NAPA Wednesday Night Street Drags – 2025 Season
Experience the Thrill of Drag Racing!

Join us at Brainerd International Raceway (BIR) for the NAPA Wednesday Night Street Drags, where street-legal cars, trucks, and motorcycles hit the track for high-energy racing action! The 2025 season kicks off on Wednesday, May 7th, with 9 scheduled events throughout the season.

 

Event Details:

• Dates: First event – May 7th, 2025 

• Gates Open: 4:00 PM

• Racing Starts: 5:00 PM (Ends at dusk)

• Location: Brainerd International Raceway

• Entry Fee:

  • $35 – Racer Entry

  • $10 – Spectator Ticket (Get your tickets at the gate!)

This event is open to anyone with a street-legal vehicle. Test your skills using the Christmas tree, burn-out box, and scoreboard while an announcer calls all the action!

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Street Legal Racing Rules:

• Vehicles must be OEM production-type automobiles, motorcycles, or trucks.

• Vehicles must be street-driven and display valid license plates.

• Drivers must carry state-issued proof of registration and valid insurance.

• All vehicles must meet state highway safety requirements and retain OEM safety features.

 

Intro to Drag Racing Class – Learn to Race!

New to drag racing? Don’t worry! Our Intro to Drag Racing Class is the perfect opportunity for beginners to learn the basics before hitting the track.

Class Dates:

• May 7th

• May 21st

• July 2nd

• August 27th

Class Details:

• Start Time: 3:00 PM

• Pre-registration required

• Cost: $50 (Includes Racer Entry Fee)

What You’ll Learn:

• Drag strip and racer safety

• Vehicle safety requirements

• Understanding the Christmas Tree and starting line

• Basic timing system explanation

• Return road procedures

• How to read your time slip

After a 30-minute classroom session, participants will practice reacting to the live Christmas Tree on foot. Then, they’ll go through tech inspection first and be the first racers on the track!

Bonus: Participants receive a free Trophy Class tech card for the Hoffman Weber Construction BIR Bracket Racing Series!

(Daily admission fee not included – must be purchased online or at the gate.)

 

Register for the Intro to Drag Racing Class Here:

Register Now

Don’t miss out on the excitement! Whether you're racing or spectating, come experience the adrenaline rush of Wednesday Night Street Drags at BIR!

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