Upcoming Events

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  6 days to the event

  Sat, May 09

  Spring Showdown / 

  Carteret Speedway

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  May 09, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

  MAY 9 – ISLANDER SPRING SHOWDOWN Islander Spring Showdown at Carteret Speedway with VRL Vintage Lites, V8 Chargers, and multiple divisions racing in Swansboro NC.
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  21 days to the event

  Sun, May 24

  Memorial Classic / 

  Carteret Speedway

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  May 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

  MAY 24 – MEMORIAL CLASSIC Memorial Classic at Carteret Speedway featuring a $5K Limited Late Model race plus multiple divisions in Swansboro NC Memorial Weekend.
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  27 days to the event

  Sat, May 30

  Confederate Railroad with Special Guests Down South Thunder / 

  Carteret Speedway

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  May 30, 2026, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM

  Buy tickets for Confederate Railroad live May 30 at Carteret Speedway in Swansboro, NC. Gates open 5PM, show starts 6PM. Tickets available now.
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  34 days to the event

  Sat, Jun 06

  Schools Out 150 & Ladies Night / 

  Carteret Speedway

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  Jun 06, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

  JUNE 6 – SCHOOL’S OUT 150 / LADIES NIGHT School’s Out 150 and Ladies Night (All Ladies $5.00 Off Admission) at Carteret Speedway featuring 150 laps of racing and family fun in Swansboro NC.
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  41 days to the event

  Sat, Jun 13

  Jeffrey Earnhardt Driving Experience / 

  Carteret Speedway

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  Jun 13, 2026, 10:00 AM

  JUNE 13 – JEFFREY EARNHARDT RACING EXPERIENCE Jeffrey Earnhardt Racing Experience at Carteret Speedway. Ride-along racing experience in Swansboro NC. Limited spots available. (This is a track rental & not a Carteret Speedway Event)
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  48 days to the event

  Sat, Jun 20

  Shootout By The Sea / 

  Carteret Speedway

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  Jun 20, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

  JUNE 20 – SHOOTOUT BY THE SEA Shootout by the Sea at Carteret Speedway featuring vintage racers, V8 Chargers, and local divisions in Swansboro NC.
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  61 days to the event

  Fri, Jul 03

  Prelude to the Clash / 

  Carteret Speedway

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  Jul 03, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
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  62 days to the event

  Sat, Jul 04

  Firecracker Clash / 

  Carteret Speedway

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  Jul 04, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

  Celebrate the Fourth of July with adrenaline-pumping racing at the Firecracker Clash. Headlined by the Limited Late Model ($5K) Showdown Series, this fan-favorite event brings top-tier drivers and edge-of-your-seat action. It’s the perfect way to spend your holiday with EPIC racing excitement!
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  76 days to the event

  Sat, Jul 18

  Summer Thunder / 

  Carteret Speedway

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  Jul 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

  Feel the heat at Summer Thunder, featuring the VRL Hot Rods & Vintage Lites alongside multiple competitive divisions. This mid-summer showdown delivers roaring engines, close finishes, and nonstop excitement for race fans of all ages.
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  90 days to the event

  Sat, Aug 01

  Davey Allison Memorial / 

  Carteret Speedway

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  Aug 01, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

  Honor a racing legend at the Davey Allison Memorial, featuring the Allison Legacy Race Series. This special event combines powerful racing action with a tribute to one of motorsports’ most respected names. Expect strong competition across multiple divisions and a meaningful night at the track.
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  97 days to the event

  Sat, Aug 08

  Jeffrey Earnhardt Driving Experience / 

  Carteret Speedway

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  Aug 08, 2026, 10:00 AM

  AUGUST 8 – JEFFREY EARNHARDT RACING EXPERIENCE Jeffrey Earnhardt Racing Experience returns to Carteret Speedway in Swansboro NC. Ride-along racing experience with limited availability!
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  104 days to the event

  Sat, Aug 15

  Renegade Monster Trucks (Day Show) / 

  Carteret Speedway

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  Aug 15, 2026, 12:30 PM

  Get ready for massive action at Renegade Monster Trucks! Watch these giants crush, jump, and tear up the track in a high-energy show the whole family will love. This is more than racing—it’s full-throttle entertainment.
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  104 days to the event

  Sat, Aug 15

  Renegade Monster Trucks (Evening Show) / 

  Carteret Speedway

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  Aug 15, 2026, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

  Get ready for massive action at Renegade Monster Trucks! Watch these giants crush, jump, and tear up the track in a high-energy show the whole family will love. This is more than racing—it’s full-throttle entertainment.
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  111 days to the event

  Sat, Aug 22

  Kid’s Night at the Races / 

  Carteret Speedway

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  Aug 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

  Bring the whole family out for Kids Night at Carteret Speedway. Featuring exciting racing plus special activities for younger fans, this event is designed to create unforgettable memories. A perfect night of fun, racing, and family-friendly entertainment.
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  125 days to the event

  Sat, Sep 05

  Carteret Clash / 

  Carteret Speedway

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  Sep 05, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

  The competition heats up at the Carteret Clash, featuring the SMART Modified Tour and high-powered racing across multiple divisions. This is one of the premier racing events of the season, drawing top talent and delivering intense on-track battles.
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  139 days to the event

  Sat, Sep 19

  Battle at the Beach / 

  Carteret Speedway

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  Sep 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

  Experience one of the biggest events of the year with the Islander Hotel & Resort Battle at the Beach. Featuring the Showdown Series, East Coast Flathead Ford, Virginia Vintage Racers, and more, this event brings a stacked lineup and serious competition to Carteret Speedway.
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  146 days to the event

  Sat, Sep 26

  Bobby Watson Memorial / 

  Carteret Speedway

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  Sep 26, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

  Pay tribute at the Bobby Watson Memorial, a marquee event featuring the Grand National Super Series, Southern Ground Pounders, and more. This night combines elite racing with a meaningful legacy, making it a must-attend for fans.
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  174 days to the event

  Sat, Oct 24

  Halloween Bash & Night of Destruction / 

  Carteret Speedway

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  Oct 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

  Close out the racing season with chaos and thrills at the ClarkCo Construction Halloween Bash Night of Destruction. Presented by Grandmaster Dong’s Martial Arts, this fan-favorite event features wild racing, destruction events, and a Halloween-themed atmosphere you won’t forget.