Elkins Raceway News!

11/16/2024
Congratulations to all the Champions and all the teams on their success in the 2024 Season. We hope all that came to the banquet enjoyed themselves and had a great time. We hope to see you all for the 2025 Racing Season. Keep an eye on the facebook page and here on the website for updates coming.

10/10/2024
The 2024 Banquet is to be held at the Beverly Fire Dept. On November 16th, 2024. Doors open at 5:30p.m. And Dinner is to be around 7:00p.m. Contact Jeff at 304-704-3789 or Connie at 304-642-8683 for Ticket Information!

8/3/2024
Tonight’s Jim Stout Memorial has been canceled due to rain. See everyone August 10th. Stay tuned for a reschedule date.

5/11/2024
Elkins Raceway Program for 5/11/2024 has been cancelled. We’ll try again Saturday May 17th, 2024 for the third time. Maybe it will be the charm.

5/4/2024
Elkins Raceway has canceled tonight’s racing action due to weather. We hope to see everyone next Saturday May 11th, 2024.

4/29/2024
ELKINS RACEWAY READIES FOR YET ANOTHER FULL SEASON
After this past Saturday evening’s successful ‘Test-n-Tune’ session, the staff and management of Elkins Raceway is now ready for another full summer of “Thunder in the Mountains”.  The staff has had an extra-busy few weeks of work lately, cleaning up after the major spring flooding that hammered the property, especially in the pit area, as Leading Creek swelled all the way to the edge of the back-stretch.  However, the entire area is cleaned and ready for Opening Night, this Saturday May 4. A full night of events for all regular classes is scheduled, including Super Late Models, FASTRAK Late Models, Open-Wheel Modifieds, Hot Mods, Street Stocks, and Mini-Wedges. Drivers in the Street Stock class are asked to check either the track’s website or facebook page for the updated class rules. The website will also be the place to check for the track’s full schedule—with events to be added—, as well as complete race results, point standings, and fan information.  Cancellation announcements as well as schedule updates will also be posted on the facebook page. And as become the custom the track’s Kids For Racing Club will be in full swing with activities and prizes for the under-12 youngsters in attendance. Pit gates will open at 5 pm; General Admission gates at 6pm.  Admission prices for regular shows are:  General $15 (under 12 free), and Pits $30.  Concessions will be available for both areas. After a long winter, it’s about time to get that “Thunder in the Mountains” fever again, smelling hot dogs and popcorn and watching some dirt being slung!  Come on out for some affordable family fun!  It starts this weekend!

4/24/2024
Elkins Raceway Practice Scheduled for April 27th 2024 – Gates will open at 5p.m. Concessions will be open in the pits only!

11/12/2023
Thank you to everyone who attended the banquet last night. To those of you that came, we hope you had as great a time as we did. Mac has secured the track for 2024. Keep your eyes open for updates as we have them going forward. We wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and a great Christmas.

8/13/2023
Thanks to everyone for a successful Stout Memorial Race. Despite the rainout their was some very great racing action. We will be running the 3 make up features This coming Saturday August 19th as well as a whole new show. We look forward to seeing everyone again!

8/8/2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
All Mini Wedge/Mods Drivers Must Have A Raceceiver from now on. No Exceptions! Also thanks to everyone who came out and supported us for the Fastrak Special. Be sure to come on back for this Saturdays Jim Stout Memorial Race Big Money Again which will also bring the best racing we have to offer once again.

7/23/23
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Elkins Raceway Street Stock Driver Disqualified for Drinking, Track Reiterates Zero Drinking Policy and Breathalyzer tests for Drivers –
Kerens WV July 23, 2023 Elkins Raceway takes a strong stand against drinking and driving in its events. During the recent Street Stock race a driver was disqualified for violating the tracks Zero drinking policy. The track emphasizes its commitment to safety and fairness, with drivers subject to breathalyzer tests deemed necessary. Safety remains our top priority at Elkins Raceway, and we maintain a zero tolerance towards drinking and driving. By enforcing this policy and conducting breathalyzer tests, we ensure a safe racing environment for all participants and spectators.

7/15/2023
Mother nature is back in the win column for 7/15/2023 Hope to see everyone next weekend. Races are cancelled due to rain. The 13th annual Skidmore Memorial will be ran next Saturday… we will not have fireworks next week we have to wait once again on our shooters availability…. Armbands will be honored

7/9/2023
Thank you to everyone who came out for Autograph & Picture Night #2 last night. We hope everyone had a great time. Remember to come and pack the hill this upcoming Saturday night for our Extravagant Fireworks Display. We also welcome everyone to come early to enjoy the Wall of Legends Ceremony as we also put up a show for the Super Late Models for $3000 To Win!

