One Month: Weedsport Speedway Breaks the Ice on Sunday, May 3 with the Icebreaker 50 presented by STOP-DWI New York
Column By: Dan Kapuscinski/ WEEDSPORT SPEEDWAY – WEEDSPORT, N.Y. – In just one month Weedsport Speedway will break the ice on its 2026 racing season with the Icebreaker 50, presented by STOP-DWI New York, on Sunday, May 3.
The first racing action of the season at Weedsport will feature the mighty DIRTcar Big Block Modifieds, as well as the DIRTcar Sportsman and the lone visit of the season by the ultra-competitive Empire Street Stock Series.
The DIRTcar Big Block Modified 50-lapper is expected to draw the best of the best in the region with the winner’s share set at $5,000 along with a handsome $400 prize to simply take the green flag in the main event.
Advance sale reserved seating for the season opener is available for $35 with adult general admission set at $30, youth admission (11-17) priced at $15 with kids 10 and under FREE.
Tickets can be purchased online by clicking on the tickets tab at the top right-hand corner of the speedway’s website at www.weedsportspeedway.com.
Pit gates are currently set to open at 3 p.m. on race day with grandstand gates opening at 4 p.m. and racing taking the green at 6 p.m.
New York State is recognized nationally as a leader in traffic safety and in particular for continual progress in reducing alcohol-related motor vehicle crashes and fatalities.
New York’s STOP-DWI program is the Nations’ first and, to date, only self-sustaining impaired driving program. Other States have implemented components of self-sufficiency, but none to the degree of New York State.
To learn more visit www.stopdwi.org.
Hospitality suites are also now available for all events in 2026. Weedsport’s suites offer an unmatched experience, high above the racing surface, and provide a perfect setting for a group party or corporate night out. Call Weedsport Speedway’s main office at (315) 834-3067 for pricing and availability.
Visit www.weedsportspeedway.com or follow Weedsport Speedway via Facebook at www.facebook.com/weedsportspeedway and Twitter @WeedsportSpdwy for more information.
