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Burning rubber at Maple Grove Raceway

2025-12-11

Contestants have been burning rubber at Maple Grove Raceway since the 60's. This family friendly, high intensity rush of adrenaline track is home to countless competitions and events appropriate for all ages.

The Koretsky family purchased the track back in 2021 in an effort to revamp the track. They host numerous events during the racing season ranging from small to large prize payouts.

Organizers say that racing is for anyone willing to put a helmet on, young or old, male or female, it doesn't matter.

They host races and events all year round.

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