM till 12:50 PM.

Past "Blue Gray 100" Winners Include: 1991 Freddy Smith, 1992 Scott Bloomquist, 1993 Donnie Moran, 1994 Scott Bloomquist, 1995 Donnie Moran, 1996 Scott Bloomquist, 1997 Clint Smith, 1998 Jack Pennington, 1999 Freddy Smith, 2000 Freddy Smith, 2001 Steve Lucas, 2002 Jeff Cooke, 2003 Petey Ivey, 2004 Chris Madden, 2005 Randy Weaver, 2006 Chris Madden, 2007 Jimmy Owens, 2008 Randall Chupp, 2009 Dale McDowell, 2010 Chris Madden, 2011 Jonathan Davenport, 2012 Mike Marlar, 2013 Chris Madden, 2014 Scott Bloomquist, 2015 Chris Madden, 2016 Darrell Lanigan, 2017 Darrell Lanigan

For further information on the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series visit the series online at www.carolinaclash.com .

For further information on the Southeastern Late Model Sportsman Series visit their Facebook Page .

November 18th Admission Prices:

(Sunday) Grandstands $25 / Pits $40

Cherokee Speedway Presents The SECA SRI Topless Tour Along With WC4CN Qualifier Events Sunday November 11th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Sunday November 11th as the Speedway will present the SECA SRI Topless Tour / SECA Crate Late Models paying $2,000 to win along with racing in Renegade, SECA Thunder Bomber and the WC4CN Qualifier events for MMSA Stock 4, Extreme 4, and Young Guns. Gates will open at 11:00 AM with drivers meeting at 1:00 PM and racing to follow. Driver registration will be held starting at 11:30 AM till 12:50 PM.

For further information on the South Eastern Crate Association visit them online at www.secaracing.com .

November 11th Admission Prices:

(Sunday) Grandstands $15 / Pits $30

Cherokee Speedway OFF October 28th

Reminder: Cherokee Speedway will be OFF on Sunday October 28th. For several different reasons including conflicts with other major events in the area the USCS North vs. South Challenge event originally scheduled for Sunday October 28th at Cherokee Speedway in Gaffney, South Carolina has been canceled. The event has been rescheduled on the 2019 USCS Schedule for Saturday April 6th at Cherokee Speedway. The next event scheduled for Cherokee Speedway is set for Sunday November 11th as the Speedway will present the SECA SRI Topless Tour / SECA Crate Late Models paying $2,000 to win along with racing in Renegade, SECA Thunder Bomber and the WC4CN Qualifier events for MMSA Stock 4, Extreme 4, and Young Guns.

Cherokee Speedway Presents The "2nd Annual V-8 Tribal Nationals" October 4th, 5th, & 6th

Cherokee Speedway will present the "2nd Annual V-8 Tribal Nationals" October 4th, 5th, and 6th featuring racing in the FUEL Racing Series,  Thunder Series 602 Late Models, SECA Open Wheel Modified, 604 SECA Crate Late Model, SECA Crate Sportsman, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, SECA Thunder Bomber, and SECA Pure Stock. The action will kick off Thursday October 4th with open practice for all divisions along with racing on Friday October 5th and Saturday October 6th.

"2nd Annual V-8 Tribal Nationals" Event Details:

Thursday October 4th - Open Practice for all divisions. Pit admission will be $15 with FREE admission in the grandstands. Gates will open at 5:00 PM with open practice from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM.

Friday October 5th - Qualifying and Heats for the following divisions: SECA Crate Sportsman, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, and SECA Thunder Bomber. Fridays line up will also feature full programs for the 604 SECA Crate Late Model and SECA Pure Stock divisions. Pit admission will be $25 with grandstand admission $10. Gates will open at 4:00 PM with the drivers meeting set for 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

Saturday October 6th - B Mains (If Needed) and Features for the following divisions: SECA Crate Sportsman ($2,000), Limited Sportsman ($2,000), Renegade ($2,000), and SECA Thunder Bomber ($2,000). Saturdays line up will also feature full programs for the Thunder Series 602 Late Models ($1,500), FUEL Racing Series ($2,500), and SECA Open Wheel Modified ($1,000). Pit admission will be $35 with grandstand admission $20. Gates will open at 3:00 PM with the drivers meeting set for 6:00 PM and racing to follow.

