This September’s entertainment lineup at New Hampshire Motor Speedway (NHMS) includes more than a few new features as well as some traditional fan-favorites that are sure to make New England’s only NASCAR Playoffs weekend unforgettable.
WHAT’S NEW?
“The Magic Mile” Happy Hour Show | Saturday, Sept. 20 | 6-8 p.m.
Grab a drink, relax and enjoy “The Magic Mile” Happy Hour Show hosted by Jose Castillo and Vermont’s own Mamba Smith at The Groove. This live Saturday night talk show will feature Maine’s own two-time NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) winner and 1995 Rookie of the Year Ricky Craven, 2004 NASCAR Cup Series champion and 2026 NASCAR Hall of Fame inductee Kurt Busch and other special guests.
Draw the Line Concert | Saturday, Sept. 20 | 8:30-10 p.m.
Draw the Line – the only “Officially Endorsed Aerosmith Tribute Show” – will hit “The Magic Mile” Entertainment Stage, located just outside the infield tunnel, Saturday night and perfectly recreate the sound, energy and vibe of an Aerosmith concert. If you love Aerosmith, this is a show you “Don’t Wanna Miss!”
Being Petty: The Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers Experience Concert presented by THOR Industries | Friday, Sept. 19 | Approx. 9 p.m.
Being Petty: The Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers Experience will hit The Flat Track stage following SIG SAUER Academy Dirt Duels and the fireworks show and share all the excitement and emotion of a live performance from the original band. The song list covers all phases of Tom Petty’s incredible musical legacy, including all of the hit songs form the 1970s through the 2010s, plus some surprise “deep cuts” for the true fans.
Tim Dugger Concert | Sunday, Sept. 21 | 12:15-1 p.m.
Alabama native and NASCAR enthusiast, Tim Dugger, will perform live on Sunday on “The Magic Mile” Entertainment Stage. He’s full of musical talent, southern charm and a little bit of wit. While frequenting bars and clubs near racetracks, Tim developed not only a loyal following of race fans, but he also became a favorite of several NASCAR drivers and their crews.
Synergy SpeedLab: Mobile Sim Racing Experience | Friday – Sunday, Sept. 19-21
Test your racing skills all weekend in the Fan Zone at the SpeedLab: Mobile Sim Racing Experience. As you enter the SpeedLab, you’ll see racing history everywhere, but especially in the two bright red retro sims. There’s also a custom-built 1937 Legend Car sim with a screen as a windshield that’s proudly perched just outside the rear door on an elevated platform along with two big screens so spectators can see the driver’s view as well as the in-car camera view.
New Features in the NASCAR Kids Zone | Friday – Sunday, Sept. 19-21
The NASCAR Kids Zone has become a favorite pit stop of families at NHMS, and this year, kids can enjoy a couple new features, including Hobby-Grade RC Cars and a Reaction Race, in addition to their favorites. The 1/12 NASCAR stock cars will be racing around a racetrack in the NASCAR Kids Zone, and kids can test their reaction skills using lighted reactions buttons in a 30-second race and try to beat the times of some of the NASCAR drivers.
Camper Appreciation Musical Bingo presented by THOR Industries | Wednesday, Sept. 17 | 6-8 p.m.
We’ve added a fun new musical theme to this year’s Bingo Night for campers. Win cool prizes and enjoy opening evening at The Groove on Wednesday. We’ll supply the BINGO cards, dobbers and prizes – you bring your musical knowledge and friends.
Line Dancing at The Groove | Thursday, Sept. 18 | 7-9 p.m.
Kick up your heels as line dancing instructors lead the way around The Groove’s dance floor Thursday evening while the April Cushman Band performs live.
New Games and Rides in the Fan Zone | Friday – Sunday, Sept. 19-21
We’ve added new games and rides to the Fan Zone for race fans of all ages to enjoy. Ride bumper cars, navigate through the glass firehouse, fly a helicopter and win prizes by winning the water gun race.
TRADITIONAL FAN-FAVORITES
The Groove fan hangout, located in the S2 Lot, will feature live performances from the April Cushman Band (Thursday | 7-9 p.m.) and The Flying Ivories Dueling Pianos (Saturday | 9-11 p.m.) with more seating added this year. Race fans can also sign up to ride the Elm City Party Bike all weekend long at The Groove and enjoy a fun and social way to explore the NHMS property while exercising.
Race fans can enjoy Trackside Live (Sunday | 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.) is back Sunday morning on “The Magic Mile” Entertainment Stage. This high-energy pre-race entertainment show hosted by Kenny Wallace and John Roberts will feature some of the top NCS stars before they battle it out on the racetrack.
Families can enjoy the popular NASCAR Kids Zone in the Fan Zone all weekend featuring the new Hobby-Grade RC Cars and Reaction Race along with the LEGO Build and Race, Victory Lane, Toyota Coloring Book Car, Gaming Garage, Slot Car Racing and Adventure Force: Crash Racers.
Campers can enjoy Family Movie Night (Thursday | 8 p.m.), featuring “Captain America: Brave New World” on the infield screens. Get your popcorn and snacks, and then find your favorite seats in the grandstands or get comfy on a blanket on the grassy backstretch hill.
The Fan Zone will be open Friday (12-5 p.m.), Saturday (10 a.m. – 5 p.m.) and Sunday (10 a.m. – 2 p.m.) in the S2 Lot across from the infield tunnel full of games, rides, live performances, giveaways, driver appearances and more.
Friday night at The Flat Track, race fans can enjoy giant inflatable games – giant pong, giant cornhole and a bounce house – during SIG SAUER Academy Dirt Duels. Then, once the final checkered flag flies, an amazing fireworks display will light up the sky presented by THOR Industries.
The New England Racing Museum, located behind The Flat Track near the speedway’s South Entrance, will be open 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. daily, Wednesday through Sunday. Race fans are encouraged to explore the history of New England motor racing through more than 30 historic race cars and motorcycle displays as well as an iRacing simulator, library and other interactive exhibits.
Race fans can enjoy Saturday’s and Sunday’s on-track action from Rock Point, an open viewing area featuring lawn games, picnic tables and a cash bar perched atop a beautifully landscaped area in turn four. It’s the perfect place to watch as the drivers mash the throttle and race toward the finish line.
NHMS’s Food Court, located behind the Main Grandstands, will be open Friday through Sunday and is the perfect pit stop to fuel up with delicious grab ‘n’ go options, race weekend favorites and more.
Be sure to check NHMS.com/Events/NASCAR-Cup-Series/Entertainment/ for more information on all of these features and more.
For a full NASCAR weekend schedule, visit NHMS.com/Events/NASCAR-Cup-Series/Schedule/.
Tickets:
For tickets and camping for New England’s only NASCAR Playoffs weekend, featuring the NCS and Team EJP 175 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series playoff races, Mohegan Sun 100 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour race and SIG SAUER Academy Dirt Duels, fans should visit NHMS.com or call 833-4LOUDON. Tickets for kids 12 and under are just $10 on Sunday, free on Doubleheader Saturday and start at $10 on Friday.
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