DIRTcar UMP Modifieds and Stock Cars; $8 for Adults, 12 and Under and Uniformed Firefighters and Police Get in Free

ROSSBURG, Ohio (May 14, 2015) – The largest fireworks show in Eldora Speedway history will be just one part of Saturday night’s Family Fireworks Night at historic Eldora Speedway.

The racing will feature the DIRTcar UMP Modifieds and a double feature for the Eldora Stocks.

In addition to the exciting racing, there are Bounce Houses, balloon twisting clowns and an autograph session with the drivers. And after the race, there is a fireworks extravaganza, the largest ever in Eldora Speedway history. Gates open at 5 p.m., with hot laps at 6:30 p.m. and the racing starting at 7:30 p.m.

Kids 12 and under are free, while for those over the age of 13 tickets are just $8. Also, uniformed Firefighters and Police get in at no cost.

Ticket information can be found at http://www.www.eldoraspeedway.com/races/schedule/family-fun-night-1/tickets/ or by calling (937) 338-3815.

The Eldora Stock cars return for the first time since the season opener on April 18 won by Rob Trent of Lima, Ohio. Trent will try to score another two wins this Saturday, but it will be a challenge.

There are two feature races Saturday with the results of the first race inverted for the start of the second. This means that the faster cars will be starting in the back of the pack which should produce some hectic racing as they look to move toward the front of the field.

This was evident in the opener as the cars went three and even four wide on the new clay surface.

Trent leads the point standings after one race, but Brandon Archey and defending champion Frank Paladino are right behind him.

The DIRTcar UMP Modifieds will have a new winner as Kyle Strickler returned to North Carolina after his win in the opener.

Expect Eldora’s local stalwarts to be led by veterans like Jerry Bowersock of Piqua and Fort Recovery’s Ryan Sutter as they battle Pennsylvania points chasers Evan and Jonathan Taylor for the right to drive atop Victory Stage.

About Eldora Speedway:

Since carved from a cornfield in the natural amphitheater that existed between the Eldora Ballroom and the Wabash River by bandleader Earl Baltes in 1954, Eldora Speedway has grown to be a frontrunner in motorsports growth and stability. Celebrating its 62nd season in 2015, Eldora hosts the biggest events in short-track racing including the 21st annual Dirt Late Model Dream by Ferris Mowers; the 32nd annual Kings Royal Weekend; the third NASCAR Camping World Truck Series 1-800-CAR-CASH Mud Summer Classic; and the 45th annual World 100. The complete schedule for Eldora’s 62nd consecutive season, including ticket and campsite information, is available at www.EldoraSpeedway.com and can be requested by phone at (937) 338-3815. Fans can get behind-the-scenes access of Eldora Speedway by following @EldoraSpeedway on Twitter, hitting ‘Like’ at www.facebook.com/EldoraSpeedway and on www.youtube.com/EldoraSpeedwayInc. The Eldora Speedway app for the iPhone, iPad and Android is available for free download via iTunes and Google Play.