7/1/2023
Mother Nature back in control at Elkins Raceway Tonight’s Races have been canceled!

6/30/2023
FASTRAK Series Attempting Reschedule Date For the postponed race originally Scheduled for July 1st! Regular Racing Continues July 1st Mother Nature Willing.

6/24/2023
Mother Nature Defuses Fireworks Night at Elkins Raceway! Stay tuned for a makeup date for our Gigantic Fireworks Display! Also Next Saturday Night is the Fastrak Touring Series Race!

6/12/2023
Elkins Raceway to host Fastrak Sanctioned Touring Series Race on July 1st 2023!!

5/23/2023
ELKINS RACEWAY “ULTRA” MEGA CANDY RUSH RESCHEDULED
After consecutive Saturdays of weather-induced cancellations at Elkins Raceway, the grounds have dried out and are ready for a Memorable Memorial Day celebration. After last Saturday’s cancellation, track management had to exercise a lot of self-control to keep from raiding the candy stockpile; however, the original amount received is intact, and in fact has been supplemented by further donations to make the Kids’ Candy Rush even bigger and better than originally planned. Youngtsters, please remember to bring bags in which to carry off your “sweet loot”; however if you do come without one, the Kids Club will provide you with one. The Cordial Logistics Hot Mod class will take the racing spotlight, with another $500-to-win special sponsored by the awesome folks at Cordial Logistics. All the other classes will be in action as well; the Budweiser Late Models, TKS Contracting/High Point FASTRAK Crates, Holbrook on the Hill UMP Modifieds, and Dirt Street Stocks will all be on the schedule following the two age groups of Mini-Wedges. And with a very favorable weather forecast, we are looking for a “hillside-filling” crowd to help us celebrate the 2023 Memorial Day weekend. Race-day information can be obtained on the raceway’s Facebook page, or by calling (304)636-3339. Pit gates will open at 4 PM (Admission $30); General Admission gates open at 5 PM (Admission $15).

5/20/2023
Mother Nature doubles up on Elkins Raceway 71st Season. Races for tonight have been called off. Reminder that next week is Regular Racing, Hotmod Special and Kids Mega Candy Rush will be set for Saturday May 27th 2023. We hope to see you their!

8/28/2021
Congratulations to this weekends winners – Mini Wedges – Brad Currence and Kristopher Wyatt. Hot Mods – Michael Moreland, Street Stocks – Jason Ammons, UMP Modifieds – Dave Defibaugh, Fastrak Crate Late Models – Garret Paugh, Super Late Models – Jacob Hawkins. Thank you everyone for your continued support for an awesome Fall Festival show at the Elkins Raceway. Also want to congratulate this years points champions Mini Wedges – Brad Currence and Noah Whited, Hot Mods – Michael Moreland, Street Stocks – Kevin Keene, UMP Modified – Phil Jeffries,  Fastrak Crate Late Models – Derrick Shaw, and Super Late Models – Bob Gordan.  Check Facebook and the website for any upcoming news.  Hope to see you soon!

8/21/2021
Congratulations to this weekends winners – Mini Wedges – Brad Currence and Kris Wyatt. Hot Mods – Michael Moreland, Street Stocks – Kevin Keene, UMP Modifieds – Dave Defibaugh, Fastrak Crate Late Models – Brent Trimble, Super Late Models – Bob Gordan. Thank you everyone for your continued support and an awesome show at the Elkins Raceway. Come back next week for the Fall Festival 40 – $3000 to win Super Late Models, $1500 to win for Fastrak Crate Late Models, $1500 to win UMP Modifieds, $500 to win Hot Mods & Street Stocks.  Hope to see you their!

8/14/2021
Tonights racing action has been cancelled for August 14th 2021! Thank you everyone for you continued support at the Elkins Raceway. Come back next week for regular racing. Hope to see you their!

8/7/2021
Congratulations to this weekends winners – Mini Wedges – Blake Tasker and Noah Whited. Hot Mods – Michael Moreland, Street Stocks – Kevin Keene, UMP Modifieds – Phil Jeffries, Fastrak Crate Late Models – David Pangrazio, Super Late Models – Jacob Hawkins. Thank you everyone for your continued support and an awesome show at the Elkins Raceway. Come back next week for regular racing in all classes.  Hope to see you their!

