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Thursday, July 23 - Last Chance to see Crown Vics in 2026
LAST CHANCE: Crown Vics Take the 1/2 Mile This Thursday! 🏁
This is not a drill! This Thursday, July 23, is your final opportunity in 2026 to watch the chaotic Crown Vics scream down the iconic 1/2-mile oval at Wisconsin International Raceway. These tanks are built for punishment, and they are putting it all on the line.
Tickets $15, ages 12 and younger FREE
Gates Open at 5 PM
Qualifying at 5:35 PM
RACING at 6:30 PM
🚗 Non-Stop Racing Action
Watch 7 different divisions face off on all three of our asphalt tracks, including the 1/2-mile, 1/4-mile, and the wild, fan-favorite Figure-8 track!
🌟 Exclusive Perks for the Kids
Meet the Drivers
Head down to the pits after the races for driver meet-and-greets! The kids can see the cars up close, collect autographs, and take photos with their favorite racers.
Free Camping
Want to make a full night of it? Rustic camping is completely free on race day.
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Wisconsin International Raceway…Where the Big Ones Run…Run…Run
Jet Engine Dragsters at Friday Night Street Drags!
Friday, July 24, 2026
If you’ve never seen a jet car in person, it is almost impossible to describe how wild the experience is. It’s not just a race; it’s a full sensory assault. You don't just watch a jet car—you feel it.
Jets Run at 7 PM & 9 PM
Gates Open at 4 PM
Unlimited Runs 5 PM - 10 PM
Gertrude's Ice Cream QUIK 8 Round 1 at 6:45 PM
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The Gertrude's Ice Cream Summer Nationals Jet Show Door Car QUIK 8 is back on Friday, July 24.
Yes, Jet Shows have moved to Friday Nights in 2026.
Qualifying is as easy as attending a Test & Tune event at WIR before July 24 and turning in your paid Test & Tune time slip at the track.
The quickest 8 times, plus two alternates, as of 10 PM on Friday, July 10th qualify to race at the Summer Nationals Jet Show on Friday, July 24 at 6:30 PM
Once qualified you show up on Friday, July 24 to race!
- Winner $1,000
- Runner Up $250
- Positions 3 - 8 receive $100 for showing up and running 1st round.
Alternates receive $50 show up money if they don't end up running.
Race will be Heads UP, Pro Tree, 1,000 feet. Door Cars Only, Any tire.
This event is open to all vehicles passing general tech inspections.