NHRA D3 Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Summernationals at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of tire-smoking, rubber-burning drag racing action as Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park plays host to the NHRA Division 3 Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Summernationals from August 7–9, 2026. This thrilling event brings together some of the most competitive grassroots drag racers in the country, all vying for precious points, prestige, and the chance to prove themselves on one of motorsport’s most storied strips. Whether you’re a lifelong fan of the sport or discovering the raw excitement of drag racing for the first time, this is one event you won’t want to miss.
The NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series represents the backbone of American drag racing, showcasing elite amateur and sportsman competitors who pour their passion, skill, and dedication into every single run. Division 3 brings together talented racers from across the Midwest, and the Summernationals is one of the premier stops on the series calendar. Expect fierce competition across a wide range of classes as drivers push their machines — and themselves — to the absolute limit in pursuit of victory on the legendary dragstrip at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park.
Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park is one of the most iconic and beloved drag racing facilities in the world, offering fans an incredible atmosphere and outstanding sightlines to soak in every heart-pounding pass down the quarter mile. The rumble of engines, the thunderclap of a perfect launch, and the electric energy of the crowd all combine to create an experience that is uniquely and unmistakably drag racing. Attending a live event here is something that resonates with motorsports fans long after the final run is made.
With three action-packed days of competition scheduled across August 7, 8, and 9, 2026, there’s plenty of time to take it all in, whether you’re trackside watching intense bracket battles unfold or exploring the pits and connecting with the passionate competitors who make this sport so special. The NHRA D3 Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Summernationals is a celebration of speed, skill, and the enduring spirit of drag racing — mark your calendar and make your plans to be there.
Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park
10267 East U.S. Highway 136 Indianapolis, IN 46234
