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RAD Torque Raceway Nisku, Alberta
RAD Torque Raceway formerly known “Castrol Raceway” “Capital City Raceway Park”, “Capital Raceway”, “Labatt Raceway”, and “Budweiser Motorsports Park”, is a multi-track auto racing facility located just south of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Located on land leased from the Edmonton International Airport, the clay oval opened in 1991 and the dragstrip opened in 1992. The facility features an 8,500-seat ¼ mile NHRA-sanctioned dragstrip, and a 4,500-seat 3/8 mile clay oval. There is also a pro motocross track, a mini-sprint car track, and a 2.7 km road course which opened in 2013.
DRAG
DRAG RACING & EVENTS
At RAD Torque Raceway, we host an extensive schedule of drag racing events throughout the race season, offering excitement for a diverse range of racing enthusiasts. From Street Legal races to thrilling Jet Car spectacles, our events cater to all kinds of fans. Our drag strip is fully equipped to accommodate feature events, boasting a capacity of up to 15,000 fans. Additionally, we take pride in being the host venue for prestigious events such as the Rocky Mountain Nationals NHRA Canadian Open and Canada’s largest single-day drag racing extravaganza, Hot August Night Jet Car Show.
DRAG VENUE
Discover our facility with 22 enclosed suites, two tower lounges, cutting-edge control and timing systems, new LED scoreboards, and permanent restrooms. The adjacent paddock/pit area offers 12,000 sq. meters of unobstructed asphalt, perfect for large ride-and-drive events.
Watch the adrenaline-pumping drag races live on our YouTube channel, or tune in to the action on Race Radio 88.9 FM. Immerse yourself in the thrill of drag racing at our premier facility!
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ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONALS
JULY 12-14, 2024
Ladies and Gentlemen, start your engines and get ready for the most thrilling event of the year! The Rocky Mountain Nationals are back in 2024 and they’re bigger and better than ever before! Get ready to witness the best of Canada’s drag racing scene with 8 Nitro Funny Cars, 6 Nitro Altered, 10+Pro Mods, Alcohol & Top Dragsters, 6 Alcohol Funny Cars, Pro Fuel Bikes, and Jet Cars all in one place.
But that’s not all, the weekend will also feature the NHRA Canadian Open, where the top regional competitors will battle it out for the coveted NHRA ‘Wally’ Trophy. So mark your calendars and don’t miss out on this opportunity to witness the most exciting and adrenaline-fueled event of the year!
https://www.showpass.com/2024-rocky-mountain-nationals
ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONALS
FEATURING CMDRA
July 12-14, 2024
Witness the thrill of 600-pound, 600 HP drag bikes surpassing 200 MPH, showcasing cutting-edge bike technology. Coordinated in collaboration with the CMDRA (Canadian Motorcycle Drag Racing Association) and NHRA Div 6 Bracket Series, these races are an absolute must-see for avid drag racing enthusiasts.
More Info Visit http://www.cmdra.com/
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MIDAS HOT AUGUST NIGHT
AUGUST 14, 2024
FLAMES, SMOKE & SPEEDS APPROACHING 300MPH!
Experience the spectacular return of Hot August Night this summer! For one night only, enjoy a sensory overload with flaming skies, engine roars, burning fuel scent, powerful acceleration, and the taste of track-filled evening air.
Hot August Night features Chuck Haynes in the Gravity Storm Jet Car, Funny Cars, Pro Fuel Bikes, 200MPH Dragsters & MORE! The show is enhanced by Regional hard core competition and showcase exhibition with the EPS Blue Line Racing and RCMP YIELD Teams.
https://www.showpass.com/hot-august-night-2024
NHRA BRACKET DRAGS
MAY 11/12 NHRA BRACKET DRAGS
MAY 18 TUNERBASH
MAY 25/26 NHRA BRACKET DRAGS
JUNE 1/2 NHRA BRACKET DRAGS
JUNE 8/9 NHRA BRACKET DRAGS
JUNE 15/16 NHRA BRACKET DRAGS
JUNE 29 EXCITING NEW EVENT COMING
JULY 6/7 TOP E BIG BUX/NITRO RATZ PB&J
JULY 12-14 THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONALS
JULY 18/20 EXCITING NEW EVENT COMING
JULY 23 MILES OF MAYHEM
JULY 27 WESTERN MOPAR MADNESS
AUG 10/11 NHRA BRACKET DRAGS
AUG 14 MIDUS HOT AUGUST NIGHT
AUG 17/18 NHRA BRACKET DRAGS
AUG 31/01 NHRA BRACKET DRAGS
SEPT 7/8 NHRA BRACKET DRAGS
SEPT 14/15 NHRA BRACKET DRAGS
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STREET LEGAL DRAGS
May 3 – September 28, 2024
Presented by JB’s Power Center
RAD Torque Raceway proudly hosts JBs Power Centre Street Legal Drags on its NHRA-sanctioned 1/4 mile drag strip, attracting Canada’s fastest-growing community of street rods and sport compact cars. Since the rise of high-performance automotive culture, demand has surged, with competitors and spectators eagerly gathering to witness the excitement. We collaborate closely with the Leduc RCMP, Stony Plain RCMP, Edmonton Police Service, and local high schools to promote the sport and encourage young street racers to embrace their passion for speed in a safe environment.