7/31/2021
Congratulations to this weekends winners – Mini Wedges – Brad Currence and Kristopher Wyatt . Hot Mods – Dusty Harper, Street Stocks – Todd Simmons, UMP Modifieds – Josh Rovello, Fastrak Crate Late Models – Derrick Shaw, Super Late Models – Shane Hitt. Thank you everyone for your continued support at the Elkins Raceway. Come back next week for the Jim Stout Memorial a true can’t miss event at Elkins Raceway.  Hope to see you their!

7/24/2021
Congratulations to this weekends winners – Mini Wedges – Brad Currence and Noah Whited. Hot Mods – Tyler Parrish, Street Stocks – Kevin Keene, UMP Modifieds – Phil Jeffries, Fastrak Crate Late Models – Garret Paugh, Super Late Models – Shane Hitt. Thank you everyone for your continued support at the Elkins Raceway. Come back next week for Regular Racing in all divisions.  Hope to see you their!

7/17/2021
Tonights racing action has been cancelled for July 17th 2021! Thank you everyone for you continued support at the Elkins Raceway. Come back next week for Hot Mods Make Up Feature – Hot Mods Special with Regular Racing in other divisions.  Hope to see you their!

7/10/2021
Congratulations to this weekends winners – Mini Wedges – Brad Currence and Kolby Sullivan . Hot Mods – Tyler Parrish, Street Stocks – Kevin Keene, UMP Modifieds – Phil Jeffries, Fastrak Crate Late Models – Brent Trimble, Super Late Models – Jacob Hawkins . Thank you everyone for you continued support at the Elkins Raceway. Come back next week for Hot Mods Make Up Feature & Regular Racing in all divisions.  Hope to see you their!

7/3/2021
Congratulations to this weekends winners – Mini Wedges – Brad Currence and Kolby Sullivan . Hot Mods – Tyler Parrish, Street Stocks – Kevin Keene, UMP Modifieds -Nate Young, Fastrak Crate Late Models – Logan Hitt, Super Late Models – Shane Hitt . Thank you everyone for you continued support at the Elkins Raceway. Come back next week for the Richard Skidmore Memorial Race $3000 to win Super Late Models with increased payout for all other divisions.  Hope to see you their!

6/26/2021
Congratulations to this weekends winners – Mini Wedges – Brad Currence  and Gunner Binns . Hot Mods – Tyler Parrish, Street Stocks – Jason Ammons, UMP Modifieds – Jesse Rupe, Fastrak Crate Late Models – Brent Trimble, Super Late Models – Jacob Hawkins. Thank you everyone for you continued support at the Elkins Raceway especially for the Red Frederick Memorial Race. Come on back next week for the Street Stock Special with Regular Racing for everyone else. This week even the kids in the audience get to do some racing. Parents don’t forgot those bicycles and most importantly the helmet to participate in the kids bicycle races. Hope to see you their!

6/19/2021
Congratulations to this weekends winners – Mini Wedges – Brad Currence and Gunner Binns. Hot Mods – Michael Moreland, Street Stocks – Kevin Keene, UMP Modifieds – Drake Troutman, Fastrak Crate Late Models – Brent Trimble, Super Late Models – Billy Holbert. Thank you everyone for you continued support at the Elkins Raceway. Come on back next week for the Red Frederick Memorial Race $3000 to win Super Late Models with increased pay in all divisions. We will also host our annual gigantic fireworks display bringing fun for the whole family! Hope to see you their!

6/12/2021
Congratulations to this weekends winners – Mini Wedges -Brad Currence and Gunner Binns. Hot Mods – Michael Simspon, Street Stocks – Kevin Keene, UMP Modifieds – Phil Jeffries, Fastrak Crate Late Models – Derrick Shaw, Super Late Models – Shane Hitt. Thank you everyone for you continued support at the Elkins Raceway. Come on back next week for Regular Night of racing! Hope to see you their!

6/6/2021
Congratulations to this weekends winners – Mini Wedges – Brad Currence and Gunner Binns. Hot Mods – Michael Moreland, Street Stocks – Ronald Pyles, UMP Modifieds – Coleman Evans, Fastrak Crate Late Models – AJ Spagnuolo, Super Late Models – Kyle Thomas. Thank you everyone for you continued support at the Elkins Raceway. Come on back next week for the Street Stock Special and Autograph and Picture Night! Hope to see you their!