Kids 10 and Under Free!

Note: There will be NO ENTRY FEE on Friday or Saturday for the following divisions: SECA Crate Sportsman, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, SECA Thunder Bomber, and SECA Pure Stock.

The rain date for this event if needed is October 18th, 19th, and 20th.

For further information on some of the sanctioning bodies competing at the "2nd Annual V-8 Tribal Nationals" please check the following:

Fuel Racing Series - www.fuelracingseries.com
Thunder Series Late Models - www.thunderdirtseries.com

South Eastern Crate Association - www.secaracing.com

Cherokee Speedway Presents "Driver Appreciation Night" Saturday September 22nd

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday September 22nd as the Speedway will present "Driver Appreciation Night" with racing in SECA Crate Late Model, SECA Crate Sportsman, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, Young Guns, SECA Thunder Bomber, and SECA Pure Stock (Qualifying Races For V-8 Tribal Nationals). Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow. September 22nd event will also be our last points race for the 2018 race season at Cherokee Speedway. Who will claim their spot as a Champion; Come out and join us Saturday September 22nd at "The Place Your Mama Warned You About" so you don't miss out!

September 22nd Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $12 / Pits $25

Cherokee Speedway Saturday September 15th Race Postponed

All racing scheduled for Saturday September 15th at Cherokee Speedway has been postponed due to the current weather forecasted for the weekend due to parts of Hurricane Florence. Cherokee Speedway would like to thank everyone for their understanding in the cancellation of Saturdays event. The United Sprint Car Series is currently working with the Speedway in a effort to find a suitable date to reschedule their event. Be safe and know our prayers are with all affected by this situation.

United Sprint Car Series Returns To Cherokee Speedway Saturday September 15th

Cherokee Speedway will be taking off on Saturday September 8th and will return to racing on Saturday September 15th with the return of the United Sprint Car Series along with racing in SECA 602 Open Wheel Modified, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, Young Guns, and SECA Thunder Bomber. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

September 15th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $20 / Pits $30

For further information on the United Sprint Car Series visit the series online at www.uscsracing.com .

Cherokee Speedway Presents The Annual "Hall Of Fame Race" With The Return Of The Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series Sunday September 2nd

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Sunday September 2nd as the the Speedway will present the Annual "Hall Of Fame Race" with the return of the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series paying $5,000 to win along with racing in SECA Crate Late Model ($1,000), SECA Crate Sportsman ($700), Limited Sportsman ($1,500), Renegade ($700), MMSA Stock 4 ($1,200), Extreme 4 ($500), and SECA Thunder Bomber ($800). 

Gates will open at 4:00 PM. Drivers meeting is set for 7:00 PM with racing set to begin at 8:00 PM.

For further information on the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series visit the series online at www.carolinaclash.com .

September 2nd Admission Prices:

(Sunday) Grandstands $20 / Pits $30

Kids 10 & Under Free

Cherokee Speedway Presents "Fan Appreciation Night" Saturday August 25th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday August 25th as the Speedway will present the make up event for our "Fan Appreciation Night" with racing in SECA Crate Late Model, SECA Crate Sportsman, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, Young Guns, SECA Thunder Bomber, and SECA Pure Stock. Admission will only be $5 in the grandstands. Armbands and tickets from the August 18th event will be honored on Saturday August 25th. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

August 25th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $5 / Pits $25

Cherokee Speedway "Fan Appreciation Night" Rained Out

All racing for Saturday August 18th at Cherokee Speedway was rained out. Armbands and tickets from August 18th will be honored on Saturday August 25th.

Cherokee Speedway Presents "Fan Appreciation Night" Saturday August 18th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday August 18th as the Speedway will present "Fan Appreciation Night" with racing in SECA Crate Late Model, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, Young Guns, SECA Thunder Bomber, and Sprint Cars. Admission will only be $5 in the grandstands. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

August 18th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $5 / Pits $25

The Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series Returns To Cherokee Speedway Saturday August 11th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday August 11th as the Speedway will host the annual "Stick Elliott Memorial" event with the return of the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series as they battle it out around Cherokee Speedway for a $5,000 payday.

