Sunday, July 12: E.T. Series featuring NYS Challenge Wally E.T. event, Super Pro Challenge plus 1st Annual Hall of Fame Day and American Muscle Stick Series. Gates Open 8:00 am, Time Trials begin 9:30 am. All Access Adult Admission: $20, Military $15, Kids 12 & under Free.
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Gates open at 8:00 am. Time trials start 9:30 am.
Adult Admission is $20. Kids 12 & under are FREE.
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66 Years of Championship
Drag Racing
ESTA Safety Park Dragstrip has been providing an exciting and safe venue for New York speed demons under the sanctioning banner of the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) since 1960.
Six classes of competition for racers of various skills and income, to compete for cash and trophy prizes, and points towards season championship titles.
No Racing for Holiday Weekend
In observance of the 250th Independence Day holiday, there will be no racing on the 5th, nor will there be a Monday night Cruise Night event. Have a safe and enjoyable celebration weekend. See you all back at the track on the 12th with a loaded race program featuring the NYS Challenge Wally event, plus the Super Pro Challenge, American Muscle Stick Series and the 1st Annual Hall of Fame Day.
Sponsor & Contingency Programs Ramp Up
The 2026 racing season is really shaping up to taking major steps forward. "Super G" Gary Simons has stepped up to take the reins of track manager, while Lance Duell is staying on in a supporting role to help grow racer numbers, cultivate new sponsors and work toward capital improvements to the facility.
New to 2026 is scoreboard sponsorships from Bear Service Automotive (Mike Anderson) and Auto Care at Split Rock (Bill BeDell). Mike and Bill's commitment aren't limited to sign sponsorships alone. They are both providing support to numerous ESTA events to help draw in new racers to the ESTA facility. Phil Burkart of Burkart Automotive in Yorkville, NY is stepping up by establishing a contingency program for the Pro and Super Pro divisions. Contingency awards to the finalists of each of these classes with help increase the rewards for racers on a weekly basis. Additional contingency sponsorships are being finalized before the new season launches. Max's Print Shop of Marcy, NY is building a contingency program for racers as well as providing merchandising for the track to have on sale.
WEBSITE: Our Racer Contingency Sponsor page is now active and is being updated to provide our racers details of each of our contingency sponsor programs. Click on the link to view our growing list of sponsors,
Monday Night Cruise Returns
Our inaugural Monday night car cruise on the 1st was a great success and returns tonight. We cordially invite you to join us from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The evening will feature door prizes, 50/50 raffles, as well as food and beverages available for purchase. We aim to make this the beginning of a successful and enjoyable series. Please disseminate this information widely and encourage others to attend.
Announcing ESTA Online Merch Store
Check out our online store for ESTA wearable merchandise including tees and hoodies. We will be adding additional items as the season progresses like coozies, mugs and more! Purchase ESTA branded layouts including some vintage designs from the past including the popular Pro Sled Shootout designs. We will be adding new, fresh designs as well as the new season draws near! Click on the logo or visit: www.ESTAdragShop.com. For drivers seeking their own wearable designs, check out Max's Print Shop Racing Team site below.
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