Our pride and joy, the Street Legal Safety through Education racing program, aims to inspire speed enthusiasts in a safe, controlled, and enjoyable setting—far away from the streets. We’ve partnered with the Edmonton Police Services’ Blue Line Racing program and the RCMP Y.I.E.L.D. (Youth Initiative for Education in Lifestyle & Driving). Together, we are committed to fostering responsible street legal racing.
STREET LEGAL DRAGS
MAY 3, 24, 31
JUNE 14, 28
JULY 4 DRAG & DRIFT
JULY 26
AUG 9
AUG 30 SPEED FOR ALL
SEPT 5 DRAG & DRIFT
SEPT 13, 28, 28
https://www.showpass.com/jbs-power-centre-street-legal-2024
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OVAL
THE OVAL TRACK AT RAD TORQUE RACEWAY
Our 3/8-mile clay oval track is a source of pride, bringing together a diverse crowd of spectators. We’re delighted to host an audience that spans all backgrounds, including blue and white-collar individuals, kids, women, men, and seniors, all of whom frequent our venue week after week.
We’ve dedicated ourselves to creating a family-friendly atmosphere, with an array of programs and events that appeal to all ages. Our oval track boasts 22 open-air private seating skyboxes and permanent restroom facilities for guest comfort.
The illuminated infield area covers an impressive 500,000 square feet, making it perfect for evening events. With seating for up to 6,200 viewers, our facility offers a unifying experience that’s both exciting and memorable.
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ANNIHILATION NIGHT
June 15, 2024
Join us for a night of exhilarating family fun with the ultimate celebration of destruction!
Get ready to SMASH ‘EM, CRASH ‘EM, and DROP ‘EM in an evening of RIDICULOUS MAYHEM IN THE DIRT. Watch as cars are dropped from a crane just to see what happens—it’s an experience where anything goes.
Bring the whole family and enjoy a night of thrilling entertainment that promises fun and excitement for everyone!
GATES OPEN @ 5pm
SHOW STARTS @ 7pm
** Kids 5 & Under FREE**
crane-drop
https://radraceway.com/event/annihilation-night-2
MONSTER TRUCK THROWDOWN
MONSTER TRUCK THROWDOWN:
IT’S BIGGER & BETTER OUTSIDE!
AUGUST 23-25, 2024
Experience the heart-pounding action of Monster Truck Throwdown! With 8 incredible trucks and jaw-dropping stunts, this adrenaline-packed event promises non-stop thrills for all ages. Join us for an unforgettable family experience at Monster Truck Throwdown!
https://www.showpass.com/monstertruckthrowdown24
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
PIT PARTY DOOR OPEN @ 5PM
PUBLIC ADMISSION DOORS OPEN @ 6PM
SHOW BEGINS @ 7PM
SUNDAY
PIT PARTY DOORS OPEN @ 12PM
PUBLIC ADMISSION DOORS OPEN @ 1PM
SHOW BEGINS @ 2PM
** Kids 2 & Under FREE**
JOIN US EARLY FOR THE PIT PARTY
Exclusive entertainment for the whole family! Enjoy one-hour early entry, get up close and personal with drivers, trucks & more. Receive a limited edition event poster, enjoy fun family games and prizes, plus FREE ice cream! Only $10 per guest. (Limited availability)
DIRT TRACK RACING SERIES – NITE THUNDER
RAD Torque Raceway once again presents the iconic Nite Thunder Dirt Oval Series!
With a full schedule of oval track excitement planned for 2024, fans can expect to see a variety of spectacular racing action from the Alberta Extreme Sprints ripping up the clay at nearly 200 kph to the Northern Late Models, Hobby Stocks, Mini Stocks, 600 Mini Sprints and more.
Watch for special events like the Can/Am Sprint Cars and the Extreme Cup for the Sprint Cars and the Western Cup for Late Models.
