MARS Late Models Set to Make History Sunday Night at Belle Clair Fairgrounds Park Speedway

1091 8/27/2026 Belle-Clair Speedway MARS Late Models Set to Make History Sunday Night at Belle Clair Fairgrounds Park Speedway BELLEVILLE, Ill. (Aug. 26, 2026)– History will be made this Sunday night, Aug. 30, as the MARS Late Model Championship powered by FK Rod Ends becomes the first Late Model touring series to compete on the all-new Belle Clair Fairgrounds Park Speedway. With more than 30 Late Model teams expected, race fans will witness one of the biggest events yet at the newly reconstructed quarter-mile dirt oval located at the historic Belle Clair Fairgrounds Park in Belleville, Ill., just 15 minutes from downtown St. Louis. The spotlight will shine on a heated championship battle as Ryan Unzicker enters the event holding a narrow advantage over Jason Feger in the MARS Late Model Championship standings. With valuable championship points on the line and the prestige of winning one of the first major events on the new facility, every lap will carry added significance. In addition to the Late Models, fans will also enjoy action from the MARS Modified Championship powered by Summit Racing Equipment, featuring some of the Midwest's top Modified drivers competing on the all-new racing surface. The Sunday night event is expected to attract not only the full roster of MARS series regulars, but also competitors from neighboring tracks, surrounding regions and national touring series eager to be part of this historic occasion. The race marks just the second event ever contested on the all-new Belle Clair Fairgrounds Park Speedway, adding another layer of excitement and anticipation for drivers and fans alike. "This event represents a major milestone for the new Belle Clair Fairgrounds Park Speedway," said Toby Kruse, the track’s operating manager. "The MARS Late Model Championship features many of the nation's top dirt Late Model competitors and being the first Late Model series to race on this new facility is a significant moment in the track's history." Sunday, Aug. 30 Schedule 4:00 p.m.– Advance ticket buyer grandstand gates open 4:30 p.m.– Box office and general grandstand admission opens 5:30 p.m.– Hot laps begin Qualifying immediately follows hot laps 7 p.m. – Racing Fans unable to attend in person can watch all the action live on FloSports. For tickets, event details and the latest information, visit www.BelleClairSpeedway.com. About Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park Speedway Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park Speedway is a premier ¼-mile dirt oval located within the Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park complex in St. Clair County, Illinois. Owned by St. Clair County and opened on August 1, 2026, the speedway was developed as an economic tourism driver to attract visitors from across the region while generating positive economic impact for local businesses and communities. Designed to host a diverse schedule of dirt track racing, concerts, festivals, and special events, the facility serves as a year-round destination for entertainment and community engagement. The speedway is leased and operated by Curtis Francois, with event promotion led by veteran motorsports executive Chris Blair and day-to-day operations managed by Toby Kruse. As part of the historic Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park complex, Belle-Clair Fairgrounds Park Speedway is committed to delivering high-quality events, supporting regional tourism, and enhancing St. Clair County's position as a leading destination for motorsports and live entertainment in the Midwest. Media Contact: Public Relations: pr@belleclairspeedway.com Website: www.BelleClairSpeedway.com Tickets: https://www.tixr.com/groups/belleclairspeedway Back to News