75 years of NHRA. Ten days to celebrate it right.
Concerts, lanterns, pit access, and the fastest cars on earth running through NHRA's championship Countdown at Texas Motorplex. Ten days of festival leading up to the 4th of 6 playoff races in NHRA's 75th season.
WHEN: October 9th-18th, 2026
WHERE: The Historic Texas Motorplex
FULL SCHEDULE:
Friday, Oct. 9
Cattle Drive in Downtown Waxahachie
Saddle up for a Texas tradition! The Stampede of Speed kicks off with a high-noon cattle drive through downtown Waxahachie, officially starting the Fastest Ten Days in Texas!
Friday, Oct. 9 – Sunday, Oct. 11
Stars of Texas Music Festival
The Stars of Texas Music Festival kicks off the Stampede of Speed — the Fastest 10 Days in Texas. As we celebrate our 40th racing season, get ready for three nights of country music, lantern releases, BBQ, drag racing, bull riding, and Texas pride — bigger and better than ever.
Aaron Watson, Brad Paisley, & Travis Tritt Headling
Monday, Oct. 12 – Tuesday, Oct. 13
Lucas Oil Divisional Racing Series
Grassroots grit. National-caliber action. The Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series fires up the week with two days of intense competition from the best Sportsman racers in the country. From Stock to Super Comp, these drivers bring the heat and lay the foundation for everything the Stampede of Speed becomes.
Wednesday, Oct 14. – Sunday, Oct. 18
JEGS All-Stars + NHRA Texas Fall Nationals
The JEGS All-Stars bring together the fiercest weekend warriors in Sportsman racing—drivers who compete for the love of the sport. From Top Alcohol Funny Cars to Dragsters, they’re the best of the best, racing for glory and bragging rights.
Then, the NHRA Texas Fall Nationals turn up the heat. As a crucial playoff race, it’s where championships are won and legends are made. With high-stakes qualifying, Friday Night Live under the lights, the DRAW Auction, and a Sunday finale filled with victory and legacy—this event hits harder than ever.
Thursday, Oct. 15
Fan Fest in Railyard Park
Meet your favorite NHRA and JEGS All-Star drivers at the Pre-Stage Fan Fest in Railyard Park (Downtown Waxahachie) on Thursday evening! Enjoy live music, free autographs, and a festival vibe as Stampede of Speed hits full throttle.