Despite holding the line on 2026 ticket prices, Eldora Speedway is raising the stakes.

More than $140,000 has been added to Saturday night purses across the Dirt Late Model Dream, Kings Royal and World 100 — highlighted by the World 100 joining the six-figure club. The Saturday night finale now pays $100,000-to-win.

Dream (3 days) – $644,450 Total Purse
• Increases to all B-Main positions (First non-transfer in each B-Main now earns $2,500 / B-Main start money increased to $500)
• Increases to all heat race non-transfers

Kings Royal (4 days) – $942,675 Total Purse
• Increases to every A-Main position – excluding winner (A-Main now pays $6,000-to-start)
• Increases to all B-Main positions. (First B-Main non-transfer now earns $3,500 / B-Main start money increased to $1,000)
• Increased payouts across all lower mains (C, D, etc)

World 100 (3 days) – $680,200 Total Purse
• Increases to every A-Main position ($100,000-to-win / $5,600-to-start)
• Increases to all B-Main positions (First non-transfers in each now earns $3,000 / start money increased to $1,000)
• Increases to all heat race non-transfers

The tradition of raising the winner’s share of the World 100 by at least $1,000 each year will continue moving forward.

An additional $50,000+ will be awarded through bonus programs including Every Lap Matters Points, Top Rookies and Hard Chargers.

Total driver payout across the 2026 Eldora schedule will exceed $3,000,000. Full purse breakdowns and other event details will be posted with entry forms later this spring.

Eldora GM Levi Jones:
“Because of the incredible loyalty of our fans and the unwavering commitment of Tony Stewart, we’re proud to announce that competitors at Eldora Speedway will race for even more money in 2026 — while ticket prices remain the same. More reward for the teams. The same value for our fans.

Get ready for incredible action, unforgettable moments, and the kind of entertainment you can only find at Eldora Speedway.”

Tickets for all 2026 events are on sale now at EldoraSpeedway.com/tickets