SMART MOD "Flying VA Classic", Carolina Crate Mods & NASCAR Local Series Kickoff

THE FLYING VA CLASSIC: 2026 Dominion Raceway SEASON OPENER

SATURDAY, APRIL 4th | GATES OPEN @ 5:00 PM (SUNDAY RAIN DATE)

The ground shakes and the engines roar as history returns to Dominion Raceway. The Flying VA Classic is a high-octane tribute to the legendary Ray "Mr. Modified" Hendrick. With over 700 career wins and a legacy that defined Southern modified racing, we honor the "Flying 11" by bringing the baddest asphalt machines on the East Coast to the premier 4/10 mile facility that is, Dominion Raceway.

THE "FAST LANE" SUMMARY

THE HEADLINER: The SMART Modified Tour Flying VA Classic (99 Laps).

THE SHOWCASE: The Carolina Crate Modified Series debut.

THE QUEST: NASCAR Division I Season Opener for America Racer Late Models.

THE STARS: Pre-race Meet & Greet with Ryan Newman, Burt Myers, & Luke Baldwin.

THE FAMILY: Massive Easter Egg Hunt (5 PM) + Easter Bunny on-site!

THE DEAL: Adults $25 | KIDS 15 & UNDER FREE (Grandstands) sponsored by McGeorge's RV a Camping World company!

THE PERK: First 50 fans through the gate get a Limited Edition T-Shirt! "Domin10n" Celebrating the next 10 years of racing at Dominion! (Friday and Saturday we have 100 total)

THE RAIN DATE: IF WE GET UNLUCKY SUNDAY APRIL 5th***

This isn't just a season opener; it’s the birth of the "Domin10n" era. We are kicking off a new decade speed with a two-day, high-octane takeover that honors the legendary Ray "Mr. Modified" Hendrick and brings the most elite asphalt machines on the East Coast to our 4/10-mile "Ring of Fire."

THE MAIN EVENT: SATURDAY, APRIL 4TH

Saturday night is the crown jewel. The Flying VA Classic returns with the Pace-O-Matic SMART Modified Tour headlining a 99-lap war. We are talking 600-horsepower, open-wheel beasts driven by the best in the business.

NASCAR legend Ryan "Rocketman" Newman is back to defend his turf, but he’s walking into a hornets' nest. Luke Baldwin is coming off a massive 2025 where he secured back-to-back SMART championships, and veteran Burt Myers is looking to prove why he’s a "Madhouse" icon.

But the SMART mods aren't the only ones shaking things up. We are hosting the debut of the Carolina Crate Modified Series, bringing a massive field of hungry drivers from the Carolinas for high-stakes, door-to-door action.

THE HUNT FOR NATIONAL POINTS: TRUCKIN THUNDER D1 LATE MODELS

Our America Racer Late Models NASCAR Division I stakes have never been higher. These guys aren’t just racing for a trophy; they are hunting for national points to bring a D1 title home to Dominion.

Keep your eyes on Chase Johnson. This kid is on fire, last year alone he racked up 15 wins on his way to a track championship and the NASCAR Southeast Region title. He narrowly missed the national championship, so he’s coming back with a massive chip on his shoulder.

He’ll have his work cut out for him. Charlie Beals is locked in for a full-season run, and in a huge "return to roots" story, JJ Pack is back! After years of tearing up the old Dominion Speedway, JJ is returning to the new facility to prove he’s still the man to beat in the D1 America Racers.

THE YOUTH MOVEMENT AND LOCAL HEROES

The future of racing is bright at Dominion. The INEX Bandoleros are back both Friday and Saturday nights. These kids are the lifeblood of our youth movement, and seeing them wheel these cars at such a high level is incredible.

Saturday's full card also includes:

• Auto Glass Plus Inc. INEX Legends: Part of the massive Showdown Series.

• Renewal By Andersen UCARS: The grassroots, fender-rubbing action everyone loves.

• Carlisle III Home Inspection Bandoleros: Round two of the weekend for our youngest stars.

DON’T FORGET: FRIDAY NIGHT DOUBLE FEATURE (APRIL 3RD)

We aren't waiting for Saturday to get loud. Friday night is a total spectacle starting at 5:00 PM.

• The Legends Showdown Series: The first half of their double-header weekend.

• NASCAR Local Oval Racing: Featuring the Dominion Stocks and the wild 4/6/8 cylinder ANYCARS.

• No Prep Street Racing: We are opening up the 1/8 mile straight stretch! Bring your daily driver, your truck, or your bike and see what it can do for just $25.

FAMILY, FANS, AND FAST FOOD

Saturday is also our Easter Family Spectacular.

• 5:00 PM: The massive Easter Egg Hunt begins!

• Pre-Race: Head to the front stretch for a Meet & Greet with Newman, Myers, and Baldwin.

• The Deal: Adults are $25, but thanks to McGeorge’s RV, KIDS 15 & UNDER ARE FREE in the grandstands all weekend!

• The Perk: The first 50 fans through the gate get that Limited Edition "Domin10n" T-Shirt to celebrate our next 10 years.

Make it a weekend and stay with us. Between the on-site camping and the Tru by Hilton overlooking the track, there’s no reason to miss a single second of the action.

CLAIM YOUR TICKETS NOW: DominionRaceway.com