Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping spectacle at Great Lakes Dragaway as the “Slicks & Drag Radials Only” event roars to life on May 21, 2026. This specialized drag racing competition brings together the most serious competitors and their meticulously prepared machines for a day of pure, unadulterated speed. The event’s unique tire restriction creates an incredibly competitive field where only vehicles equipped with slicks or drag radials can participate, ensuring that every run down the strip delivers maximum traction and blistering performance.
Spectators and participants alike can expect to witness some of the most intense quarter-mile action of the season. The slicks and drag radials requirement means you’ll see everything from street-legal sleepers running DOT-approved drag radials to full-blown race cars on pure slicks, all battling for supremacy on the legendary Great Lakes Dragaway surface. The specialized tire restriction levels the playing field in exciting ways, creating opportunities for surprising matchups and incredible side-by-side racing that will keep you on the edge of your seat from the first staging light to the final pass of the day.
Whether you’re a seasoned racer looking to test your setup against serious competition or a motorsports fan who appreciates the technical aspects of drag racing, this event offers something special. The atmosphere at Great Lakes Dragaway during specialty events like this is electric, with passionate competitors and knowledgeable spectators creating an authentic racing community experience. You’ll have the opportunity to get up close with some impressive machinery, chat with drivers about their setups, and witness the kind of preparation and dedication that goes into competitive drag racing.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a focused, high-energy racing event that celebrates the art and science of maximum traction drag racing. The “Slicks & Drag Radials Only” format ensures that every vehicle on the property is built for serious performance, making this a must-attend event for anyone who appreciates the technical side of going fast in a straight line.
Great Lakes Dragaway
Great Lakes Dragaway, 18411, 1st street, Union Grove, Town of Paris, Kenosha County, Wisconsin, 53182, United States, Union Grove, WI, 53182
