Weekend Event Update

 


Presented By
Baltimore-Washington Ford Dealers Association

Friday, October 9 Saturday October 10 On Schedule

On Schedule

Sunday, October 11 CANCELLED
With only two East Coast Collision Midnight Madness events to go, you won’t want to miss Friday night, October 9. The weather is shaping up to be PERFECT for a wild night of racing!

This Friday is your final chance to qualify for the Grand Champion Run-Off taking place on October 30. The winner from the final 2025 race along with all 2026 winners in Pro Street, Super Street, Diesel Shootout, and Motorcycle will qualify.

Super Street, Pro Street, and Diesel Shootout: The Grand Champion Run-Off winner will receive $1,000, a Championship Jacket, and a 2027 Midnight Madness Gold Card at the banquet.

Motorcycles: The winner will receive $500 presented by Bracket Bike Racing Matters, a Championship Jacket, and a 2027 Midnight Madness Gold Card at the banquet.
Saturday: ON SCHEDULE!
Saturday is jam-packed with something for everyone:

Car Show: Registration runs from 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM, judging from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM, and awards presentation at 4:00 PM.

Swap Meet & Midway: Browse the Swap Meet for all the garage treasures you can carry... and don't forget to bring cash for that 10mm socket you know you're missing! Need something bigger to haul your haul? Stop by the Ford display to check out the newest trucks and their new vehicle lineup. Plus, Drag Gear will be on the midway just in case your wardrobe needs another black racing shirt.

Track Action:
10:00 AM: ET Time Runs (two sessions)

1:00 PM & 3:00 PM: Warriors Outlaw Qualifiers - Warriors will run for double points.

3:00 PM & 5:00 PM: The Beast from the East Jet Dragster lights up the sky with burner pops followed by a 300+ mph pass down the 1/4 mile!

Approx. 3:30 PM: ET Eliminations

5:00 PM: Warriors Outlaw Eliminations - Warriors will run for double points.

Sunday: CANCELLED
Due to the unfavorable weather forecast, Sunday’s portion of the Ford Fever Classic has been officially cancelled.

 

A huge shout-out to the Baltimore–Washington Ford Dealers Association—thank you for powering this incredible weekend! While you’re taking a break from the smell of burning rubber, head over to the Ford display on the midway. Whether you're eyeing a brand-new tow rig, an everyday driver, or the latest performance machine, the team is on-site and ready to walk you through the full lineup and set you up with an unbeatable deal.
 

 

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To visit ET Central CLICK HERE