Nite Thunder returns in 2024 bringing the history and legacy of YEG Dirt Track Racing to RAD Torque Raceway. The action packed dirt racing Nite Thunder Summer Series features endless potential for exciting racing.
DIRT RACING
May 10 – September 7, 2024
MAY 10/11
Alberta Extreme Sprints
Late Models
Alberta Outlaw Modifieds
Hobby Stocks
Mini Stocks
CAN/AM SPRINT CUP
MAY 24/25
JUNE 7/8
Alberta Extreme Sprints
600 Mini Sprints
Alberta Outlaw Modifieds
Hobby Stocks
Legends
JULY 26/27
Alberta Extreme Sprints
Late Models
IMCA Modifieds
Alberta Outlaw Modifieds
Mini Stocks
Legends
EXTREME SPRINT CUP
AUGUST 2/3
SEPTEMBER 6/7
Alberta Extreme Sprints
Late Models
IMCA Modifieds
600 Mini Sprints
Alberta Outlaw Modifieds
FANS IN THE STANDS
FRIDAY FAN GATES OPEN @ 5PM; ON-TRACK RACING @ 7PM
SATURDAY FAN GATES OPEN @ 4PM ON-TRACK RACING @ 6PM
ADULTS (Age 13yrs +) $17
YOUTH (Age 6-12yrs) $10
Kids 5 & Under FREE
ROAD COURSE
ROAD COURSE TRACK
HIGH-SPEED ROAD COURSE AT RAD TORQUE RACEWAY
There is no better place to have fun and test your skills than on the road course at RAD Torque Raceway. Our 2.7 km, 12 meters wide, 14-turn clockwise circuit is the most recently developed and highly anticipated venue at Canada’s premier motorsports park. The full circuit can be run in one of three configurations: 1.1 kms (Includes high-bank speedway turn), 1.5 kms, and 2.7 kms. The 1000’ straight-away is anticipated to allow the fastest vehicles to approach 300 kms/hour. The track is adjacent to an excellent spectator mound and grandstands. This option has been constructed with the west course separator so we can run two tracks simultaneously. The highly technical track is ideal for both novice and veteran closed-course enthusiasts.
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TRACK JUNKIES
Track Junkies is Alberta’s premier open-marquee performance driving program. We offer owners and drivers of high-performance and sports cars the opportunity to drive their cars on a closed road course at high speeds. We provide a safe environment for participants to explore the capabilities and limits of their high-performance and sports cars while improving their driving skills. Although not a racing series, many participants use their track time with us to hone the skills they use to race or to test and tune their race cars. An excellent opportunity for novice, intermediate, and pro drivers alike, our track days offer various run groups based on skill, speed, and comfort level in traffic, and we enforce coordinated passing etiquette for a safe driving experience. www.trackjunkies.ca
CANADIAN SUPERBIKE
JUNE 21/22
EDMONTON MOTORCYCLE ROAD RACING ASSOCIATION
Edmonton Motorcycle Roadracing Association is a non profit motorcycle road racing club located in the Edmonton. In a celebration of speed and skill, the EMRA host weekend race series events at RAD Torque Raceway & Stratotech Park showcasing the most agile competitors in our region. Motorcycle racing offers a spectacular level of finesse unseen in any other motorsport competition venture. The EMRA offers professional competition and instructional rider training. Visit www.EMRA.ca for more information.
EMRA 2024 Race Calendar
Race School – May 17 & 18 – Stratotech Park
Endurance Race – May 19 – Stratotech Park
Round 1 – June 8 – 9th – Rad Torque Raceway
Round 2/3 – July 12 – 14th (WCC Championship) – Stratotech Park
Round 4 – August 17 – 18th – Stratotech Park
Round 5/6 – September 13 – 15th – Rad Torque Raceway
EMRA Friday Night Track Attacks 5 P.M. to 9 P.M.
June 7th – Rad Torque Raceway
July 12th – Stratotech Park
August 16th – Stratotech Park
September 13th – Rad Torque Raceway
Edmonton Motorcycle Roadracing Association – EMRA
http://www.emra.ca/
https://www.facebook.com/emraroadracing/
MOTORCYCLE TRACK ATTACK & MOTORHEADS TRACK ATTACK
In partnership with EMRA and MOTORHEADS, we are thrilled to host Track Attack motorcycle track days. If you have a great time riding your bike on the street, get ready to improve your skills on an open track with none of the hazards of street riding and all of the safety of a closed course. Bring your skills to the next level; Our expert instructors will help develop your riding skills, from slow speed tight patterns, to high speed braking, obstacle avoidance and everything in between.
