UMP Summer Nationals at Peoria Speedway
Rev your engines for one of the most anticipated stops on the dirt track racing calendar! The UMP Summer Nationals roars into Peoria Speedway on June 11, 2026, bringing high-octane action and fierce competition to the heart of Illinois. This premier racing series event promises an unforgettable night of wheel-to-wheel battles as drivers from across the region converge on the legendary Peoria oval to showcase their skills on one of the Midwest’s most challenging dirt tracks.
The spotlight shines brightest on the Late Model division, where drivers will be battling for a massive $5,000 winner’s purse that’s sure to attract some of the most talented pilots in the sport. These powerful machines, with their thunderous engines and lightning-fast speeds, will provide heart-stopping moments as racers navigate the high-banked turns and lengthy straightaways that make Peoria Speedway a true test of driving prowess. The substantial prize money guarantees that competitors will be pushing their limits from the drop of the green flag to the checkered finish.
But the excitement doesn’t stop with the Late Models! Racing fans will be treated to a full evening of multi-division action featuring Modified, B-Modified, and Hornet classes, ensuring non-stop entertainment from the first practice session to the final victory lane celebration. Each division brings its own unique style of racing, from the raw power and technical precision of the Modifieds to the close-quarters, bumper-to-bumper action that makes Hornet racing so thrilling to watch.
Whether you’re a die-hard dirt track devotee or new to the world of oval racing, the UMP Summer Nationals at Peoria Speedway delivers an authentic motorsports experience that captures the essence of grassroots American auto racing. The combination of top-tier competition, substantial prize money, and Peoria’s reputation for producing spectacular racing makes this event a must-see for anyone who appreciates the skill, courage, and determination that defines dirt track racing at its finest.
Peoria Speedway
3520 W Farmington Rd, Peoria, IL, 61604