Saturday August 11th race program will include racing in the Carolina Super Late Model Series ($5,000), SECA Crate Sportsman, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, Extreme 4, Young Guns, SECA Thunder Bomber, SECA Pure Stock, and 602 Open Wheel Modified. 

Gates will open at 4:30 PM. Drivers meeting is set for 7:00 PM with racing set to begin at 8:00 PM.

For further information on the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series visit the series online at www.carolinaclash.com .

August 11th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $20 / Pits $30

Cherokee Speedway To Host Dirt Cup Challenge DIRTcar UMP Modified Tour And More Saturday August 4th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday August 4th as the Speedway will host the return of the Dirt Cup Challenge DIRTcar UMP Modified Tour paying $2,000 to win along with racing in SECA Crate Late Model, SECA Crate Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, Young Guns, and SECA Thunder Bomber. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

For further information on The Dirt Cup Challenge DIRTcar UMP Modified Tour visit their Facebook Page .

August 4th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $15 / Pits $30

Cherokee Speedway Presents "Peach Festival" Event With The Return Of The FUEL Racing Series Saturday July 28th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday July 28th as the Speedway will present the "Peach Festival" event with the return of the FUEL Racing Series paying $2,500 to win.

July 28th race program will include the FUEL Racing Series ($2,500), SECA Crate Sportsman ($600), Limited Sportsman ($900), Renegade ($600), Stock 4 ($600), Extreme 4 ($500), Young Guns ($400), SECA Thunder Bomber ($600), and SECA Pure Stock ($500). Gates will open at 4:00 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

For further information on the FUEL Racing Series visit the series online at www.fuelracingseries.com .

July 28th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $15 / Pits $30

Ticket stubs and armbands from July 21st rained out event can be used as a credit toward Saturdays July 28th admission.

Cherokee Speedway "Fan Appreciation Night" Rained Out

All racing for Saturday July 21st at Cherokee Speedway was rained out. We appreciate everyone supporting us on a night when there was a chance of rain so we want to make sure that we give everyone plenty of time to use their bands. But please hang on to your band and bring it with you when you come back! Thank You. You can use your band and pay the difference for the next two races or we are doing another fan appreciation night on August 18th and you can use it then.

Cherokee Speedway Presents "Fan Appreciation Night" Saturday July 21st

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday July 21st as the Speedway will present "Fan Appreciation Night" with racing in SECA Crate Late Model, SECA Crate Sportsman, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, Young Guns, SECA Thunder Bomber, and SECA Pure Stock. Admission will only be $5 in the grandstands. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

July 21st Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $5 / Pits $25

The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Returns To Cherokee Speedway Friday July 6th For The 20th Annual "Grassy Smith Memorial" Event

Cherokee Speedway will kick off the month of July Friday July 6th with the return of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series paying $12,000 to win in the 20th Annual" Grassy Smith Memorial" event. July 6th race program will also include racing in SECA Crate Late Model ($1,200), Renegade ($700), SECA Thunder Bomber ($700), 602 Open Wheel Modified ($1,000), and SCDRA FWD ($700). Gates will open at 3:00 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

For further information on the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series visit the series online at www.lucasdirt.com .

July 6th Admission Prices:

(Friday) Grandstands $25 / Pits $40

Cherokee Speedway To Host SECA Crate Sportsman River Wars And More Saturday June 30th

Cherokee Speedway will return on Saturday June 30th as the Speedway will host racing in SECA Crate Sportsman River Wars ($1,500), SECA Crate Late Model ($1,500), Limited Sportsman ($1,000), Renegade ($1,500), Stock 4 ($600), Extreme 4 ($600), Young Guns ($500), and SECA Thunder Bomber ($700). The Speedway will also host a fireworks show at 10:00 PM. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

June 30th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $15 / Pits $30

Cherokee Speedway Presents "Fan Appreciation Night" Saturday June 23rd

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday June 23rd as the Speedway will present "Fan Appreciation Night" as the No Bull Sprint Cars invade Cherokee Speedway along with eight other divisions of action packed racing. Admission will only be $5 in the grandstands. "Fan Appreciation Night" will be sponsored by Best Pizza In Town, Performance Automotive, SRI Performance, and Fortunes Grading and Footing. June 23rd race program will include No Bull Sprint Cars, SECA Crate Late Model, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, Young Guns, SECA Thunder Bomber, and SECA Pure Stock. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

