Dirt Oval 66 Schedule
The current ticket prices and event dates are listed below for 2026 at the Dirt Oval in Joliet, IL. Buy in advance and save money with per ticket discounts on most seat options. Get yours directly from the official ticket site of the Dirt Oval at Route 66 Raceway. More details on all events will be posted into Spring & Summer. Check here and our social media for latest updates.
Saturday, June 20
MONSTER TRUCK MAYHEM | Monsters, FMX, Touch-A-Truck, Pit Party!
8 Monster Trucks, Freestyle Motocross + FREE pre-race party on the track w/Touch-a-Truck, meet the monster truck drivers, and see the wild obstacles up-close! It’s the LARGEST monster truck event in Illinois!
Pre-Race Party 4:00 – 6:00pm
Showtime 7:00pm
Adult general admission $31 | Juniors (age 3 – 12) $23
All ages Reserved seats $36
Ages 2 & under are free
** Prices increase $5 on June 14
Saturday, August 1
Red, White, BOOM! | Truck & Tractor Pulling
Five divisions of ground-pounding, sled-dragging power from the Pro Pulling League! Plus, Fly the Flag parade and fireworks!
Gates open 4:00pm
Showtime 7:00pm
Adult general admission $28 | Juniors (age 3 – 12) $13
All ages Reserved seats $33
VIP All Access w/general admission $43
Ages 2 & under are free
** Prices increase $5 on July 27
Saturday, July 11
American Big Rig Racing
Semi-trucks on the Dirt Oval! American Big Rig Racing roars into Route 66 for the first-time ever! Plus, Crown Vic racing action & more to be announced! Check out the action from the Big Rig series on their website: americanbigrigracing.com
Ticket & event info coming soon.
Sunday, October 4
ALL WHEELS | Ultimate car show & swap meet!
Muscle cars to imports, classics to customs, they’re @ All Wheels! 100s of vehicles, burnout contest, live music, swap meet and bloody mary bar! Prizes awarded in dozens of classes.
Gates open 7:00am for on-site registration.
Participant, vendor, and ticket info coming soon.
Saturday, October 24
EVE OF HAUNTED DESTRUCTION | Hearse & RV Demo Derby, Extreme Trailer Racing, Costume Contest & more!
Annual season-ending night of destruction featuring backwards school bus racing, RV demolition derby, lawn mower demolition, burnout contest, and Power Wheels racing for kids. You can win big cash in the costume contest!
Gates open & Trunk-or-Treat 3:00pm
Showtime 6:00pm
Adult general admission $33 | Juniors (age 3 – 12) $18
All ages Reserved seats $36
Ages 2 & under are FREE
Pit pass/driver/participant $35 (does not apply to Power Wheels)
** Prices increase $5 on October 19
Standard Policies and Awareness for all Events
Unless otherwise stated on this website, or other means of official communication, all events at Dirt Oval 66 have the following policies and procedures:
- Event lineup, attractions, experiences, etc., are subject to change without notice.
- No refunds for event postponement. Refunds apply to only if an event is fully canceled and not postponed to a later date.
- The stated face value of tickets do not include per-ticket and per-order processing fees. Fees pertain to online and in-person purchases.
- Ticket prices increase $5 within 1-week of the event date.
- Spectator parking is $5 per vehicle.
- Tailgating prior to event is allowed within official parking areas.
- Motorcycle and handicapped parking are available up-front.
- Pit Pass and on-track access during the event is for ages 16+ and waiver is required. Event-specific exceptions or exclusions may apply.
View the FAQ page for more common answers and information.