6/3/2021
Check the new update to the cooler policy above and be sure and join us Saturday June 5 for the topless 40 for supers paying $3,000 to win with increased purse in ALL divisions including sport mods

5/29/2021
Races for 5/29/2021 have been cancelled due to weather conditions be sure and join us next Saturday June 5 for the topless 40 for supers paying $3,000 to win with increased purse in ALL divisions including sport mods

5/23/2021
Congratulations to this weekends winners – Mini Wedges Brad Currence and Gunner Binns. Sport Mods – Randy Kerns, Hot Mods – Michael Moreland, Street Stocks – Kevin Keene, UMP Modifieds – Phil Jeffries, Fastrak Crate Late Models – Brent Trimble, Super Late Models – Michael Lake. Thank you everyone for you continued support at the Elkins Raceway. Come on back next week for the UMP Modified Special with Veterans admission free on the general admission side with a valid photo id. Also Sport Mods will continue to be on the schedule this weekend and next. Hope to see you their!

5/8/2021
ELKINS RACEWAY IS READY FOR Night #2 of its’ 69TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON
Round #2 of Saturday Night Thunder at Elkins Raceway.  With most of the surrounding area giving the W to mother nature, we are ready for racing tonight. Come on out and pack the house! Pit gates open at 5 pm, General Admission at 6 and racing at 7:30. Super Late Models, Fastrak Crate Late Models, UMP Modified, EDGE Hot Mods, Street Stock, and Mini-Mods. General Admission is $15.00 for adults 12 and over and Children 11 and under are admitted free to the grandstands with a paying adult, Pit prices are $30.00 for all regular shows. It’s time to get after it again. See you tonight at the Elkins Speedway!
Please be aware of any/all restrictions put in place by the local and state health departments regarding the Covid-19 pandemic, and follow instructions as much as possible.
Let’s get out and go racing!!
Thanks, Jeff

4/27/2021
ELKINS RACEWAY IS READY FOR 69TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON
Preparations have been underway for the next season of Saturday Night Thunder at Elkins Raceway.  The favorable early-spring weather has enabled staff to go
“full speed ahead” for the upcoming summer racing year, in hopes of being able to host weekly events every Saturday night again this season.  Opening Night is scheduled for this Saturday, May 1, with pit gates opening at 5 pm, General Admission at 6 and racing at 7:30.  The weekly divisions will remain the same; Super Late Models, Fastrak Crate Late Models, UMP Modified, EDGE Hot Mods, Street Stock, and Mini-Mods.  Racing is scheduled for every Saturday evening throughout the summer, with special events to be announced dotting the calendar all season. General Admission is the same, Just $15.00 for adults 12 and over and Children 11 and under are admitted free to the grandstands with a paying adult, Pit prices also remain the same at $30.00 for all regular shows.  Something new to Elkins Raceway this year is the late models will run for a top prize of $1500 weekly, as FASTRAK and UMP Modified will run for a top prize of $1000 dollars on a weekly basis.            It’s time to get out and again smell the racing fuel for the track’s 69^th Anniversary season. The staff, race teams & drivers, and fans are all ready to get going again, in full force.  The full schedule (which is subject to change) is posted on both the track’s website and Facebook page.  Check the Facebook page for the earliest schedule change/update information.
Please be aware of any/all restrictions put in place by the local and state health departments regarding the Covid-19 pandemic, and follow instructions as much as possible.
Let’s get out and go racing!!
Thanks, Jeff

4/21/2021
Attention Race Teams
With wet and cold weather in the forecast for Saturday, Practice will be held this Friday Evening. Gates will open at 5:00p.m. and testing will commence shortly after. Admission will be $20.00 for the pits and General Admission is free. The Awards Ceremony for last seasons top 10 has once again been put in a holding pattern.
Thanks, Jeff

4/16/2021
ELKINS RACEWAY READYING FOR 69TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON
Preparations have been underway for the next season of Saturday Night Thunder at Elkins Raceway since finishing 2020 last fall. The favorable early-spring weather has enabled staff to go “full speed ahead” for the upcoming summer racing year, in
hopes of being able to host weekly events every weekend again this season.  The track’s annual “Test-N-Tune” night is scheduled for Saturday April 24, with gates opening at 5PM; practice will continue until 10 pm.  Opening Night is scheduled for the following Saturday, May 1, with pit gates opening at 4 pm, General Admission at 5; racing at 7:30.  The weekly divisions will remain the same; Super Late Models, Fastrak Crate Late Models, UMP Modifieds, EDGE Hot Mods, Street Stock, and Mini Mods Racing is scheduled for every Saturday evening throughout the summer, with special events to be announced dotting the calendar all season.
It’s time to get out and again smell the racing fuel for the track’s 69th Anniversary season. The staff, race teams & drivers, and fans are all ready to get going again, in full force.  The full schedule (which is subject to change) is listed on both the track’s
website and Facebook page. Check the Facebook page for the earliest schedule change/update information.

