Thrills for every age!
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Thursday, July 16
Treat your family to a high-octane night of affordable fun at the Wisconsin International Raceway on Thursday, July 16, 2026, for Vanderloop Equipment Night!
🏁 THURSDAY NIGHT THUNDER
IS FAMILY NIGHT! 🏁
Looking for the ultimate summer activity that won't break the bank? Grab the kids, head over to Kaukauna, and experience the most thrilling short-track racing in the nation!
Here is everything you need to know to plan your perfect family evening:
- Kids 12 & Under: Absolutely FREE!
- Adult General Admission: Just $15
- Parking: 100% FREE!
🕒 Event Schedule
- 5:00 PM: Fan Gates & Concessions Open (Come hungry—we've got great track food!)
- 5:35 PM: Qualifying Begins
- 6:30 PM: Opening Ceremonies & Green Flag Racing!
🚗 Non-Stop Racing ActionWatch 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! This week features the high-stakes Pro Late Model Special - Duke of WIR.
🌟 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!
Don't let summer fly by without making a core memory. For full schedule details and upcoming events like Christmas in July, visit the official WIR Schedule of Events.
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.