Pumpkin Coloring Contest Returns Sunday Morning of Fest

West Salem, WI – Come one and come all! The annual pumpkin coloring contest takes place Sunday, October 6th at 9:00 AM of the 55th Oktoberfest Race Weekend in the Fair Exhibition Hall on the Main Stage! Make sure you are there to be part of the FUN! Also happening in the Exhibition Hall is […]

OKTOBERFEST RACE WEEKEND FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

West Salem, WI – Attending Oktoberfest Race Weekend for the first time? Check out our frequently asked questions below. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES: The LaCrosse Speedway office is located just outside the main grandstand entrance. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES: We will not serve beer to anyone under the legal drinking age, or to anyone who is deemed intoxicated. Proper […]

Pet Costume Parade is something to See and participate in at Oktoberfest!

For many, the 55th Annual Oktoberfest Race Weekend at the La Crosse Fairgrounds Speedway in West Salem, Wisconsin is solely not about the racing, but the other events that go on during the four days at the fairground’s property.  One of those happens every Friday afternoon, October 4th at 2:00pm outside of the Exhibition Hall for the […]

Original Dick Trickle “99” Creates Edge of the Seat Racing at Fest

West Salem, WI – The 17th running of the Dick Trickle “99” will highlight night two of the 55th Annual Oktoberfest Race Weekend on Friday, October 4th at the La Crosse Fairgrounds Speedway in West Salem, WI. What makes this race special at Oktoberfest is that it is not a simple traditional Super Late Model […]

Double-O Remains a Fest Fan Favorite on Thursday Night

West Salem, WI- One of the most unique racing events of Oktoberfest Race Weekend if not all of short track auto racing takes place during Thursday night of the annual event held the fifth weekend after Labor Day at LaCrosse Fairgrounds Speedway.  While the majority of the seventeen racing divisions battle on the large 5/8 of […]

Jacob Goede Preparing for His Fest Weekend Challenge

By: Kevin Ramsell West Salem, WI – Former NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series National Champion Jacob Goede made the decision to compete the full season at La Crosse Fairgrounds Speedway in West Salem, Wisconsin. The ten-time Elko Speedway track champion is looking at his first La Crosse Kwik Trip Late Model title during the […]

Futures, Knights, Double Features and More a Week from Today at Fest

West Salem, WI – The 55th Annual Oktoberfest Race Weekend will open next Thursday, October 3rd at the La Crosse Fairgrounds Speedway in West Salem, Wisconsin. The opening night of racing will get underway at 6pm with the most divisions competing on one night over the four days of racing. The Super Late Models will […]

Big Sportsmen Payday Ahead For Sportsmen Winner at Oktoberfest

West Salem, WI – Speedway officials announced today a large purse for the Area Sportsmen division during the 55th Oktoberfest Race Weekend. The Area Sportsmen division competes on Friday night, October 4th and the winner’s share for the 25 lap feature race will be $7000.  Second place will also receive a boost in payout, with a  $777 […]

55 Reasons to Attend Oktoberfest Race Weekend

If you have ever wondered why you should attend the 55th Oktoberfest Race Weekend, we have you covered. Here are 55 reasons you should be attending Wisconsin’s largest short track racing event.   Go all 4 days Enjoy the quarter mile Meet your favorite driver Visit pit row After-race parties Count the race cars Bring the […]