Please be aware of any/all restrictions put in place by the local and state health departments regarding the Covid-19 pandemic, and follow instructions as much as possible and remember. Let’s get out and go racing!!
Thanks, Jeff

                                                                                                                                                                                                  3/28/2021
The Elkins Raceway 2021 Schedule has been posted. Please keep an eye on the Facebook Page or the website schedule for changes to the upcoming race season. Also, Please continue to fill out the Announcer info sheet for Jimmy Henry. Looking forward to an awesome 2021 Racing Season.

2/24/2021

As we gear up for the 2021 Racing Season, our new announcer, Jimmy Henry has asked for your help to create a database of information to help him through our new season. Follow the link Here to fill out the announcer info sheet. Also the history from last year has been moved to a 2020 records menu. Stay tuned for updates on the website. Also Jeff Skidmore has benefit raffle tickets for the Jim Skidmore hog raffle. Be sure to contact him to get your tickets $5.00 for one or 6 tickets for $25. Their will be 2 winners on this raffle with each winning 1/2 of a hog.

10/9/2020

Our next event is our annual banquet honoring our top 10 in points. The banquet will be held at Beverly fire department on November 14. Ticket info can be obtained by calling Connie at the track office at 304/636/8661

9/20/2020

Elkins raceway will be racing this coming Saturday September 26!! The fall festival 40 $2000 to win lates $1000 crates $1000 mods Increased pay in street stock and hotmods For more info call the track office at 304/636/8661 Gates open at 4 hot laps 630

9/19/2020

Thank you to all the drivers and fans and everyone who took part in the Richard Skidmore & Red Frederick Memorial Race. Mother nature hindered us from the beginning but we finally got it done. The show wouldn’t have been such a success without our amazing sponsors, drivers, staff and our amazing race fans. Thank you all once again.

9/17/2020

The fogged out Skidmore/Frederick Memorial Race is scheduled to be continued on Saturday September 19th. Gates open at 4:00p.m. Hot Laps will start at 6:30p.m. Remember to bring your arm bands.

7/21/2020

Cooler Policy: Coolers must not be bigger than 16 inches. All coolers are subject to inspection at the gate as we will not allow glass bottles in our facility. Thank you in advance.

7/5/2020
Hey Kids, be sure and bring your camera and your sharpie….get that upclose picture and autograph with your favorite driver this Saturday as we bring you the first picture and autograph night of the year. Gates open at 5:00p.m. Hot laps at 7:30p.m.

6/28/2020

4th Of July Special
Arm Bands From 27 June 2020 Will Be Honored Thru August 1st. Double Points In All Classes
$2000 to Win Super Late Models
$1000 to Win Crate Late Models
$1000 to Win UMP Modifieds
Increased Payout Hot Mods & Street Stocks

6/17/2020
Attention RACE FANS, general admission gates will be open this Saturday, June 20th at 5p.m. Masks are highly recommended with social distancing of 6 feet. Mini Wedge classes will also be ran this weekend. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

6/11/2020
Attention RACE FANS, general admission gates will be open this Saturday, June 13th at 5p.m. Masks are highly recommended with social distancing of 6 feet. Mini Wedge classes will also be ran this weekend. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

5/7/2020
For any questions about the rules on the mini mods at this time, please direct them to Jerry Nelson at (304)-918-8528. You may also look him up at the track. Thank you Elkins Raceway Management.

2/29/2020
Elkins Raceway is getting ready to feel the Thunder in the Mountains. (Kerens, W.V. 03-01-20) The Elkins Raceway is preparing for the 2020 racing season. After last year’s record setting 18-week races, the 3/8ths mile dirt oval looks to keep the momentum going in the new year. Switching to Saturday nights the Kerens facility will again feature Dirt Super Late Models, Fastrak Late Models, UMP Modifieds, Street Stocks, Edge Hot Mods, and Mini Mods. Although final work is still being done on the 2020 schedule, expect an action-packed slate including the Skidmore and Fredrick Memorials’ for Super Late Models! Elkins Raceway is also proud to announce the 2020 sponsors, West Virginia Pools, Mountaineer Insurance (Kids Club), Budweiser, Ramsey Welding, TKS Contracting, Jenkins Ford, and High Point Construction. Gates open each Saturday at 6:00 with hot laps starting at 7:30. Keep updated on the information go to www.elkinsraceway.com Or like us on facebook. Come feel Thunder in the Mountains!
Thanks, Jeff