55th Annual Jamestown Stock Car Stampede at Jamestown Speedway
The roar of engines and the smell of racing fuel will fill the air at Jamestown Speedway on September 25, 2026, as one of the most storied traditions in North Dakota motorsports kicks off in spectacular fashion. Night 1 of the 55th Annual Jamestown Stock Car Stampede sets the stage with a thrilling program of heats and dashes, giving fans an action-packed evening of competition that will leave them hungry for more. Held at the legendary Jamestown Speedway on the Stutsman County Fairgrounds in Jamestown, ND, this milestone anniversary event promises to deliver everything motorsports fans love — wheel-to-wheel battles, fierce rivalries, and the raw energy that only short-track racing can provide.
Night 1 puts three premier IMCA classes on the track, each bringing its own brand of high-intensity racing to the mix. IMCA Modifieds will headline the evening with their powerful, purpose-built machines that are built to push the limits of grip and speed. Joining them are the IMCA Northern SportMods and IMCA Stock Cars, two classes known for producing some of the most competitive and unpredictable racing you’ll find anywhere on the regional circuit. The heats and dashes format means every lap counts from the very first green flag, as drivers battle not just for wins but for critical positioning heading into the remainder of the Stampede weekend.
Whether you’re a die-hard fan who has been coming to the Jamestown Stock Car Stampede for decades or you’re experiencing this legendary event for the very first time, Night 1 is an unforgettable way to start the weekend. The intimate, fan-friendly atmosphere at Jamestown Speedway puts you right in the heart of the action, with sights and sounds that no television broadcast can replicate. Watching skilled drivers navigate the oval, making split-second decisions in pursuit of every position, is a motorsports experience that resonates long after the checkered flag drops.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the 55th Annual Jamestown Stock Car Stampede as it writes another chapter in its remarkable history. Mark your calendar for September 25, 2026, head out to the Stutsman County Fairgrounds, and get ready for a night of pure short-track racing excitement at Jamestown Speedway. This is grassroots motorsports at its absolute finest — and Night 1 is just the beginning.
Jamestown Speedway
19th St NW & 4th Ave NW, Jamestown, ND, 58401
