Get ready to experience the raw adrenaline and thunderous roar of engines at Thursday Night Street Drags, coming to Madison International Speedway on August 13, 2026! This electrifying drag racing event transforms the legendary speedway into a battleground where horsepower meets heart-stopping competition. The night promises non-stop action as drivers push their machines to the absolute limit on the facility’s purpose-built 300-foot drag strip, creating an intimate yet intense racing experience that puts spectators right in the middle of the action.
The evening features numerous brackets of thrilling ‘One on One’ drag racing, where competitors go head-to-head in elimination-style matchups that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the final pass. Whether you’re witnessing street-legal warriors, purpose-built dragsters, or weekend warriors testing their mettle, each bracket delivers its own unique flavor of high-octane excitement. The shorter 300-foot format means lightning-quick launches and blistering acceleration that happens right before your eyes, making every run a spectacular display of power and precision.
Beyond the racing action, Thursday Night Street Drags also showcases automotive artistry with the Shine N’ Show Contest, where participants display their prized rides in a celebration of craftsmanship, creativity, and automotive passion. This perfect complement to the racing gives attendees the chance to get up close with some truly impressive machines and meet the dedicated enthusiasts behind them. From gleaming paint jobs to custom modifications, the show portion adds another dimension to an already packed evening of entertainment.
Whether you’re a seasoned drag racing veteran or new to the sport, Thursday Night Street Drags at Madison International Speedway offers an authentic, grassroots racing experience that captures the true spirit of drag racing. The combination of competitive racing, automotive showcase, and the electric atmosphere of Thursday night competition creates an event that celebrates everything great about motorsports culture. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness speed, skill, and automotive passion collide in one unforgettable evening of racing action.
Madison International Speedway
Madison International Speedway, 1122, Sunrise Road, Town of Rutland, Oregon, Dane County, Wisconsin, 53575, United States, Oregon, WI, 53575