June 23rd Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $5 / Pits $25

Cherokee Speedway Returns To Racing Saturday June 16th With Nine Divisions Of Racing

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday June 16th as the Speedway will host racing in SECA Crate Late Model, SECA Crate Sportsman, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Young Guns, SECA Thunder Bomber, SECA Pure Stock, and SCDRA FWD. The highest finishing stock Extreme 4 in SCDRA will receive $100 bonus. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

June 16th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $12 / Pits $25

Cherokee Speedway Returns To Racing Saturday June 9th With Nine Divisions Of Racing Along With 602 Open Wheel Modified

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday June 9th as the Speedway will host racing in SECA Crate Late Model, SECA Crate Sportsman, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, Young Guns, SECA Thunder Bomber, and 602 Open Wheel Modified. The 602 Open Wheel Modified division will follow SECA Crate Modified rules which can be found at www.secaracing.com . Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

June 9th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $12 / Pits $25

Cherokee Speedway Presents 500'S Night Saturday June 2nd Along With Double Mains For SECA Thunder Bomber

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday June 2nd as the Speedway will host 500'S night along with double mains for the SECA Thunder Bomber division paying $500 to win each. All divisions will be paying $500 to win. June 2nd race program will include racing in SECA Crate Sportsman ($500), Renegade ($500), Extreme 4 ($500), Young Guns ($500), SECA Thunder Bomber ($500), and SECA Pure Stock ($500). Gates will open at 5:00 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

June 2nd Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $12 / Pits $25

The Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series And MMSA Returns To Cherokee Speedway Sunday May 27th For The Annual "Mike Butler Memorial" Event

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Sunday May 27th as the Speedway will host the "Mike Butler Memorial" event with the return of the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series as they battle it out around Cherokee Speedway for a $5,000 payday along with $500 to start. The Monster Mini Stock Association will also be on the race program as MMSA competitors go door to door for a $1,200 payday.

Sunday May 27th race program will include racing in the Carolina Super Late Model Series ($5,000), Monster Mini Stock Association ($1,200), SECA Crate Late Model, SECA Crate Sportsman, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, Extreme 4, and SECA Thunder Bomber.

Gates open at 4:00 PM. Drivers meeting is set for 7:00 PM with racing set to begin at 8:00 PM.

For further information on the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series visit the series online at www.carolinaclash.com .

For further information on the Monster Mini Stock Association visit them online at www.mmsastock4.com .

May 27th Admission Prices:

(Sunday) Grandstands $20 / Pits $30

Cherokee Speedway Presents Colt's Ford 2018 Dynamite Tour Saturday May 26th

Cherokee Speedway will present Colt's Ford 2018 Dynamite Tour Saturday May 26th at the Speedway. Concert time 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Tickets will be $40.00 (Per Ticket). Gates will open at 5:00 PM.

For further information on Colt Ford or Colt's Ford 2018 Dynamite Tour visit www.coltford.com .

Cherokee Speedway Presents The SECA SRI Topless Tour And More Saturday May 19th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday May 19th as the Speedway will present the first event of the 2018 race season for the  SECA SRI Topless Tour paying $2,000 to win. Cherokee Speedway will also be adding bonus money in all divisions on May 19th.

Saturday May 19th race program will include the SECA Topless Tour (SECA Crate Late Model), SECA Crate Sportsman, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, Young Guns, SECA Thunder Bomber, and SECA Pure Stock. Gates will open at 5:00 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

For further information on the South Eastern Crate Association visit them online at www.secaracing.com .

May 19th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $15 / Pits $30

The World Of Outlaws Late Model Series Returns To Cherokee Speedway Friday May 4th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Friday May 4th as the Speedway will host the return of the World Of Outlaws Late Model Series as they battle it out around Cherokee Speedway for a $10,000 payday.

Friday May 4th race program will include racing in the World Of Outlaws Late Model Series ($10,000), SECA Crate Late Model ($1,500), SECA Crate Sportsman ($800), Renegade ($800), and SECA Thunder Bomber ($800).

