Salem Speedway to Open April 1st!
The Salem Speedway will enter its 66th year of existence in 2012 with an action packed line up, featuring both the high banked oval and the quarter-mile infield track. The 2012 schedules includes 12 events and 14 days of on-track action and an increase of special events.
"Our aim is to expand our traditional events and create a fun-filled family atmosphere for everyone to enjoy," said Salem Speedway General Manager Richard Deaton. "Look for more entertainment at the races in 2012, including music, fireworks and kids activities."
The racing schedule begins on Sunday, April 1 with the Tacoi Bell/Pizza Hut Express Short-Track Festival. The race features O'Reilly Auto Parts Pure Stocks, Salem Speedway Front Wheel Drive Stocks, FAST Series Legend Cars, Bandoleros and Thunder Roadsters.
A two day event features Kentuckiana Ford Dealers ACRA 200. Saturday April 28th will feature ARCA practice and qualifying and Lucas Oil Great American Stock practice and qualifications. On Sunday, April 29th the event continues with ARCA Racing Series 200 and Lucas Oil Great American Stock 50.
The Faster Pastor Race and fireworks show is planned for Saturday, May 19th. This race will feature top speed modified tour, Lucas oil Great American Stocks, O'Reilly Auto Parts Pure Stocks and Salem Speedway Front Wheel Drive Stocks.
The Summer schedule will continue with a Truck and Tractor Pull on June 2; the Midwest 200 on June 16th, Firecracker 200 on July 4th, Summer Short-Track Showdown on July 15, Short Track Sun-Fun Festival on August 5th, 53rd Annual Joe James/Pat O'Conner Memorial on August 11; Short-Track Harvest of Speed on Sept 9th; Kentuckiana Ford Dealers ARCA Fall Classic on Sept 15th, Halloween 200 Prelude on October 27th, and Smoker Friendly Discount Tobacco Halloween 200 on Oct 28th.
Additional information concerning 2012 activities at the Salem Speedway, including ticket information, may be obtained by calling 812-883-6504 or toll free at 1-888-246-7223. Information is also available at the website www.salemspeedway.com. Salem Speedway is also on Facebook.
