Dirt Track World Championship

October 15–17, 2026 • Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

Dirt Track
World Championship

The 46th Annual DTWC comes home to West Virginia. Three days. The biggest names in dirt late model racing. One $100,000 championship.

OCT 15–17 Three Days of Racing
$100,000 DTWC Winner
46th Annual Championship
WVMS Mineral Wells, WV
THE HOMECOMING

One Of Dirt Racing's Biggest Weekends Is Almost Here.

The Dirt Track World Championship returns to West Virginia Motor Speedway for the first time since 2010.

This isn't just another race weekend. It's championship weekend.

The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series season finale brings the best dirt late model racers in the country to Mineral Wells for a three-day battle that culminates with one of the sport's most prestigious trophies and a $100,000 payday.


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FOUR DIVISIONS • BIG MONEY

There's A Lot More Than One Race.

From the opening night to the finale, every night brings side by side racing and serious money.

$100K DTWC Winner
$5K Steel Block LM
$5K Modified Winner
$2K Sport Mod Winner
YOUR SEAT IS WAITING

Don't Just Watch The Championship. Be Here.

Three days of racing, the fall colors of West Virginia, packed grandstands and one of the biggest purses in dirt racing.

At The Gate

Thursday $30
Friday $45
Saturday $60
3-Day Adult $120

Kids 5 & under are FREE. Kids 6–12 are $60 advance / $80 at the gate.

A Race You'll Remember Forever.

Saturday A Series Champion Is Crowned!

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STAY AT THE SPEEDPLANT

Don't Drive Home After The Checkered Flag.

Wake up at the track. Walk to the action. Make the DTWC a true race-weekend experience with on-site camping.

VIP Ridgeline

$500

SOLD OUT

Pitside Camping

$75

SOLD OUT

Creekside Camping

$75

Limited availability. Reserved camping.

VIP Creekside

$100

SOLD OUT

Camping is primitive/dry camping. No water or electric hookups are available. Overflow camping will be available on a first-come, first-served basis as applicable.

RESERVE CAMPING → CAMPING INFORMATION →
FOUR CLASSES • THREE NIGHTS

The Biggest Event In Track History.

The DTWC isn't built around one race. It's a full weekend of Qualifying, Heats, B-Mains, Features and Championship racing.

01

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

$100,000
02

Modified Mafia Tour

$5,000
03

Ohio Valley Steel Block

$5,000
04

USMPA Sport Mods

$2,000
OCTOBER 15 • 16 • 17

The Weekend At A Glance.

The complete event schedule is coming soon. Times and race order are subject to change.

Thursday • October 15

Opening Night

  • Steel Block Late Models
  • Heats & B-Mains
  • $5,000-to-win 35-lap feature
  • Sport Mods
  • $2,000-to-win 20-lap feature
Friday • October 16

Preliminary Night

  • Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
  • Qualifying & Heats
  • Twin $5,000-to-win 25s
  • UMP Modified Qualifying & Heats
Saturday • October 17

DTWC Finale

  • Lucas Oil Last Chance Races
  • Jim Dunn Non-Qualifier
  • 100-lap Dirt Track World Championship
  • $100,000 to win
  • Modified B-Mains & $5,000-to-win feature


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NEED A ROOM?

Stay Close To The Track.

Make the DTWC a full weekend in Mineral Wells and the Mid-Ohio Valley.

Hampton Inn & Suites

Official DTWC Host Hotel
64 Elizabeth Pike
Mineral Wells, WV
(304) 489-2900

Microtel Inn & Suites

94 Old Nicholette Rd
Mineral Wells, WV
(304) 596-8787

Comfort Suites

167 Elizabeth Pike
Mineral Wells, WV
(304) 699-0886

Holiday Inn Express

80 Old Nicholette Rd
Mineral Wells, WV
(304) 489-4111

American Way RV Park

16 Dawson Ave
Mineral Wells, WV
(304) 850-8300

A CHAMPIONSHIP WITH A HISTORY

The DTWC Has Been Making History For Decades.

The Dirt Track World Championship is one of dirt late model racing's legendary crown-jewel events. The race has traveled throughout the region and has been contested at West Virginia Motor Speedway multiple times throughout its history.

Now the championship returns to Mineral Wells for a new chapter on the reconfigured WVMS oval.

46th Annual DTWC
100 Championship Laps
$100K Winner's Purse
DRIVERS & TEAMS

Bringing A Race Car?

Find the rules, registration information and tech requirements before heading to the DTWC.


LUCAS OIL LATE MODEL RULES → DRIVERS REGISTERED →
GOOD TO KNOW

DTWC Questions?

Where is the Dirt Track World Championship?

West Virginia Motor Speedway, 788 Speedway Road, Mineral Wells, West Virginia.

When is the 2026 DTWC?

Thursday through Saturday, October 15–17, 2026.

What Time Do Gates Open?

All gates open at 10am DAILY. Chairs can be placed at 10am Thursday.

Are kids free?

Kids 5 and under are free. Kids 6–12 are $60 in advance or $80 at the gate.

Can I camp at WVMS?

Yes. WVMS offers several camping areas for the DTWC, including reserved Creekside and VIP Creekside camping, subject to availability.

What Time Does It Start?

Racing starts at 5:00pm daily. Check WVMS social media and the event page for updates.

OCTOBER 15–17 • WEST VIRGINIA MOTOR SPEEDWAY

The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Championship!

Don't wait until race weekend to decide you're coming. Get your tickets. Reserve your seats. Plan your trip.

RESERVE YOUR SEAT → RESERVE CAMPING →

DTWC Entry List

2026 Dirt Track World Championship • West Virginia Motor Speedway

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Showing all entries

Super Late Models

Sport Mods

UMP Modifieds

Steel Block Late Models

The Biggest Day In Dirt Late Model Racing!

DTWC Past Champions

Honoring the drivers who have etched their names into Dirt Track World Championship history.

Year Champion Race Track
45 Champions