From Steven Blakesley
Calistoga, CA — (October 3, 2012) — $7,500 will be on the line for the winner as Calistoga Speedway will celebrate the 75th anniversary of racing action at the Napa County Fairgrounds with a one-night-only 360 Sprint Car spectacular on Saturday October 27. The commemorative event will award more than $50,000 as one of the richest 360 Sprint Car events on the West Coast and is expected to attract top talent to the half-mile oval.
Since 1937, Calistoga Speedway has been a fixture on the West Coast racing scene and is one of the oldest operating dirt tracks in the nation. The opportunity to compete for strong prize money in an historic race has already drawn more than 20 pre-entered drivers. Entries will be capped at 60 cars for this Saturday night special show. Not only will the event pay $7,500 to win, it will also pay $750 to start the feature. All told, more than $45,000 has been posted for the feature event alone.
The early entry deadline has been extended to Monday October 8, where entry will be just $75. Any entries received after October 8 will be $100, not including pit passes. Pit passes will be $40 and overnight camping will be available for $25 per night (space is limited).
Calistoga Speedway has entertained a variety of winged and non-wing, 410 and 360 Sprint Cars throughout a busy schedule this season.
Sprint Car race winners at Calistoga in 2012 have included St. Helena’s Rico Abreu and Tim Kaeding during the Memorial Day weekend for King of the West, Chico’s Mason Moore in the Civil War event in August, Hollister’s Ryan Bernal and West Sacramento’s Kyle Hirst during the USAC/CRA “Louie Vermeil Classic” on Labor Day weekend, and Donny Schatz with the World of Outlaws in September.
A family friendly atmosphere is planned with many activities to be announced in the coming weeks leading up to the show. Reserved seating is on sale online now for $45.00 in the covered stands. The uncovered bleacher seating will be general admission at $25.00 for adults. General admission for kids 12 and under will be free.
Race fans and local businesses can also participate in the race by making a tax-deductible donation. Donation amounts range from $100 to $500 and include admission, parking passes, and recognition in the souvenir program. Information on how to donate to the 75th Anniversary Commemorative Race is available online as well.
For more information on the 75th Anniversary Commemorative Race including ticket purchases and entry forms, log on to www.CalistogaSpeedway.org or call (707) 942-5111.