Pit gates will open at 1:00 PM with grandstand gates opening at 3:00 PM. Drivers meeting is set for 7:00 PM with racing to follow.

For further information on the World Of Outlaws Late Model Series visit the series online at www.worldofoutlaws.com .

May 4th Admission Prices:

(Friday) Grandstands $25 / Pits $40

Cherokee Speedway Returns To Racing Saturday April 28th With $1,500 To Win Renegade And $1,000 To Win SECA Pure Stock

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday April 28th as the Speedway will host racing in SECA Crate Late Model, SECA Crate Sportsman, Limited Sportsman, Renegade ($1,500), Stock 4, Extreme 4, Young Guns, SECA Thunder Bomber, and SECA Pure Stock ($1,000).

The Renegade division will be having a special event on April 28th as drivers go door to door for a $1,500 payday. The SECA Pure Stock division will also be having a special event as those drivers will battle it out for $1,000 payday.

Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

April 28th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $12 / Pits $25

Cherokee Speedway To Host Its "Autism Awareness" Event Saturday April 21st

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing on Saturday April 21st as the Speedway will host its "Autism Awareness" event with racing in SECA Crate Late Model, SECA Crate Sportsman, Limited Sportsman ($1,500), Renegade, Extreme 4, Young Guns, SECA Thunder Bomber, and SECA Pure Stock. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

April 21st Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $12 / Pits $25

The FUEL Racing Series, Dirt Cup Challenge DIRTcar UMP Modified Tour, And More Saturday April 14th At Cherokee Speedway

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing Saturday April 14th as the FUEL Racing Series makes their return to Cherokee Speedway for what will be their 2018 season opener. FUEL competitors will battle around Cherokee Speedway for a $2,500 payday. The Dirt Cup Challenge DIRTcar UMP Modified Tour will also be action this weekend at the Speedway for a $2,000 payday. April 14th race program will include the FUEL Racing Series, SECA Crate Sportsman, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Young Guns, SECA Pure Stock, and Dirt Cup Challenge DIRTcar UMP Modified. Gates will open at 4:00 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing set to begin at 8:00 PM.

For further information on the FUEL Racing Series visit the series online at www.fuelracingseries.com .

For further information on The Dirt Cup Challenge DIRTcar UMP Modified Tour visit their Facebook Page .

April 14th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $20 / Pits $30

Cherokee Speedway April 7th Event Rescheduled For Sunday April 8th

With rain in the forecast all day Saturday April 7th and temperatures being in the 30's or lower at night Cherokee Speedway has rescheduled all racing along with our first points race of the 2018 season to Sunday April 8th. The race program for April 8th will be action packed with racing in SECA Crate Late Model, SECA Crate Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, Young Guns, SECA Thunder Bomber, and SECA Pure Stock. Don't miss the action Sunday April 8th. Come join us and feel the excitement of weekly racing at its best. Gates will open at 11:00 AM with drivers meeting at 1:00 PM and racing set to begin at 2:00 PM.

Limited Sportsman will be OFF. SECA Pure Stock will be racing for regular purse ($1,000 to win rescheduled to April 21st).

April 8th Admission Prices:

(Sunday) Grandstands $12 / Pits $25

Cherokee Speedway Will Host First Weekly Points Race Of 2018 Saturday April 7th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing Saturday April 7th as the Speedway will host its first weekly point race of the 2018 race season. The race program for April 7th will be action packed with racing in SECA Crate Late Model, SECA Crate Sportsman, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, Young Guns, SECA Thunder Bomber, and SECA Pure Stock. Don't miss the action Saturday April 7th. Come join us and feel the excitement of weekly racing at its best. Gates will open at 4:30 PM with drivers meeting at 7:00 PM and racing to follow.

April 7th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $12 / Pits $25

Cherokee Speedway To Host Annual Bill Hendren Memorial Make Up Event Saturday March 31st

Cherokee Speedway will host the annual "Bill Hendren Memorial" event on Saturday March 31st featuring the SECA Crate Late Model division paying $5,000 to win along with racing in SECA Crate Sportsman, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, Young Guns, and SECA Thunder Bomber ($2,500). Gates will open at 4:00 PM with drivers meeting at 6:00 PM and racing to follow.

