3/16/2026
Port Royal Speedway
Opening Day Presented by Packer’s Concessions Set for Saturday at Port Royal Speedway
PORT ROYAL, PA — The 2026 racing season will officially get underway this Saturday at Port Royal Speedway with Opening Day presented by Packer’s Concessions, featuring the first event of the PA Posse 410 Sprint Car Series.
The headline division for the night will be the Weikert’s Livestock 410 Sprint Cars, opening their 2026 campaign with a $6,000-to-win A-Main event. The feature will offer a total A-Main purse exceeding $26,000, drawing many of Central PA's top sprint car competitors as they begin their chase for early-season momentum.
Joining the program will be the Penske Racing Shocks Super Late Models, who will compete in a $4,000-to-win main event, giving fans a strong two-division card to kick off the new season at The Speed Palace.
Fans are encouraged to arrive early, as the first 200 fans through the general admission gate will receive a free hot dog and commemorative sticker celebrating the opening race of the 2026 PA Posse 410 Sprint Car Series. The giveaway is made possible by Port Royal Speedway Ministries and Packer’s Concessions.
Younger race fans will also have the opportunity to take part in one of the track’s most exciting fan experiences by entering to become the Jr. Fan of the Night.
The Jr. Fan of the Night will receive an unforgettable evening at the track, including:
A ride in the pace truck
The opportunity to wave the green flag for a heat race
A gift from the Port Royal Speedway Novelty Stand
Free hot dog and small drink from Packer’s Concessions
A free smoothie from Old Mill Coffeehouse
A free cheese pizza from Brother’s Pizza in Howard, PA
A $10 voucher to Packer’s Concessions, courtesy of Juniata Med Trans
A photo from the night’s events courtesy of Brian Rhoad at WRT Speedwerx
A photo in Kish Bank Victory Lane with the night’s division winner
Young fans can sign up for free by visiting Chaplain Doug’s team just inside the general admission gate at the Fan Zone. The winner will be announced prior to Opening Ceremonies.
With the return of sprint car action, a strong late model program, fan giveaways, and the start of the 2026 PA Posse season, Saturday night will be an exciting kickoff to the racing year at Port Royal Speedway.
For the latest updates, ticket information, and the full 2026 schedule, follow Port Royal Speedway on social media or visit www.portroyalspeedway.com
Article Credit: Brad Strawser
Submitted By: Brad Strawser