Team Demolition Derby

The 100th Event at Route 66 Raceway

Saturday, August 30th

America’s Original Team Demolition Derby

The legends of Team Demo’s past collide with current generation crushers in a 4-team showdown at the 100th Team Demolition Derby Tournament of Destruction event at Route 66 Raceway’s Dirt Oval!

Loco-motives // Orange Crush // Sting // Crazy 8’s

Also included: Free For All demo derby | Mr Dizzy stunts | Full Size demo derby | Dirty “O” Spectators racing | fireworks finale!

Event Time:

Parking & gates open at 4:00pm
Opening Ceremonies 6:45pm
Action begins 7:00pm

Advance Ticket Prices* w/all fees included:

Adult general admission $28
Juniors (age 3 – 12) $23
Reserved seats (sec. 401 and 101) all ages $33
Pit Pass (includes track access and general seating) $38**
Children 2-years-old & under are free

* Prices increase $5 on August 25
** Minimum 16-years-old

Location:

The Dirt Oval @ Route 66 Raceway
3200 S. Chicago Street
Joliet, IL 60433

Map:

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traffic alert: The I-80 Eastbound ramp from I-55 South is CLOSED until late 2026. If traveling from the Northwest, consider Route 30 or Route 6 as alternatives.
Expect heavy congestion on Route 53 South approaching the race track. Plan your route and allow plenty of time for construction and traffic delays.

Buy Early and Save!

Secure your seat and say “I WAS THERE” at Team Demo 100. Don’t waste your money! Get ’em before August 25 when the prices goes up $5 per ticket.

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Your only chance to see the iconic Team Demolition Derby at Dirt Oval 66 in 2025! Come see why our Facebook videos have 3 million views in 3 months!

Ticket Safety Note

Online ticket sales are only guaranteed through official links from dirtoval66.com. Do not buy from ticket reseller websites! You will pay above face value and are at risk of ticket scams. Route 66 Dirt Oval tickets also can be bought by calling 815-740-8000 or in-person on race day.

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Milestone Night of Mayhem!

LocoMotives

Sting

Orange Crush

Crazy 8's

More Racing & Wreckage in the Dirt

Dirty "O" Spectator Cars

Mr. Dizzy thrills & chills

Free For All Demolition Derby

Full Size Demolition Derby

Bounce House for Kids

No extra cost! It is included with kids admission ticket to Team Demolition Derby! Use it during the pre-show access from 4-6:30pm or to burn off energy at a moment’s notice. (Weather permitting) it’ll be there to use from the time the gates open until near end of the show.

Cody Calkins Band

Performing original American country hit songs from 4-6pm on the main concourse. Cody Calkins is a singer-songwriter from Streator, Illinois. Cody has released three studio albums, featuring fan-favorite tracks such as “Get a Little Crazy”, “It’s a Guy Thing”, “Monday Vacation”, “Fire”, and “Everything I Can’t Resist”.

Fireworks Show

Light up the sky one more time to close out the show & Summer. Best race track fireworks display awaits you at the conclusion of the Team Demo Final Round.

Race Track Birthday Bash!

Bring your special day to Dirt Oval 66 with our reserved birthday party package.

More Information

***Prices above INCLUDE all fees! On-site parking fee is $5 per vehicle.
Event is scheduled to conclude at approximately 9:30pm. Demolition derby classes, events, and total number of entries is subject to change without notice for any reason.

Fan requests/announcements are not accepted on event day. Please use our request form. Questions? Call 815-740-8000 or send us a message.

RAIN DATE: Sunday, August 31

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Team Demolition Derby 100 Event Info