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2026 NHRA DENSO Sonoma Nationals

Sonoma Raceway, Sonoma, United States17–19 Jul 2026Weekend

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Why You Should Go

The second stop of the NHRA Western Swing on California's wine country dragstrip.

Format

3-day drag racing meet

Crowd

families & diehards

Vibe

Family-friendly

About This Event

Held since 1988 as the second stop of NHRA's Western Swing — three days of Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock and Pro Stock Motorcycle eliminations on Sonoma Raceway's quarter-mile dragstrip. Friday night features nitro qualifying under the lights, with final eliminations on Sunday where winners compete for the Wally Trophy in each professional class.

1What to Expect

GETTRX Pro Stock Motorcycle All-Star Callout pits top eight riders in specialty race
38th annual edition of long-standing NHRA series highlight
Second stop on Western Swing three-race trek
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Sunday track walk lets fans walk racing surface alongside drivers
Grandstands deliver excellent views of quarter-mile dragstrip action

2Best Way to Experience It

  • Launch Pad includes shaded seating opposite starting line with gate entry
  • Thunder Alley offers alternate vantage point for different view
  • E Lot Premium Parking includes golf cart service to Pro Pits

About the Venue

Race Tracks

Sonoma Raceway

  • 4.06 km
  • 12 turns
  • Opened 1968
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3Logistics

  • Children 12 and under receive reduced admission with ticketed adult
  • Shuttles run throughout entire facility
  • All tickets digital via Sonoma Raceway mobile app
  • General admission parking free at major events
  • Most seating unshaded; facility has elevation changes

4Frequently Asked Questions

  • Best fit if you enjoy championship series: 11th of 20 events in NHRA's 75th anniversary season, second stop of Western Swing creates mid-point championship implications across Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock classes.
  • Best fit if you value historic venues: 38th annual event since 1988, 343.16 mph Top Fuel speed record set here 2025, 1,000-foot uphill dragstrip reputation as fastest track on NHRA tour.
  • Best fit if you like passionate fan atmosphere: Wine country setting 30 minutes north of Golden Gate Bridge, Friday night nitro qualifying under lights, family-friendly environment with kids 12-under discounted admission.
  • Not ideal if you prefer temperate conditions: July Wine Country heat reaches 30°C (86°F) daytime highs with peak UV exposure, outdoor dragstrip offers minimal shade, arid climate with conspicuous absence of rainfall.

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