Brett Hearn & Doug Dulgarian Expand ‘Big Series 2’ To Five Sunday Nights In ’25 At OCFS

Story By: JOHN SNYDER / ORANGE COUNTY FAIR SPEEDWAY – MIDDLETOWN, NY – Racing fans, mark your calendars! Dirt track legend Brett Hearn, the all-time feature winner at Orange County Fair Speedway, and Doug Dulgarian, former racer, track historian, and general manager, are proud to unveil the expanded Big Series 2 for the 2025 season at the iconic Orange County Fair Speedway.
The highly anticipated mini-series will feature five thrilling Sunday night races showcasing the best grassroots racing has to offer. The action-packed schedule will bring together three fan-favorite divisions—Modifieds, Sportsman, and Street Stocks—on selected dates throughout the summer.
The 2025 Big Series 2 race dates are:
- May 4
- June 8
- July 13
- August 3
- September 7 (Championship Night)
The series will culminate in a high-stakes Championship Night on September 7, where champions in all three divisions will be crowned. This thrilling finale will set the stage for one of the most prestigious events in dirt track racing: the 64th Annual Eastern States Weekend, running from October 22 through October 26, 2025.
“The Big Series 2 is all about making racing accessible and exciting for everyone,” said Brett Hearn, a dirt track racing icon with an unmatched legacy. “We’ve designed this series to keep prices affordable for fans while giving teams a chance to join in the fun without having to sacrifice their commitments at other tracks. This is grassroots racing done right.”
For Doug Dulgarian, the expanded series reflects a deep commitment to the history and future of dirt track racing. “Orange County Fair Speedway is the heartbeat of grassroots racing in the Northeast,” said Dulgarian. “This series is built to celebrate that tradition while creating new opportunities for competitors and fans alike. From Modified powerhouses to weekend Street Stock warriors, this is a series for everyone.”
With rules consistent with 2024, the Big Series 2 ensures that competitors can jump into the action without costly adjustments, creating an open door for racers from all over to take part. Meanwhile, fans can expect fast-paced side-by-side racing under the lights at one of the most iconic dirt tracks in the world.
The Big Series 2 offers more than racing—it’s a celebration of the passion, competition, and community that defines grassroots motorsports.