Program dates are open to licensed riders of every skill level. Each day will group riders into four groups: novice, intermediate, advance, and expert (race license required). Classroom and riding sessions for each level.
Some basic bike preparation is necessary to participate in an EMRA or MOTORHEADS Track Attack event. Many people ride their bike to the track and prep their bike before the session starts, and this is adequate as long as new riders are ready to go before the track walk.
BASIC BIKE PREP
Ensure the bike is in good working order (throttle should move freely, brake pads must have sufficient material, and brake fluid should be bled if fluid is old)
Tires are in good shape and are clear of cracks and have adequate tread remaining
No leaks; for example, engine fluids are contained, fork seals are good, and all hoses are in good shape.
Bodywork and other items are securely fastened to the motorcycle
No bike will be allowed on the track if the organizers deem the bike to be unsafe
REQUIRED RIDING GEAR
1- or 2-piece leather or textile suit, if 2-piece it must zip together around the waist
Riding boots at least ankle high
Gauntlet-style gloves (covering the wrist)
Helmet rated for motorcycle track use (i.e. Snell M2010, ECE 22.05)
NORTHERN ALBERTA SPORTS CAR CLUB
Founded in 1957, the NASCC organized its first sports car race August 16, 1958, at the Edmonton International Airport.
The NASCC organizes FIA sanctioned road racing events, approved through the GDS and WCMA sanctioning bodies, and has been running road races for over 50 years.
In 2023 showcases a series of 4 Endurance Races, with teams of drivers and crew sharing the driving and maintenance of their race car for 3 hour or 8 hour endurance race events, and an overall season championship.
Sprint Races feature open wheel race cars, GT sedan racers, Vintage Race cars, and Spec Miata racing in 20 to 35 minute long races each weekend, for an overall season championship.
May 11, 2024 will see a Race Licensing and High-Performance Driving School operated by the NASCC.
The Speedway Revival on Aug 24-25 will celebrate all genres of racing in Alberta since the 1960’s, with Vintage Race Car Auto show, on track race events, and a special focus on Nissan race cars.
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NASCC Road Racing 2024
Driving School – May 11
Endurance Racing – July 6-7
Sprint Racing – July 27-28
Speedway Revival – August 24-25
LA1K + 12 Hour Enduro – September 21
Northern Alberta Sports Car Club (NASCC)
http://nascc.ab.ca/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/19068689376/
Western Canada Motorsport Association (WCMA)
http://www.wcma.ca/new/
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DRIFTING
In partnership with Spec-D and Driftwest, Thursday and Saturday evenings throughout the race season, young and enthusiastic drivers take on the track in a competition judged according to the speed, angle, showmanship, and line taken through a corner or set of corners. Western Canada’s only Formula D Pro2 licensing series, Spec-D, continues its history of high-speed, sideways action! All of Western Canada’s best drifters battle it out door to door throughout the five-event Formula D Pro2 licensing series. Drivers here will be battling for their very own Formula D Pro2 license. Full event information and registration is at www.spec-d.ca.
SPEC-D DRIFT SCHOOL
Drifting 101
Enhance your driving skills on and off the street- taking the earned experience on a closed course to improve overall vehicle handling, aptitude and safety. Instructors will teach the fundamentals of vehicle set up. This will include hands on alignment settings, suspension “must haves”, basic maintenance and safety equipment.
Explore the basics of car control and initiating a drift by 3 simple methods; Moving from controlled drift transitioning to “figure 8’s”
- E-brake Initiation
- Weight Transfer
- Clutch Kick
Advanced drivers will be educated in higher speed control of the vehicle through throttle and minimal steering input. Drift 101 offers both theoretical Instruction, along with practical in car time for students to practice in the out of car instruction.
SPEC-D DRIFT
MAY 2, 16, 23
MAY 25 SPEC-D PRO DRIFT
JUNE 13, 27
JULY 4 DRAG & DRIFT
JULY 25
AUG 15
AUG 17 SPEC-D PRO DRIFT
SEPT 5 DRAG & DRIFT
SEPT 12/19
Spec-D Drift Series
https://www.spec-d.ca/
https://www.facebook.com/specdca/
SMX/OFF-ROAD TRACK
Measuring ten acres, this area includes a performance motocross track that may be manipulated to suit your needs. The track is ideal for MX and SXS training exercises and events, the launch of an off-road or sport utility vehicle demonstration or construction grade equipment. For more information, please contact us.
TRACK FACTS
Configuration: various
Surface: dirt
Seating: available
Lighting: available
Power: available
Water: available
Utilities: available
CONTACT US:
RAD Torque Raceway
https://radraceway.com/
https://www.facebook.com/radraceway