WEEDSPORT, NY (April 30, 2026) – Due to unseasonably cool temperatures forecasted for the evening of Sunday, May 3, Weedsport Speedway officials have elected to move all start times for the Icebreaker 50 ahead by two hours, with racing now slated for 4 p.m.
The time adjustment will see pit gates open at 1 p.m. with grandstand gates scheduled to swing open at 2 p.m. The day’s racing card which includes the $5,000 to win Icebreaker 50 for DIRTcar Big Block Modifieds, as well as the DIRTcar Sportsman Series Central Region opener and the Empire Street Stock Series will see the green at 4 p.m.
Super DIRTcar Series regulars Alex Yankowski, Peter Britten, Jimmy Phelps, Erick Rudolph and Tim Sears Jr. are among those expected to be on hand to battle the likes of Amy Holland, Nick Root, Darren Smith, Zach Payne and more in Modified competition.
DIRTcar 358 Modified drivers are also welcome to participate this Sunday and can compete at 2,450 lbs. under DIRTcar rules.
Reserved seating for the season opener is available for $40 with adult general admission set at $35, youth admission (11-17) priced at $15 with kids 10 and under FREE.
Tickets can be purchased online by clicking on the tickets tab at the top right-hand corner of the speedway’s website at www.weedsportspeedway.com.
Hospitality suites are also now available for all events in 2026. Weedsport’s suites offer an unmatched experience, high above the racing surface, and provide a perfect setting for a group party or corporate night out. Call Weedsport Speedway’s main office at (315) 834-3067 for pricing and availability.
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2026 Weedsport Speedway Schedule:
Sunday, May 3
Icebreaker 50
DIRTcar Big Block Modifieds
DIRTcar Sportsman Series Central Region
Empire Street Stock Series
Sunday, May 24
Heroes Remembered
Super DIRTcar Series
DIRTcar Sportsman
CRSA Sprint Cars
Tuesday, June 30
ESS Speedweek
DIRTcar 358-Modified Series
ESS Sprint Cars
Fireworks
Saturday, July 25
Empire State Challenge Weekend
World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars
DIRTcar Big Block Modifieds
Sunday, July 26
Empire State Challenge Weekend
World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars
DIRTcar Big Block Modifieds
Saturday, August 1
Port City Stampede
All-American Rodeo
Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association
Women’s Professional Rodeo Association
Sunday, August 16
SummerFAST
Super DIRTcar Series Hall of Fame 100
DIRTcar Sportsman
Mod Lites
Sunday, September 6
Cavalcade Cup
Super DIRTcar Series Cavalcade Cup 100
DIRTcar Sportsman Classic 75
Hoosier 600 Microsprint Tour
Friday, September 18
Page Trucking Big Rig Nationals
American Big Rig Series
About Weedsport Speedway: Officially opened for the first time on July 24, 1955 – the Weedsport Speedway 3/8 mile dirt oval has produced a legendary list of drivers and champions including Will Cagle, Danny Johnson, Bob McCreadie, Alan Johnson, Jack Johnson, and Dave Lape to name a few. In 2018, Weedsport introduced the all-new Weedsport Kartway, just outside of the Speedway’s main pit area, to begin to foster the next generation of racers, crew members and race fans. Couple the racing with state-of-the-art camping and track amenities, unmatched on-site television production capabilities, plus the ability for large scale concert productions and Weedsport is one of the marquee entertainment venues in the country.