Mon, 11 Aug 2025, 18:51 PM IHRA Unveils Dates for 2026 Schedule with New Venues to Be Revealed

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Top Fuel's Lex Joon

FAIRFIELD, Ohio - The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) has announced dates for its 2026 season schedule, featuring 10 events across the year. The season is set to kick off in March.

Focusing on 2026 dates early ensures racers, teams, and fans can begin making plans for the season as the IHRA finalizes the locations with premier venues.

2026 IHRA Schedule:
• 	March 4-7
• 	April 8-11
• 	April 22-25
• 	May 13-16
• 	June 17-20
• 	July 8-11
• 	August 12-15
• 	September 9-12
• 	October 7-10
• 	November 4-7

IHRA owner Darryl Cuttell said every date on the 2026 schedule is being planned to provide the best possible racing and atmosphere.

"We're putting together events that fans and racers will talk about all year long. This isn't just about racing - it's about creating experiences people want to be a part of," said Cuttell.

Funny Car's Dale Creasy Jr.

Full event details, ticket information, and venue announcements will be released soon. Fans are encouraged to follow IHRA on social media and visit IHRA.com for the latest updates.