Thursday Night Street Drags!

Get Ready for the Thrill of Thursday Night Street Drags! Unleash your inner speedster at the LaCrosse Fairgrounds Speedway in West Salem, WI and experience the adrenaline rush of our 300-foot dragstrip, stretched along the front straightaway of the racetrack. Whether you drive a car, truck, SUV, van, motorcycle, ATV, or even a side-by-side, this is your chance to compete in a safe, fun environment. No matter the ride, if it’s got wheels, we’ve got a bracket for you!

Why Race? We’ve got brackets to match you with vehicles just like yours, including:
• Open Class, Cycles, Detroit Iron, Family Sedans
• Domestic Performance, Electric, SUVs, 2WD Trucks
• High School Brackets, Forced Air, Side-by-Sides
• Euro Performance, Tuners, 4WD Gas and Diesel, and more!

Racing side-by-side in your own lane, you’ll feel the thrill of competition and the roar of the crowd cheering you on!

More Than Just Racing! Not a racer? No problem—there’s plenty more to enjoy:
• Shine ‘n Show Car Contest: Showcase your prized ride and wow the judges with your hot rod’s style.
• Burnout Contest: Smoke up the track and claim your title as the Burnout Champion for the night.

Event Details:
• Website: StreetDragsLAX.com
• Location: LaCrosse Fairgrounds Speedway, N4985 County Road M, West Salem, WI 54669

Schedule:
o 6:00 PM – Pit Area Opens & Registration Starts, Grandstands Open
o 6:45 PM – Practice Runs & Grudge Matches
o 7:30 PM – Brackets Begin
o 8:00–8:30 PM – Burnout Contest
o 8:15 PM – Shine ‘n Show Judging
o 10:00 PM or Earlier – Event Concludes

Tickets & Entry Fees:
• $10 Pit Pass (All Ages)
• $10 Grandstand Admission (Ages 12+, 11 and Under Free)
• $10 Per Bracket Entered

2025 Thursday Night Street Drags Schedule:
• May 15 | June 19 | July 17 (Fair Time Street Drags!)
• August 21 | September 18

Stay Connected: For updates, follow us on social media:
• Facebook: Like LaCrosse Speedway
• Twitter: Follow @LAXSpeedway

Don’t Miss Out! Gather your friends, family, and fellow gearheads for an unforgettable evening of speed, style, and excitement. Whether you’re racing, showing off your ride, or just soaking up the energy in the stands, there’s something for everyone at Thursday Night Street Drags!

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