Announcing the 2026 VDRA Schedule: More Races, New Series, Lower Costs

Jan 26

The Virtual Dirt Racing Association is proud to unveil the full 2026 schedule — and with it, a bold new chapter in virtual dirt racing. With more events, fresh competition, and a renewed focus on affordability, 2026 promises to be our biggest year yet.

🔥 Late Models Return for 28-Race Campaign

Our flagship series — the VDRA Late Model Series — is back and bigger than ever with a 28-race slate, spread across Wednesday nights throughout the season.

💥 Midweek Marquee Events: Big tracks, big car counts, and big competition is the goal for us to deliver on Wednesday nights utilizing the iRacing Pro Late Models again in 2026.
💰 Affordable Entry Fees: The Entire Late Model season is just $10 to enter, making it one of the best values in sim racing. Additional Purse buy-ins will be offered for Crown Jewels and select Special Events giving everyone a chance to race.
🏆 Championship Format: Points will accumulate throughout the season, with select Crown Jewel races offering a chance to earn Double Points.
🗓 Schedule Highlights: Tracks like Eldora, Lucas Oil, Knoxville, Port Royal, Fairbury, and Cedar Lake return, alongside some exciting new additions.

🆕 Introducing the Friday Series: UMP Modifieds & 360 Sprint Cars

New for 2026, we’re proud to debut the VDRA Friday Series, a rotating program featuring UMP Modifieds and 360 Sprint Cars.

🗓 12 races per division, alternating weekly on Friday nights
🆓 FREE ENTRY for all Friday Series events — race without paying a dime
🧢 Fun, Competitive Atmosphere: These shows are a little more laid-back but still bring high-quality racing and great exposure for new and returning drivers.

Whether you're a winged warrior or a traditional open-wheel bruiser, Friday nights offer a great chance to get wheel-to-wheel in a fresh format with minimal pressure and zero cost.

💰 Lower Fees, Bigger Purses, and a Driver-First Approach

We’ve heard your feedback — and in 2026, we’re delivering on it.

💸 Lower entry fees across the board
📈 Increased race purses for special events
🧠 A continued focus on fair, transparent officiating and accountability
👥 Ongoing community input via Discord and driver meetings

This is a league built by racers, for racers — and 2026 reflects that more than ever.

📥 Season Registration Opening Soon

Season registration for all three divisions will open soon, with full details to be posted on Discord and social media. All drivers will need to register before competing in points-paying events.

Stay tuned for:

🔗 Registration link
📆 Season start dates
💼 Optional add-ons (like reserved numbers or merch drops)

📲 Stay Connected

Want to join the conversation, meet other drivers, or ask questions?
📬 Join our official Discord: https://discord.gg/aPeZeH2Fht

👊 Let’s Go Racing

The 2026 VDRA season promises to be the most exciting, most accessible, and most competitive year yet. Whether you're a seasoned vet or a fresh face looking to make your mark, there's a place for you on the grid.

See you at the track.

Dawson Miller