2026 Motorcycle Drag Racing Derby

Spring Opener 2026 | May 1–3
Ohio Valley Dragway – West Point, Kentucky

The 2026 season launches in full force at Ohio Valley Dragway with the Motorcycle Drag Racing Derby Spring Opener, a three-day showdown packed with test sessions, qualifying, grudge racing, and guaranteed payouts across a stacked lineup of classes.

Located at 17150 Dixie Highway in West Point, KY, this event brings together top Sportsman racers, index competitors, and grudge heavy hitters for one of the most diverse race weekends of the spring.

Event Overview

Racers and fans can expect a full weekend of action beginning Friday with test-and-tune sessions, followed by qualifying on Saturday and eliminations on Sunday. Whether you’re dialing in a setup or chasing a win light, this event is built for serious competition.

Friday – May 1
Gates open at 2:00 PM
Test & Tune from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Test & Tune entry: $60

Saturday – May 2
Tech & registration: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Qualifying begins at 10:00 AM
Three qualifying rounds per class

Sunday – May 3
Gates open at 8:00 AM
10:00 AM shakedown
First round of eliminations follows

Race Format & Classes

All index classes qualify on Saturday and race on Sunday, while Street E.T. and Pro E.T. competitors race both days, giving racers maximum track time and opportunity.

A dedicated grudge/test session follows each Ultra 4.60 qualifier, keeping the action constant throughout the weekend.

Featured Classes:
Street E.T.
Pro E.T.
Ultra Sportsman
Super Comp (5.60)
Top Gas (5.10)
Ultra 4.60
Grudge Shootout
Open Grudge Racing

Payout Highlights (Guaranteed)

This event delivers strong, guaranteed payouts across all major classes:

Ultra 4.60 – $4,000 to win
Top Gas (5.10) – $2,000 to win
Super Comp (5.60) – $1,500 to win
Grudge Shootout – $5,000 to win
Pro E.T. – $1,500 to win
Street E.T. – $1,000 to win
Ultra Sportsman – $1,200 to win

Additional payouts extend to runner-up and semifinal finishers across all categories.

Rules & Key Notes
Street E.T.: No slicks, no wheelie bars (hand-operated sliders permitted)
Grudge Shootout: Only rule — no wheelie bars
Grudge Racing + Test & Tune available all weekend
All payouts are guaranteed

Admission
Friday Spectator: $20
Saturday Only: $25
Sunday Only: $25
Weekend Pass (Fri–Sun): $60

Contact Information
Race Info: 502-643-2198
Track Info: 502-922-4152

If you’re looking to start the season with real competition, real payouts, and nonstop track time, the Motorcycle Drag Racing Derby Spring Opener delivers. From dialed-in index racing to raw grudge battles, this is where racers come to set the tone for 2026.