The Flash Point Season Opener - April 16- 19th, 2026
Can you believe it?! We are preparing to kick off the 2026 race season with the Flash Point Nitro Racing Fuel Season Opener at LCRC Raceway — April 16–19, 2026!
This is always one of our favorite weekends of the year — we love the energy of a brand-new season! So we wanted to break the weekend down one day at a time so you can start planning now. (And yes… this also means it’s time to book your lodging and get those builds done 😉)
Let’s walk through the weekend ⬇️
🔥 THURSDAY — Practice & Early Arrival Day
📅 April 16, 2026
If you’re the kind of racer who likes to shake things down before race day, Thursday is your day! Spend the day shopping the hobby shop, and preparing for your most fun season of racing yet!
🛠 Off-Road Practice: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📝 Sign-Ups & Hobby Shop Open: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
This is a great chance to:
• Get comfortable with the track
• Test setups
• Grab last-minute parts from the hobby shop
• Beat the rush before the race weekend really ramps up
Low pressure, lots of laps, and the perfect way to ease into the weekend.
⚡ FRIDAY — Practice, Sign-Ups & LCRC Social Night
📅 April 17, 2026
Friday is when the pits really start filling up and the excitement builds!
📝 Sign-Ups & Hobby Shop Open: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
🏁 Off-Road Practice: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
🎉 LCRC Social Begins: 7:00 PM
And yes… the Social is back! 🙌
We’ll have:
🍔 Food Trucks: Olivia's Fresh Cut Fries & Que by Du!
🎶 Music
🎯 Cornhole Tournament
Whether you’re racing or just hanging out, Friday night at LCRC is always a vibe.
🏆 SATURDAY — Race Day Begins
📅 April 18, 2026
This is when things get serious (but still fun 😉).
⏱ Late-Comer Practice: 6:30 AM – 8:00 AM
📝 Sign-Ups: 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
📢 Drivers Meeting: 8:00 AM
🏁 Racing Begins Immediately After Drivers Meeting
We’ll run qualifiers throughout the day with:
✔️ Racing straight through after the meeting
✔️ Qualifying completed by approximately 10:00 PM
🏁 SUNDAY — Mains & Podiums
📅 April 19, 2026
Sunday is all about the mains, the pressure, and those podium moments. 🏆
⏰ Main Start Time: Depends on total entries
🏁 Mains Completed By: Approximately 5:00 PM
Race format highlights:
• 11 cars to each main with 2 car bump-ups (13 total)
• 25-minute Nitro A-Mains
• 15-minute Nitro B-Mains
• 6-minute Nitro Lower Mains
• 10-minute Single Electric A-Mains
• 6-minute Electric Lowers
🏆 Awards to:
Top 5 in A-Mains, TQ, and Winner of B-Mains
The worst part about Sunday is having to leave. :(
🏁 CLASSES & ENTRY INFO
Classes:
• Expert Nitro Buggy
• Intermediate Nitro Buggy
• Expert E Buggy
• Intermediate E Buggy
• Expert E Truggy
• Intermediate E Truggy
• Nitro Truggy
• +40 Nitro Buggy
• +40 Electric Buggy
• 1/8 Novice
• 1/10 Scale
💲 Entry Fee:
$60 Cash per class
$65 Credit Card per class
👦 Kids 10 & Under: $10 per class
Note: Classes with fewer than 8 entries that cannot be combined may be canceled.
🏡 Local Lodging & Getaway Options
Planning your visit? These nearby stays offer comfort, charm, and convenient access to the area—perfect for race weekends, family trips, or a quiet getaway.
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🌲 Westfall Getaway
A peaceful retreat surrounded by nature.
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🏔 Secluded Hill-Top Cottage
Private, scenic, and ideal for a quiet escape.
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🏘 Port Royal Getaway
Comfortable short-term rental close to town amenities.
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🪵 Mossy Stone Cabin
Rustic charm with a cozy cabin feel.
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🦌 Arrowhead Lodge
Spacious lodge-style stay, perfect for groups.
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🏠 Niman House
A comfortable home-style rental with modern conveniences.
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🌼 The Cottage at Honey Creek
Quaint and relaxing cottage experience.
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All Airbnb Options:
Check out all the local Airbnb options here:
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All VRBO Options:
Check out all the local VRBO options here:
👉 View Listing - Rent a Camper from Benner's RV Rentals
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👉 Welcome to LCRC: We are SO excited you’re here.
We know showing up somewhere new can feel overwhelming. You’ve seen the videos, heard the hype, and decided to make the trip—but now you’re wondering where do I go, where do I pit, and how does this all work?
We’ve got you covered 👇
🪑 PITTING
Pitting is available throughout the facility at LCRC!
• Pit Lot 1 is a great place to set up for the weekend
• No reservation required (first come, first serve)
• Gravel pitting with electric available throughout
Want to be closer to the action?
• Limited 10x10 tent spaces are available in “Tent City” near the hobby shop
🧰 What to bring:
EZ-Up, table, chair, and extension cord
⚡ Important:
The numbered spots on the map are reserved camper & trailer spots with electric
🚘 PARKING
To keep as much room as possible for pitting near the track:
• Cars must be parked in the car parking area near the rear of the facility
• You may pull up to your pit space to unload
• Please move your vehicle after unloading
This helps us keep everything flowing smoothly all weekend 🙌
🏕️ CAMPING / CAMPERS & TRAILERS
If you’re bringing a camper or trailer:
• Please stop near the hobby shop and have an LCRC staff member assist with parking
• This helps us fit as many racers as possible and keep everyone close to the track
⚡ Electric hookups are only available for racers with reserved numbered spots
• All campers must check in before parking
• Please pull forward enough to keep roadways clear
🏁 FACILITIES QUICK GUIDE
• 📝 Sign-Ups: Inside the Hobby Shop at the checkout counter
• 🚿 Wash Station: Side of the building away from the track (water + compressed air)
• 🧒 Kids Play Area: Between the Off-Road Track and the Oval
• 🚻 Port-O-Potties: Located throughout the facility
If you have questions at any point, just ask—our team is here to help.
Relax, settle in, and enjoy the weekend.
✨ Did you know? The Flash Point Season Opener is also Round 1 of the LCRC Raceway Seasonal Points Championship! The 2026 Points Series includes the first 6 official scheduled events of the season. Racers will accumulate points across those events, with champions and top finishers recognized at our Awards Dinner Banquet following the 2026 Halloween Classic. 🏆🎉 Let the countdown (and the hype) begin… we can’t wait to see you all back at the track! 💙💛🙌
💙 Welcome to the LCRC race family. We’re glad you’re here.