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SEEKONK SPEEDWAY BOOSTS NASCAR WEEKLY RACING PURSE AND POINT FUND FOR 2026 SEASON
“Our dedicated competitors deserve this,” David Alburn, Competition Director at Seekonk Speedway, said. “We understand it takes hard work ,dedication and many resources to supply funds to race weekly, racing hard on the track from May into the end of September, and in the chase for the championship.
6 days ago2 min read


🎄✨ Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from the Action Track of the East! ✨🎄
As we close the books on an unforgettable 2025, we want to take a moment to say thank you to our entire Seekonk Speedway family — our fans, racers, crews, sponsors, staff, and community partners. You’re the heartbeat of this place, and we’re grateful for every lap, every cheer, and every memory made this season.
Dec 18, 20251 min read


NASCAR Saturday & Fast Friday Racing Return: Five Thrill Shows Plus Monster Trucks Back on Track Schedule
Seekonk Speedway officials announced today the track event schedule for the 81st season of short-track racing in 2026.
Nov 24, 20254 min read


🎉 2026 THRILL SHOWS: THE TRADITION CONTINUES AT SEEKONK SPEEDWAY! 🎉
Buckle up, race fans — Seekonk Speedway’s 2026 Thrill Show lineup is here, and it’s bigger, louder, and more action-packed than ever! From spring to fall, we’re bringing you five can’t-miss events filled with roaring engines, wild stunts, and family fun that defines New England’s favorite summer tradition.
Nov 18, 20252 min read


FAST FRIDAY DIVISIONS READY TO ROLL IN 2026
Are you ready for the roar of Fast Friday’s in 2026? Seekonk’s growing Friday night program will return for the new season - with 15 action-packed events with the addition of a NEW division to the weekly slate!
Nov 13, 20252 min read


🔥 2026 SPECTATOR DRAG SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED! 🔥
Buckle up, because the East Coast Towing Spectator Drags are roaring back into Seekonk Speedway for 2026 — and this schedule is flat-out AWESOME. Ten events. Five Thrill Shows. One epic season of head-to-head, street-legal racing you won’t want to miss.
Nov 7, 20252 min read


EVERETT’S AUTO PARTS LOOKING FORWARD TO 2026 AT SEEKONK SPEEDWAY
Everett’s Auto Parts, based in Brockton, MA, is returning to Seekonk Speedway in a big way again for the 2026 season as they celebrate their 75th anniversary.
Nov 6, 20253 min read


Divisional Lineup Set For July 1 Mid Week Madness NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Showdown at Seekonk Speedway
The Tour will compete in the Firecracker 150 presented by Bethesda Leadership Group, celebrating Independence Day a few days early. It will be the second appearance of the Whelen Modified Tour at Seekonk for 2026 - also joining the J&R Precast 150 on Saturday, May 16.
Nov 4, 20253 min read


J&R PRECAST NASCAR WHELEN MODIFIED TOUR 150 RETURNS TO SEEKONK SPEEDWAY MAY 16, 2026
For the third consecutive year, J&R Precast, located in Berkley, Massachusetts, has signed as the title sponsor of a NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour event at Seekonk Speedway in 2026. The J&R Precast 150 featuring the stars and cars of NASCAR’s Modifieds will return to the Action Track of the East on Saturday, May 16 for this special event.
Nov 2, 20253 min read


Celebrating A True Icon: Thank You, Ben Dodge
A huge thank you goes out to one of the greatest voices and ambassadors our sport has ever known.
Oct 26, 20251 min read


NASCAR WHELEN MODIFIED TOUR TO VISIT SEEKONK SPEEDWAY FOR TWO EVENTS IN 2026
The stars and cars of the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour will visit Seekonk Speedway twice for the 2026 season. Announced today, the Whelen Modified Tour will compete at the third-mile on Saturday, May 30 for the J&R Precast 150 and Wednesday, July 1 for the Firecracker 150 during Mid Week Madness.
Oct 23, 20251 min read


🎥 2025 Season’s End Shoutout! 🎙️
As we wrap up another incredible year at Seekonk Speedway, we want to send a huge THANK YOU to our amazing Media Crew Race Day staff who made every lap, every post, and every moment shine! 👏 Giuliana & Cali – absolutely killing it with live race-day coverage, keeping fans connected and hyped every weekend. 🎤 Kevin, Myles & Brady – bringing the excitement to life from the announcer’s booth with energy and passion that set the tone all season long. 📸 Jillian - capturing a
Oct 14, 20251 min read


🏁 Jarred Smith Crowned 2025 East Coast Towing Spectator Drags Champion at Seekonk Speedway!
🏁 Jarred Smith Crowned 2025 East Coast Towing Spectator Drags Champion at Seekonk Speedway!
Oct 12, 20251 min read


Street Stock Open Rules
👻 Get Ready for the Haunted Hundred: Street Stock Open Returns October 25, 2025 The ghosts and gears will collide this fall at Seekonk...
Oct 7, 20252 min read


Sponsorship Opportunities Now Open at Seekonk Speedway for 2026
As Seekonk Speedway enters another exciting season in 2026, we are proud to continue our tradition of connecting local and regional businesses with one of New England’s most passionate audiences. With hundreds of thousands of fans visiting the track each year and millions more engaging with our digital and social media platforms, Seekonk Speedway offers unmatched exposure for businesses of every size.
Oct 1, 20252 min read


ONE MORE RACE: RICK MARTIN LOOKS FOR FOURTH STRAIGHT SPORT TRUCK TITLE IN HIS FINAL RIDE
When Radical Rick Martin first started racing, 51 years ago, he never would have thought he’d win many races, nevermind championships.
Sep 23, 20252 min read


SEEKONK SPEEDWAY TO CROWN CHAMPIONS ON D. ANTHONY VENDITTI CHAMPIONSHIP WEEKEND
Seekonk Speedway returns to Fast Friday and NASCAR Saturday racing action for the final time in 2025 this weekend. Track champions will be crowned in the Sunoco Drive For The Cup on both nights, all part of D. Anthony Venditti Championship weekend at the Action Track of the East.
Sep 23, 202510 min read


FINAL FOUR TO BE SET ON FAST FRIDAY, NASCAR SATURDAY THIS WEEKEND AT SEEKONK SPEEDWAY
SEEKONK, Mass. — The Sunoco Drive For The Cup revs up in a big way this weekend at Seekonk Speedway, as the Final Four championship...
Sep 16, 20257 min read


Ronnie Pond Wall of Fame Class of 2025
Ron started his career as a driver, but it was as a car builder and car owner he made his mark. Winning races in the Pro Stocks with Ray Lee, Johnny Tripp, Jim Wilkins and George Murray as his drivers, he picked up one championship, 1988 with Johnny Tripp.
Sep 12, 20251 min read


WALL OF FAME + FIRST RESPONDERS NIGHT, SUNOCO DRIVE FOR THE CUP CONTINUES THIS WEEKEND AT SEEKONK SPEEDWAY
Seekonk Speedway has a packed weekend of excitement planned September 12-13, with drivers continuing their battle for the championship on both Fast Friday and NASCAR Saturday. On top of that, Saturday night is First Responders Night, with free admission for First Responders courtesy of IBEW Local 99, along with the annual Wall of Fame induction.
Sep 9, 20255 min read
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