March 31st Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $15 / Pits $30

The Annual Bill Hendren Memorial Event Scheduled For Saturday March 24th Has Been Postponed

Due to the current weather forecast and rain the annual "Bill Hendren Memorial" event along with all racing at Cherokee Speedway scheduled for Saturday March 24th has been postponed. The event will be rescheduled for Saturday March 31st.

Cherokee Speedway March 24th Race Update

Cherokee Speedway will make a decision around 12 Noon today on if we will be able to get tonight's race in. We are currently trying our best and monitoring the current and future weather that is forecasted for tonight at the Speedway.

Cherokee Speedway To Host Annual Bill Hendren Memorial Event Saturday March 24th

Cherokee Speedway will host the annual "Bill Hendren Memorial" event on Saturday March 24th featuring the SECA Crate Late Model division paying $5,000 to win along with racing in SECA Crate Sportsman, Limited Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4, Extreme 4, Young Guns, SECA Thunder Bomber ($2,500), and SECA Pure Stock. Cherokee Speedway will also hold a open practice for all divisions on Friday March 23rd.

On Friday March 23rd gates will open at 5:00 PM with practice from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM.

On Saturday March 24th gates will open at 4:00 PM with drivers meeting at 6:00 PM and racing to follow.

March 23rd & 24th Admission Prices:

(Friday) Grandstands FREE / Pits $15

(Saturday) Grandstands $15 / Pits $30

Cherokee Speedway Presents The "Extreme 4 Showdown" Friday March 16th And Saturday March 17th

Cherokee Speedway will return to racing action on Friday March 16th and on Saturday March 17th as the Speedway will present the "Extreme 4 Showdown" with the Extreme 4 / SCDRA FWD division paying $5,000 to win. The race program will include Extreme 4 / SCDRA FWD ($5,000), SECA Crate Sportsman, Limited Sportsman ($1,000), Renegade, Stock 4, Young Guns, SECA Thunder Bomber, and SECA Pure Stock. All divisions will race for bonus money. Friday night the Speedway will host open practice for all divisions along with one round of qualifying for the Extreme 4 / SCDRA FWD division. Gates will open at 5:00 PM with practice starting at 7:00 PM. Saturday night all other competing divisions will be on hand for a full program along with the "Extreme 4 Showdown" main event. Gates will open at 4:00 PM with drivers meeting at 6:00 PM and racing to follow. For further information on the Sport Compact Dirt Racing Association visit them online at www.scdra.net .

March 16th & 17th Admission Prices:

(Friday) Grandstands FREE / Pits $15

(Saturday) Grandstands $15 / Pits $30

Cherokee Speedway To Host Annual March Madness Event Saturday March 3rd And Sunday March 4th

Cherokee Speedway will host its annual "March Madness" event on Saturday March 3rd and on Sunday March 4th featuring the Southern All Stars Series paying $12,000 to win along with the Southeastern Late Model Sportsman Series, Thunder Series Late Models, SECA Crate Late Model, SECA Crate Sportsman, Renegade, Stock 4,  Extreme 4 (SCDRA FWD), Young Guns, SECA Thunder Bomber, and SECA Pure Stock.

Saturday March 3rd race program will include racing in Southeastern Late Model Sportsman Series ($2,000), Thunder Series Late Models ($1,500), Renegade ($600), Extreme 4 / SCDRA FWD ($500), Young Guns ($400), and SECA Pure Stock ($500). The Extreme 4 / SCDRA FWD event will be a SCDRA qualifiers race. There will also be a open practice for Super Late Models and all other divisions on Saturday. Gates will open at 10:00 AM with drivers meeting at 1:00 PM and racing to follow.

Sunday March 4th race program will include racing in Southern All Stars Series ($12,000), SECA Crate Late Model ($1,500), SECA Crate Sportsman ($700), Stock 4 ($700), and SECA Thunder Bomber ($700). Gates will open at 10:00 AM with drivers meeting at 1:00 PM and racing to follow.

