Midwest Class Racers

09/04/2026

Friday 14th Annual Midwest Summer Classic Update!

Mother Nature wins today - we got a few cars down track but with a huge downpour we won’t be able to get today’s qualifier in.

The plan is still to start at 8am tomorrow with 1 qualifier then into eliminations!

09/04/2026

Bob Dombeck Photo 📸

09/03/2026

Kearney Raceway Park has officially announced that September 13th will mark the end of their 2026 season, as a new racing surface installation is planned to begin later this month. The National Open, originally scheduled for October 24th, has been cancelled due to the construction.While missing out....

09/03/2026

📣 Attention in the pits! 📣

2026 Midwest Class Racers Schedule Change!

Due to Kearney Raceway's cancellation of their remaining schedule, the October 24- 25 NHRA West Central Division 5 National Open and S/SS Combo is cancelled.

This now means that the final event of the Midwest Class Racers season to the 13th Annual Make-A-Wish S/SS Combo

09/02/2026

13th Annual Make-A-Wish S/SS Combo Racers!

Regarding pit spots for the race, there will be a section that is marked off for Stock / Super Stock rigs, this area can handle a standard enclosed trailer and truck/smaller motorhome.

If you are looking to lock in a spot for a larger rig before you arrive, contact Cherrie at the Thunder Valley Office sooner than later! The office phone # is 605-648-3604

The 13th Annual Make-A-Wish S/SS Combo is one month away!

This is one of our favorite races all season, where the racing community comes together to support Make-A-Wish South Dakota.

Guaranteed Payout each day!

Racer Programs
DragInsights Dead on the Dial
Mark Williams Enterprises, Inc Bounty Hunter
Jason Dietsch Trailer Sales, LLC. Perfect Run Challenge

See you at Thunder Valley Dragways!

09/01/2026

We’re back at it this weekend, hosting the 3rd Annual Midwest Summer Classic Presented by Motion Raceworks! It’s going to be a fun-filled few days as we welcome all of our NHRA classes, along with our regular ET classes! On top of all of the exciting racing action, we’ll also be crowning our 2026 points champions! Check out the flyer below for full class details, payouts, and the weekend schedule. We can’t wait for a great weekend of racing and to see our NHRA West Central Division 5 family soon!

08/31/2026

Bob Dombeck Photo