5/5/2026
Fulton Speedway
The Fulton Speedway 2026 Season Kicks off Saturday May 9th
By Robert Kenney Jr / CBP Productions
FULTON, NY (May 5th, 2026)— The long wait for racing is over as Fulton Speedway is set to roar back to life on Saturday, May 9th with the VP Racing Fuels 2026 Season Opener, officially kicking off another exciting year of dirt track action.
After months of preparation in the shop and anticipation from fans across Central New York, opening night signals the return of weekly competition at Fulton Speedway. Headlining the program will be the Tracey Road DIRTcar Modifieds, joined by the always-competitive DOT Foods DIRTcar Sportsman, Billy Whittaker Cars & Trux Stock Cars, and the up-and-coming E & V Energy Novice Sportsman divisions. Fans can expect a full night of high-speed excitement on the high-banked oval, as drivers begin their quest for early-season momentum and valuable points. .
General admission remains one of the best values in motorsports, with $15 for adults and free entry for ages 18 and under, making it an affordable night out for families. Pit passes are set at $35 for members and $40 for non-members.
Race day kicks off with pits opening at 4:00 PM, followed by grandstand gates at 5:00 PM. Hot laps hit the track at 6:00 PM, with the first green flag of the 2026 season scheduled for 7:00 PM.
With a long off-season now in the rearview mirror, all eyes turn to May 9th as Fulton Speedway fires back up—bringing with it the sights, sounds, and intensity that define Saturday night racing in Central New York.
Serving as the title sponsor of opening night, VP Racing Fuels is widely recognized as a global leader in high-performance racing fuel technology. VP Racing Fuels has grown into an international brand, producing more than 80 fuel formulations used across nearly every form of motorsports on land, sea, and air. With distribution in over 60 countries and partnerships across major racing series, the company has built a reputation for fueling championship-winning teams and driving innovation within the industry.
2025 Track Champions: Billy Dunn (Tracey Road DIRTcar Modifieds), Emmett Waldron (DOT Foods DIRTcar Sportsman), John Pietrowicz (Billy Whittaker Cars & Trux Stock Cars)
Any questions you might have and for marketing opportunities contact GM Cory Reed at cory@brewertonspeedway.com. or (315) 593-6531. The speedway is located at 1603 County Route 57 Fulton, NY.
Submitted By: Robert Kenney
