Show-stopping racing will reign at the 19th Annual University Hospitals Cavalcade of Stars presented by Budweiser, June 18-21, 2025 at Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio!
The event will see a well-thought-out Tuesday-Saturday two-race format for Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Regional and Divisional competitors!
In Top Alcohol Dragster, racers put down 280-plus mph passes while trying to stay on the straight and narrow, while inTop Alcohol Funny Car, where racers fly to 260-plus mph passes.
Top Dragster, Top Sportsman and other sportsman categories will command attention with stunning cars and skilled racers behind the wheel!
We are expecting more than 600 racers, and fans can walk the pit area to watch them working on their cars in preparation for more wicked on-track action!
As always, the Bader Family Guarantee, which promises the best show possible at the best price possible, is in place and offers an unconditional money-back guarantee.
Tickets are on sale now! Click a red BUY TICKETS tab above or call 419-668-5555 to get yours! Parking and pit passes are free!
4-Day Crew: $125
4-Day Trackside Electric Motorhome: $225
4-Day Trackside Non-Electric Motorhome: $175
4-Day Wilson’s Fence Row: $100
Free Parking!
Free Pit Access!
Entry Fees: Charged for both days at gate ($400)
Race 1: Everything minus Alcohol: $200
Race 2: Car & Driver: $200
Gold Card (not TAD & TAFC) – Car, Driver + One Crew Pass
TAD & TAFC Gold Card – Car, Driver + Five Crew Passes
TAD & TAFC Silver Card – Car, Driver + Three Crew Passes
TAD & TAFC Bronze – Car, Driver, + One Crew Pass
Named Track of the Year more than 20 times by the NHRA, IHRA and NMCA, Summit Motorsports Park works hard to welcome racers and race fans to a well-maintained facility at each and every event.
The premises are clean, and the parking lots are well-lit.
We also have a children’s playground.
Permanent bathrooms with showers are located on the east side of the track and are maintained during events. Portable bathrooms also are available throughout the park.
In clean, comfortable and convenient dining areas, guests will find breakfast, lunch and dinner selections, including burgers, sandwiches, pizza, stromboli, Walking Tacos, fries, nachos, hot pretzels and more. Various beverages are available, including water, pop, coffee, Budweiser beer and others.
Wild Bill's Ice Cream Saloon offers Velvet Ice Cream in a variety of flavors for $3 per pint, and it is a popular place to stop in the dining area.
The Quarter Mile Clothing Company is stocked with apparel, souvenirs, toiletries, novelty items and much more.
Firewood, pump truck service and water hauling are available at most events.
Golf carts may be rented from Dornan's Sales and Service (reservations: 419-912-4028 or onsite service: 419-663-2254). Car parts and tires are also available at Dornan’s Trackside Shop during most events.
Paved and grass pit areas are available, and fuel by Sunoco Racing Fuels can be purchased onsite.
In Guest Service locations on either side of the track, known as the Ohio CAT side and Summit side, team members are happy to help guests, and there is an ATM and facility map at each location.
We look forward to welcoming you!
Monday, June 16, 2025
Linder’s Lot Opens: 12:00 p.m. – TBD
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Linder’s Lot Opens: 8:00 a.m.
Vendor Move-In: 8:00 a.m.
Credentials & Parking (All Classes Enter Linder’s Lot): 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Tech & Registration: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Testing: 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Camping/Motorhome Move-In: 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Overnight Line-Up Linder’s Lot: 9:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025 (Lucas Oil Divisional)
Credentials & Parking: 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Time Trials and Qualifying: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Shootout Eliminations: 12:00 p.m.
Time Trials and Qualifying continues
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Lucas Oil Divisional Eliminations: 8:00 a.m.
Winner’s Circle for Champions
Friday, June 20, 2025 (Lucas Oil Regional)
Time Trials and Qualifying: 8:00 a.m.
Top Alcohol Funny Car & Dragster Qualifying: 11:00 a.m., 2:00 & 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Lucas Oil Regional Eliminations: 8:00 a.m.
Top Alcohol Dragster & Funny Car Eliminations: 11:00 a.m.
Sunday, June 22, 2025 (Rain Date)
