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AMERICAN RACER PRO STOCK 75, EVERETT’S TRIPLE CROWN ACTION SPREAD ACROSS FAST FRIDAY, NASCAR SATURDAY THIS WEEK
Seekonk Speedway is back on track for another two days of racing this weekend, June 12 and 13, with Fast Friday and NASCAR Saturday hitting the Action Track of the East full speed
5 days ago6 min read


EVERETT’S TRIPLE CROWN CONTINUES, SPECTATOR DRAGS JOIN NASCAR SATURDAY THIS WEEK
For the first time in the new year, Seekonk Speedway will hit the track for two straight days of racing competition this weekend. On Friday, May 29, the Fast Friday season begins for six divisions, while NASCAR Saturday returns for round three on Saturday, May 30
May 265 min read


JENISON USES THE HIGH GROOVE TO GET BACK TO LATE MODEL VICTORY LANE
Former Late Model champion Mark Jenison used the outside lane for much of Saturday’s 30-lap main event, and it worked out in his favor. Jenison held off a strong drive by Manny Dias to score the Late Model win in the second week of NASCAR Local Racing Series action on NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour J&R Precast 150 night.
May 171 min read


HELGER TAKES CHECKERED FLAG IN SECOND CAREER SPORT TRUCK START
Richie Helger Jr. wasted little time getting to Victory Lane on NASCAR Saturday. Helger took the top spot early in Saturday’s NASCAR Local Racing Series Sport Truck main event, in front of a packed house on hand for the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour J&R Precast 150, and in just his second career start, the driver of the No. 99 rocketed to victory lane.
May 171 min read


MCKENNEDY REIGNS SUPREME IN J&R PRECAST NASCAR WHELEN MODIFIED TOUR 150
The first of two NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour stops at Seekonk Speedway for 2026 proved to be a quick, competitive race for the top Modified stars in the J&R Precast 150.
May 172 min read


DAVE DARLING CONTINUES PRO STOCK DOMINANCE WITH OPENING DAY WIN
David Darling won his ninth Pro Stock title to finish out 2025, and came out swinging to open the new year, looking to capture an elusive 10th driving title this season. Darling won the opener of the NASCAR Local Racing Series Pro Stock season, taking the top spot from Mike Brightman and sailing away to victory lane. The Move of the Race: Former Pro Stock champion Kenny Spencer had to go to the rear early, but charged through the pack and finished in third, on the podium. It
May 41 min read


Seekonk Speedway To Open 81st Season of Short-Track Racing With Jam Packed Weekend May 2nd & 3rd
SEEKONK, Mass. — After a long winter, one filled with some of the largest snow totals in the last decade, Seekonk Speedway is dried out and ready to open the 81st season of short-track racing at the Action Track of the East this weekend. Sunday, May 3, marks opening day for all four NASCAR Local Racing Series divisions, competing for the first checkered flags of the season. One day prior, the annual Classic Car Show in the front parking lot, joined by the final test and tune
Apr 283 min read


Bethesda Leadership Group Supporting NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Mid-Week July Stop at Seekonk Speedway
New for 2026, the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour will visit Seekonk Speedway twice in the same year, for the first time in the history of the Action Track of the East.
Apr 184 min read


Raising Cane's Backing Fan Appreciation Night at Seekonk Speedway on August 22
Raising Cane’swill be the major backer behind Fan Appreciation Night, which includes the annual Pit Party, on Saturday, August 22. This event will also serve as the final round of the regular season ahead of the Sunoco Drive For The Cup for the NASCAR Saturday Pro Stocks, Late Models, Sportsman and Sport Trucks. It will help set the Final Four drivers heading to the final four weeks to battle for the championship.
Apr 82 min read


NASCAR Saturday Storylines To Watch As Seekonk’s 81st Season Begins
The 2026 NASCAR Saturday season at Seekonk Speedway is upon us, with four returning divisions set to compete in the NASCAR Local Racing Series.
Apr 65 min read


🏆🔧 HUGE CONGRATS TO SOUTHEASTERN REGIONAL! 🔧🏆
Shoutout to Southeastern Regional Vocational School for taking home the win at Sunday’s Small Engine Build-Off Competition , presented by the Mass Cruisers and proudly sponsored by Seekonk Speedway! 💪🔥 The competition was stacked with talent, including impressive teams from Norfolk County Agricultural School and Blue Hills Vocational School —but Southeastern rose to the top with an incredible build and performance! 👏 Special thanks to Race Director Len Ellis , who was on
Mar 221 min read


SEEKONK SPEEDWAY INTRODUCES ADJUSTED SUNOCO DRIVE FOR THE CUP FORMAT FOR 2026
Seekonk Speedway officials announced today a revised format for the 2026 Sunoco Drive For The Cup championship playoffs. The new format continues to emphasize that every single lap, from race one until the checkered flag, matters more than ever. The 2026 playoff format will include “The Final Four” in each one of Seekonk Speedway’s divisions, who will compete for the championship over the final four weeks of Fast Friday and NASCAR Saturday.
Feb 233 min read


Columbus Energies Returns as Sponsor of Seekonk Speedway’s Rookie of the Year Program
There’s nothing quite like the excitement of a rookie season — the nerves, the learning curve, and that first taste of victory under the lights. For the 2026 season, that journey just got even better at Seekonk Speedway, as Columbus Energies proudly returns as the official sponsor of the Speedway’s Rookie of the Year Program.
Feb 222 min read


NASCAR introduces the NASCAR Local Racing Series Powered by O’Reilly Auto Parts
NASCAR today announced the launch of the NASCAR Local Racing Series Powered by O’Reilly Auto Parts, a strategic reframing of its longstanding grassroots racing platform designed to more clearly reflect the vital role local short tracks play in communities across the United States and Canada.
Feb 162 min read


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.
Jan 32 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 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


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
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