March 3rd & 4th Admission Prices:

(Saturday) Grandstands $15 / Pits $30

(Sunday) Grandstands $25 / Pits $40

(2 Day Pass) Grandstands $35 / Pits $65

For further information on some of the sanctioning bodies competing at "March Madness" please check the following:

Southern All Stars Series - www.sasdirt.com

Southeastern Late Model Sportsman Series - Facebook Page
Thunder Series Late Models - www.thunderdirtseries.com

Sports Compact Dirt Racing Association - www.scdra.net

South Eastern Crate Association - www.secaracing.com

Cherokee Speedway Sunday February 25th Race Cancelled

Due to rain and the current weather forecast the race event for Sunday February 25th at Cherokee Speedway has been cancelled. Racing will resume March 3rd & 4th for the annual March Madness event.

Cherokee Speedway 2018 Season Opener Set For Sunday February 25th With Eight Divisions Of Racing

Cherokee Speedway will kick off the 2018 race season on Sunday February 25th with racing in eight action packed divisions. The race program will include SECA Crate Late Model ($1,000), SECA Crate Sportsman ($500), Renegade ($500), Stock 4 ($500), Extreme 4 ($500), Young Guns ($500), SECA Thunder Bomber ($500), and SECA Pure Stock ($500). All gates will open at 11:00 AM with drivers meeting at 1:00 PM. Racing starts at 2:00 PM.

Kart Racing Returns To Cherokee Speedway Saturday February 24th With The "Maxxis Winter Nationals"

Cherokee Speedway will host Kart racing on Saturday February 24th with the "Maxxis Winter Nationals". All gates will open at 9:00 AM with practice beginning at 11:00 AM and racing to follow. The race program will include Clone Heavy ($1,000 To Win), Champ Heavy ($500 To Win), Clone 425 ($500 To Win), Clone Med, Clone Light, Clone 450, Charger 375, Pred 375, Pred 350, Pred 425, Champ Light, Charger 350, Charger 425,  JR 1, JR2, and JR3. For Tech Information and rules for the "Maxxis Winter Nationals" event held at Cherokee please click the following link: Winter Nationals Tech Information

Cherokee Speedway To Host Open Practice Sunday February 18th

Cherokee Speedway will host a open practice for all divisions on Sunday February 18th to prepare for the 2018 race season. Gates will open at 11:00 AM with practice from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Admission will be $15 in the pits and free in the grandstands.

"Maxxis Winter Nationals" Postponed And Rescheduled For Saturday February 24th

Due to the weather the "Maxxis Winter Nationals" Kart event for Saturday February 10th at Cherokee Speedway has been postponed for the second time. The event has been moved to Saturday February 24th.

Kart Racing Returns To Cherokee Speedway Saturday February 10th With The "Maxxis Winter Nationals"

Cherokee Speedway will host Kart racing on Saturday February 10th with the "Maxxis Winter Nationals". All gates will open at 9:00 AM with practice beginning at 11:00 AM and racing to follow. The race program will include Clone Heavy ($1,000 To Win), Champ Heavy ($500 To Win), Clone 425 ($500 To Win), Clone Med, Clone Light, Clone 450, Charger 375, Pred 375, Pred 350, Pred 425, Champ Light, Charger 350, Charger 425,  JR 1, JR2, and JR3. For Tech Information and rules for the "Maxxis Winter Nationals" event held at Cherokee please click the following link: Winter Nationals Tech Information

"Maxxis Winter Nationals" Postponed And Rescheduled For Saturday February 10th

The "Maxxis Winter Nationals" Kart event originally scheduled for Saturday January 20th at Cherokee Speedway has been postponed and rescheduled for Saturday February 10th. Due to the weather over the past few days track staff feel there is no way to get the track surface race able as well as get the parking areas in a good condition.

Kart Racing Returns To Cherokee Speedway Saturday January 20th With The "Maxxis Winter Nationals"

Cherokee Speedway will host Kart racing on Saturday January 20th with the "Maxxis Winter Nationals". All gates will open at 9:00 AM with practice beginning at 11:00 AM and racing to follow. The race program will include Clone Heavy ($1,000 To Win), Champ Heavy ($500 To Win), Clone 425 ($500 To Win), Clone Med, Clone Light, Clone 450, Charger 375, Pred 375, Pred 350, Pred 425, Champ Light, Charger 350, JR 1, JR2, and JR3. For Tech Information and rules please click the following link: Winter Nationals Tech Information
 

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