Dick Gaines Memorial Sprint Car Race at Lawrenceburg Speedway
The Dick Gaines Memorial Sprint Car Race returns to the legendary Lawrenceburg Speedway in Lawrenceburg, Indiana on September 5, 2026, bringing with it an unforgettable night of high-octane, wheel-to-wheel racing action. This tribute event honors a beloved figure in the local motorsports community, and racers and fans alike come together each year to celebrate that legacy in the most fitting way possible — with fierce, flat-out competition on one of the most exciting short tracks in the Midwest.
Fans who make the trip to Lawrenceburg Speedway can expect a jam-packed card featuring some of the most entertaining classes in grassroots racing. The Kelsey Chevrolet Sprints will be the headline act, delivering the thunderous, wing-on speed and daring slide jobs that sprint car fans live for. Alongside them, the Ohio Valley Legend Cars will bring their own brand of door-to-door intensity, while the B Modifieds add even more horsepower and attitude to the night’s lineup. Rounding out the action are the Hornets and Crown Vics, classes known for producing wild, unpredictable racing that keeps the crowd on its feet from green flag to checkered.
Lawrenceburg Speedway has long been regarded as one of the premier short track facilities in the region, and its reputation for producing close, hard-fought racing makes it the perfect stage for a memorial event of this magnitude. The tight, high-banked oval rewards both raw speed and savvy racecraft, meaning drivers have to bring everything they’ve got to find their way to Victory Lane. Whether you’re a lifelong sprint car devotee or a newcomer discovering the thrill of short track racing, this event offers something for every motorsports fan in attendance.
Mark your calendar for September 5, 2026, and make plans to be at Lawrenceburg Speedway for what promises to be a spectacular evening of racing that pays fitting tribute to Dick Gaines and the spirit of competition he represented. With multiple exciting classes, a passionate fan atmosphere, and the electric energy of a well-run short track event, the Dick Gaines Memorial Sprint Car Race is absolutely not to be missed. Come early, find a great seat, and get ready for a night of motorsports action you’ll be talking about long after the dust settles.
Lawrenceburg Speedway
Lawrenceburg Speedway, Rudolph Way, Greendale, Lawrenceburg Township, Dearborn County, Indiana, 47025, United States
