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Cordova’s signature two-day nitro spectacle, The Twisted ShifterZ – 360 Steel SUMMERNATIONALS returns with Twisted ShifterZ & 360 Steel. Witness Funny Car Showdown, Extreme Top Fuel, Fuel Altereds, Jet Cars, Pro Stockers, and Sportsman Shootouts. Live music, two-day tickets for $30, and ground-pounding action await. Get your crew trackside!
Cordova Dragway announcesthe biggest ticket savings of the year — but only for a limited time.
Introducing the Triple Race Pack Ticket — available now through May 30, 2026.
The team at Twisted Shifterz wanted to make sure you spend less while experiencing the absolute best racing events of the summer. Three incredible events. One unbeatable deal.
Secure your Triple Race Pack today: cordova.tracksideapp.com/triple-race-pack
Real Builders Battle for 100% Payouts on May 8-9, 2026
This popular grassroots event celebrates true car builders and rewards them with bigger payouts. The Builder’s Brawl is open to everyone. Drivers who qualify as builders receive 100% of the payout, while non-builders receive 75%. It’s all about skill, knowledge, and craftsmanship.
Friday, May 8 – Cash Days for Big Tire & 10.5 Showdown and Friday Night Testing
Saturday, May 9 – Junior Dragster action in the morning and Daily Driver & Street Muscle Cruise starts at noon
Classes Include: Daily Driver, Street Muscle, Dirty 6’s, High 5, 10.5 Showdown, RWYB 4.50 Index, Big Tire, Balls Out Big Tire, and Junior Dragsters.
Key Rules:
– One engine and one transmission per car (rebuilds allowed at the track)
– Driver must personally qualify as the builder
– Chip draw for all runs (except Daily Driver)
– Instant green starts with water burnouts only
– NHRA safety rules required
– Credibility Challenge available
See the complete event flyer here
For full rules and details, visit: buildersbrawl.com/general-rules
El Bandido Yankee Tequila Company, in partnership with Cordova Dragway, presents the “Joliet Jaunt.”
Cordova Dragway racers and fans can enjoyably ride a luxury bus to the Route 66 NHRA Nationals on May 16, 2026. This day trip includes a luxury bus with drinks and snacks, tailgating at the track, and hassle-free transportation. No driving headaches, no parking fees — just fun!
The package also includes your admission ticket and reserved seating, all for $138 per person.
Get your tickets at cordova.tracksideapp.com and reserve your seat today!
.Cordova Dragway will host its popular Spring Swap Meet on Saturday, May 2nd, 2026, as part of the Spring Ignitor event. Whether you have a hot rod ready for the track, are still working on one, or have hardcore racing parts to sell, this is your chance.
A spacious 10’x20’ swap booth is available for only $20. Bring your items to sell or come hunt for great deals on parts, tools, and racing hardware. Gates open at 11:00 AM with Track Hot at 1:00 PM.
The day also features the first 2026 Quarter-Max Racing Components Bracket Points Championship Race, Test-N-Tune, Trophy, and Junior Dragster action. For info contact: Info@cordovadragway.com or (309) 654-2110. Visit cordovadragway.com
View the event poster on our Media Page
The Cordova Dragway SPRING IGNITOR is sneaking up fast and ready to launch the 70th Season of Cordova Drag Racing with the first Quarter-Max Racing Components Bracket Series event!
Come fine-tune your hot rods with a full day of action including Test-N-Tune, Trophy, Gamblers, Junior Dragster All Run, Street Car Fun Run (DOT tires only – no race cars in fun run), plus Fun Runs and Rookie Races.
First 300 through the gate get a FREE commemorative wall poster!
Cordova Dragway’s 2026 Bracket Series, presented by Quarter-Max Racing Components, features 12 points races with significantly increased payouts. A new Motorcycle points class joins Top, Mod, Sportsman, and Junior Dragster categories. The season opens May 2 with the Spring Ignitor and Spring Swap Meet.
Our job fair will be held Saturday, April 4th 10 AM – 3 PM at Cordova Dragway Join the team at Cordova Dragway! We have several seasonal positions available.
We have many positions open, you can also see our full list of opportunities on our employment page.
All employment positions are on a part-time, seasonal basis (Friday-Sundays, April-October). If the position you’re interested in is currently full, we encourage you to submit your application regardless. If an opening were to happen, we will have your information and can contact you right away.
View our employment page for multiple ways to apply!
