If you’re a true motorsports fan, New Hampshire Motor Speedway (NHMS) is the place to be during New England’s only NASCAR Playoffs weekend, Sept. 19-21. Known as “The Magic Mile,” NHMS delivers non-stop action, unforgettable energy and a fan-first experience that ranks among the best in NASCAR. Here are the top-five can’t-miss experiences for race lovers headed to Loudon:
- NASCAR Cup Series Playoff Race | Sunday, Sept. 21 at 2 p.m.
The main event. Watch the sport’s biggest stars kick off the Round of 12 in the NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) Playoffs. With championship hopes on the line, every lap matters on the tight, flat turns of this challenging short track. NHMS demands perfection, and that means bold, aggressive moves, late-race drama and edge-of-your-seat energy.
- Team EJP 100 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Playoff Race | Saturday, Sept. 20 at 12 p.m.
One of the biggest highlights this year is the return of the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series for the first time since 2017. These hungry young drivers will leave it all on the line and battle it out to stay alive in the Playoffs. It’s high stakes, high intensity and high-speed fun at the Team EJP 175.
- Mohegan Sun 100 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Race | Saturday, Sept. 20 at 9:15 a.m.
The NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour kicks Doubleheader Saturday off and brings a different level of energy to NHMS. These lightweight, high-powered machines put on some of the most competitive racing in the country. The Mohegan Sun 100 features some of the best short-track racers in the U.S., and no one races harder than a Modified driver with a Loudon win in reach.
- SIG SAUER Academy Dirt Duels | Friday, Sept. 19 at 4 p.m.
The SIG SAUER Academy Dirt Duels at The Flat Track offer a gritty kickoff to the weekend. Featuring Sprint Cars of New England, two classes of Granite State Micro Sprints and the Xtreme Dirt Midget Association, this Friday night show will tear up the dirt in a spectacle of grassroots racing under the lights – perfect for fans who love raw speed and wheel-to-wheel chaos.
- Fan Zone and Track Access
The Fan Zone is the heartbeat of the NHMS experience. Open all weekend, it’s the ultimate playground for race fans packed with live music, driver appearances, interactive sponsor displays, giveaways, games and more. Don’t miss your chance to get up close with your favorite drivers during autograph sessions and on-stage Q&As.
Enhance your weekend with a Track Pass, which offers access to NCS driver introductions and the opportunity to walk the frontstretch before the green flag drops on Sunday. It’s a must-do for any die-hard fan.
Fuel your need for speed! Get tickets now at NHMS.com.
