Prattville, Alabama (October 7, 2026) — Another stacked weekend of Alabama racing is almost here for us to enjoy, with everything from dirt tracks to pavement and even road racing being represented.
Read the story below to find out where all the action will be taking place across the Yellowhammer State this weekend.
Weekend Highlight Race
North Alabama Speedway (Tuscumbia, Al)
Thunder on the Shoals: Friday, October 9th
The stars and cars of the Southern Thunder Super Dirt Series are set to invade North Alabama Speedway on Friday, October 9th for their ‘Thunder on the Shoals’ event. 602 Late Models, Open-Wheel Modifieds, Factory Stocks, and FWD divisions will also compete under the Friday night lights in Tuscumbia.
Other Racing Across Alabama
Barber Motorsports Park (Leeds, Al)
21st Annual Barber Vintage Festival: October 9-11
It’s almost time for one of Birmingham’s biggest automotive events of the year, the Barber Vintage Festival. The event will feature several kinds of on-track action, manufacturer displays, and fan activities throughout the property. Most notably, AHRMA Motorcycle Racing competitors will take to the track, with tons of action taking place for them throughout the weekend.
Cottonwood Speedway (Cottonwood, Al)
6th Annual Peanut Classic: October 9-10
Two nights of action are slated to take place at Cottonwood Speedway, near Dothan. Paying homage to the city’s agricultral status, the aptly named Peanut Classic will return for the sixth time ever. Friday night’s action will include Non-Wing Sprints, Factory Stocks, Vintage Cars, Crown Vics, FWD Stocks, and FWD Beginners. Saturday’s lineup features the 602 Late Models, Non-Wing Sprints, Factory Stocks, Vintage Cars, Crown Vics, and FWD Stocks.
Mobile International Speedway (Irvington, Al)
Weekly Racing: Saturday, October 10th
The penultimate event of the season at Irvington’s Mobile International Speedway is set to take place on Saturday. The night will feature racing action across five divisions: Street Stocks, Pure Stocks, Outlaw Late Models, Crown Vics, and Legacy Cars.
Talladega Short Track (Eastaboga, Al)
AHRMA Motorcycle Racing/Ice Bowl Qualifier: October 9-10
Much like Cottonwood Speedway, Talladega Short Track will feature two separate nights of racing fun. Friday’s program will be comprised of AHRMA motorcycle action in conjunction with the nearby Barber Vintage Festival. Saturday will feature a more traditional dirt track lineup with the Ice Bowl qualifier, an event where all feaure winners will be locked into January’s Ice Bowl features. Divisions competing on Saturday include CRUSA 604 Late Models, CRUSA 602 Late Models, TST Sportsmen, CRUSA Modifieds, Factory Stocks, Hot Shots (who will race for double points), and Mini Stocks.
West Alabama Speedway (Winfield, Al)
Samantha Wilson/”Big Brian” Ballard Memorial Races: Saturday, October 10th
A special event is shaping up for Saturday evening at West Alabama Speedway. The night will serve as the 3rd Annual Samantha Wilson Memorial, as well as the Inaugural “Big Brian” Ballard Memorial. Divisions competing include 602 Late Models, Open-Wheel Modifieds, Factory Stocks, Pure Stocks, Mini Stocks, Hot Shots, and a Powder Puff race.
Cover photo: Southern Thunder Super Dirt Series