Prattville, Alabama (September 3, 2026) — A stacked lineup of racing action is set to occur this weekend across Alabama. Labor Day weekend festivities are slated to be celebrated across eight tracks from different corners of the Yellowhammer State. This story will highlight all the short track action taking place across Alabama over the next few days.
Weekend Highlight Race
Mobile International Speedway (Irvington, Al)
Battle on the Bayou: Saturday, September 5
One of the biggest races of the weekend will be the Battle on the Bayou at Mobile International Speedway. The stars and cars of the ASA Southern Super Series highlight the weekend’s lineup, but they’re not the only division taking part in the fun. Outlaw Late Models, Pure Stocks, Crown Stocks, and Legacy Cars will also compete on Saturday night.
Other Racing Across the State
Buckshot Speedway (Clanton, Al)
Weekly Racing: Saturday, September 5
Racing returns to Buckshot Speedway this Saturday. The announcement of this weekend’s race came shortly after another announcement from the track in August that stated that racing was postponed for the time being. The track hasn’t announced what classes will be competing, but it’s important to note that racing appears to be back on the menu for the Clanton, Al. facility’s forseeable future.
Fort Payne Motor Speedway (Fyffe, Al)
Weekly Racing: Saturday, September 5
This Saturday will serve as the final points-paying event of the season for Fort Payne Motor Speedway. The night will feature a full racing program with seven total divisions. B-Hobby, Bomber, 604 Late Models, Open Wheel Modifieds, 602 Late Models, Limited Late Models, and FWD Cars will all be racing on Saturday.
Huntsville Speedway (Huntsville, Al)
Weekly Racing: Saturday, September 5
This weekend’s event at Huntsville Speedway will pay special tribute to a former racer. The night of local racing will be dedicated to the memory of Jonathan Wilson, who passed away in August. Open Wheel Modifieds, Super Stocks, Buzz, Pure Stocks, Sportsmen, and Hot Shots will be part of the special Saturday night show.
North Alabama Speedway (Tuscumbia, Al)
Tri-State Open Wheel Modifieds: Saturday, September 5
This week’s lineup of action at North Alabama Speedway is headlined by a visit from the Tri-State Open Wheel Modified Series, but that’s not all. 602 Late Models, Mini Stocks, Factory Stocks, Vintage Cars, and Buzz Cars will all hold feature events on Saturday night.
Penton Raceway (La Fayette, Al)
Third Annual Sweet Home Alabama Classic: Saturday, September 5
A special three-day show at Penton Raceway to come to a climactic conclusion on Saturday night. The third running of the Sweet Home Alabama Classic will consist of eight divisions. Limited Late Models, 602 Late Models, 602 Chargers, Southern Outlaw Hobby, Open Wheel Modifieds, Bombers, 4-Cylinder FWD, and Crown Vics are all slated to race.
Talladega Short Track (Eastaboga, Al)
Labor Day Bash: Sunday, September 6
The only show scheduled for this upcoming Sunday is the Labor Day Bash at Talladega Short Track. The USCS Sprint Cars are coming to town, with TST Sportsmen, 604 Late Models, 602 Late Models, CRUSA Modifieds, Factory Stocks, Hot Shots, and Mini Stocks will all be part of the show as well.
West Alabama Speedway (Winfield, Al)
Weekly Racing: Saturday, September 5
Another rendition of weekly racing action will make its way to West Alabama Speedway on Saturday. 602 Late Models, Open Wheel Modifieds, Street Stocks, Factory Stocks, Mini Stocks, Hot Shots, and Pure Street competitors will all compete.
Cover photo: Reid Scott