LINCOLN, Ill. — Lincoln Speedway’s 2026 DIRTcar Fall Nationals return to the Logan County Fairgrounds October 15–17, bringing three days of activity, two complete nights of racing and a Friday program boosted by the postponed Bennett Memorial bonus money.
The weekend opens Thursday, October 15, with an open practice session before full racing programs take center stage Friday and Saturday. Five divisions are scheduled to compete during Fall Nationals weekend: DIRTcar Late Models, DIRTcar Modifieds, Pro Late Models, Pro Modifieds and Stock Cars.
Bennett Memorial Bonus Money Added Friday
One of the biggest additions to the weekend comes Friday night, when the postponed Bennett Memorial bonus program will be contested for the Super Late Models and Modifieds.
Each feature lap led will be worth $50. A driver who leads every lap could collect an additional $1,500 in the Super Late Model feature or $1,250 in the Modified feature.
The Bennett Memorial lap-leader money was originally scheduled as part of a June event at Lincoln Speedway before weather forced the bonus program to be carried over to Fall Nationals weekend.
Five Divisions Set for Fall Nationals
The 2026 Fall Nationals lineup includes DIRTcar Late Models, DIRTcar Modifieds, Pro Late Models, Pro Modifieds and Stock Cars. Friday will feature the first complete racing program of the weekend, while Saturday brings another full night of competition and the Fall Nationals finale.
Stock Cars will join the Saturday program as the three-day weekend comes to a close.
Friday Night Continues After the Checkered Flag
The racing won’t be the end of Friday night at Lincoln. Fans, racers, crews and families are invited to a post-race party behind the grandstands featuring live music from AllNighter.
The addition gives the Friday program a full-event atmosphere as competitors and fans head into Saturday’s finale.
2026 DIRTcar Fall Nationals Schedule
- Thursday, October 15: Open practice for Fall Nationals competitors.
- Friday, October 16: Full racing program featuring Bennett Memorial lap-leader bonuses for Super Late Models and Modifieds, followed by the AllNighter post-race party.
- Saturday, October 17: Final full racing program and Fall Nationals weekend finale.
Registration, Tickets and Competitor Information
Teams planning to compete are encouraged to register in advance through MyRacePass. Lincoln Speedway has also released its official 2026 Competitor Guide covering weekend procedures, schedules, registration information, rules, ticket and pit-pass details, camping information and division-specific policies.
2026 Fall Nationals Competitor Guide
Tickets and pit passes will be available at the track upon arrival.
Camping and Lodging
Camping will be available at the Logan County Fairgrounds during Fall Nationals weekend. Fans and competitors planning to stay on site are encouraged to make arrangements early, particularly for electric camping spaces.
Camping reservations and additional event information are available through the Track Enterprises office at 217-764-3200.
Lincoln Speedway’s host hotels include Hampton by Hilton in Lincoln and Comfort Inn & Suites in Lincoln. Guests are encouraged to mention the Lincoln Speedway discount when making reservations.
A Three-Day Dirt Racing Weekend in Lincoln
With practice on Thursday, two nights of racing, five divisions, Bennett Memorial bonus money and a Friday post-race party, the 2026 DIRTcar Fall Nationals will again serve as one of Lincoln Speedway’s biggest late-season weekends.
For additional event information, visit LincolnSpeedwayIL.com.
Information supplied by Lincoln Speedway and Track Enterprises.
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