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NHRA Route 66 Nationals
16
May
Date
16 May (Saturday)
Time
Sat, May 16 – Sun, May 17
Venue
Route 66 Raceway, W Schweitzer Rd
Elwood, IL, United States
📝 Useful Information
The Gerber Collision & Glass NHRA Route 66 Nationals presented by PEAK Performance is scheduled to take place from May 14 to May 17, 2026, at Route 66 Raceway in Elwood (Joliet), Illinois. This event is a key stop in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series and marks the track's continued hosting of premier Midwest motorsports following its 25th-anniversary celebration in 2025.
While specific session times for 2026 are subject to final confirmation, the standard national event structure is as follows:
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Event Details
2026 Daily Schedule (Projected)
Ticket Information
•Venue: Route 66 Raceway, located at 500 Speedway Blvd, Elwood, IL 60421.
•Route 66 Raceway
•Race Categories: The event features high-speed competition in Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock, and Pro Stock Motorcycle.
•Fan Experience: Tickets include a pit pass, allowing fans to see teams service 11,000-horsepower cars, meet drivers for autographs, and explore the Manufacturers Midway.
•Special Features: Previous years have included "Drag and Drive" exhibitions and the fan-favorite SealMaster NHRA Track Walk.
•Thursday, May 14: Sportsman qualifying and early registration.
•Friday, May 15: Sportsman eliminations and two rounds of Professional qualifying.
•Saturday, May 16: Final two rounds of Professional qualifying to set the race ladders.
•Sunday, May 17: Final eliminations starting in the morning, concluding with the Winner's Circle celebration.
•Pricing: Tickets for single days typically start around $57–$95 for early sessions and increase for the main elimination rounds on Sunday.
•Youth Policy: Children 12 and under are free in general admission areas with a paid adult.
•Purchase: Tickets can be purchased directly through the NHRA Ticket Office or authorized resellers like Vivid Seats and Event Tickets Center.
•NHRA Ticket Office
Updated at 23 Mar 2026
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