The Dave Smith Motors World of Outlaws World Finals storms into America's Home for Racing Wednesday through Saturday, Nov. 4-7, bringing four days of adrenaline-fueled competition, three national racing series and a festival atmosphere that puts fans closer to the action.

Whether you're a lifelong dirt racing diehard or a first-timer looking for a different kind of horsepower, World Finals delivers a full-throttle experience unlike any other.

THREE SERIES. THREE CHAMPIONSHIPS. ONE EPIC FINALE.

The biggest names in dirt racing will battle for bragging rights, championship hardware and one of the sport's most prestigious trophies.

  • Sprint Cars: Defending World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series champion David Gravel arrives with a 124-point lead, looking to add another championship to his resume after World Finals victories in 2024 and 2025.
  • Late Models: Bobby Pierce brings a 76-point advantage into Charlotte, seeking to continue his championship run after capturing the event's top prize each of the past two years.
  • Big-Block Modifieds: The Super DIRTcar Series joins the championship showdown, bringing its own brand of hard-charging, wheel-to-wheel action to the four-day spectacle.

The road to glory: Wednesday's qualifying sessions set the stage for feature racing Thursday and Friday before Saturday's championship finale crowns the season's best across all three divisions.

THE FUN DOESN'T STOP AT THE CHECKERED FLAG

World Finals isn't just a race. It's a four-day celebration of dirt racing, packed with opportunities to meet the stars, experience the sport's personality and make memories beyond the grandstands.

Here's what fans won't want to miss:

  • Fan Fest: The midway opens daily at noon with entertainment, souvenir shopping and activities for fans of all ages.
  • Meet the stars: The DIRTVision Stage brings fans face-to-face with drivers, racing personalities and special guests through live programming and appearances throughout the weekend.
  • Fan favorites: World of Outlaws Gameday, a trading card meet-up, the Benevolent Fund Auction and Flaggin' with Farney add to the off-track excitement.
  • The 4x3 Parade: Friday's fan-favorite spectacle brings Sprint Cars, Late Models and Big-Block Modifieds onto the track together for the only time all season.
  • A championship-sized Saturday: All-division driver introductions, a flyover and championship celebrations bring the 2026 season to a memorable close.

The bottom line: From the roar of the engines to the personalities behind the wheel, World Finals offers fans an opportunity to experience dirt racing from every angle.

WORLD FINALS BY THE NUMBERS

  • 4 days of high-speed action, Nov. 4-7
  • 3 national series battling for championship glory
  • 1,000+ laps of championship racing
  • Over 160 drivers from across the country
  • 47 states and 4 countries represented among fans, including travelers from as far away as New Zealand
  • 4 nights of feature racing under the lights

YOUR TICKET TO THE ACTION

There's still time to make plans for one of dirt racing's biggest weekends.

When: Wednesday-Saturday, Nov. 4-7

Where: The Dirt Track at Charlotte Motor Speedway

Daily schedule:

  • Noon: Fan Fest and souvenir areas open
  • 3 p.m.: Grandstand gates open
  • 4:45 p.m. Wednesday: On-track action begins
  • 4 p.m. Thursday-Saturday: On-track action begins

Tickets: Four-day passes start at just $139. Visit www.charlottemotorspeedway.com/tickets.

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