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Davenport Speedway plans to double down on action at end of 2026 season

By Linda Cook,

5 hours ago

Davenport Speedway is set to double down as it closes out the 2026 season. The two-night Davenport Dirt Stars event will be held Oct. 9-10.

Racing on both nights will be highlighted by the Karl Chevrolet Premier Late Models, competing for $1,500-to-win. Late Models will have a $75 entry fee.

Also racing on both Friday and Saturday will be Modifieds, SportMods, Outlaw Street Stocks, Hobby Stocks, and Stock Cars.

Start times and ticket prices will be the same on both days. The pit gate opens at 3:30 p.m., the grandstand at 4 p.m., hot laps are at 6:30 p.m., with racing to follow. Grandstand admission for adults is $20. Kids (5-10) get in for $10. Children 4 and younger are admitted free. Pit passes are $40.

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