08/25/2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
California Hot Rod Reunion to Feature 17 Different Drag Racing Classes
Bakersfield, CA — August 24, 2026 — The California Hot Rod Reunion, presented by Good Vibrations Motorsports and featuring Nitro Revival, is set to deliver a full weekend of throwback style drag racing action when the event returns to the legendary Famoso Dragstrip October 23rd–25th, 2026.
This year’s Reunion will feature 17 different drag racing classes, ranging from door slammers to gassers to altereds and much more.
Headlining the weekend will be the fan-favorite nitro-burning Top Fuel Dragsters, Funny Cars and AA/Fuel Altereds, bringing the sights and sounds of nitromethane-powered drag racing to Famoso’s historic quarter-mile.
Pro Modified racing will also return in a big way, with the West Coast Outlaw Pro Mod Association competing throughout the weekend. Joining them will be the NHRA Heritage Series Group 1 and Group 2 classes, along with the always-popular A/FX class.
Making its return following its successful debut at the 2025 California Hot Rod Reunion is the California Independent Funny Car Association (CIFCA). The Outlaw Gasser Association will also be on hand, making smoky burnouts and high-flying wheel standing exhibition runs throughout the weekend.
With 17 classes competing, the 2026 California Hot Rod Reunion promises a jam-packed weekend of drag racing action, from the roar of nitro-burning race cars to the wheel-standing excitement of vintage and modern competition.
And the racing is only part of the experience!
Every California Hot Rod Reunion ticket is an ALL-ACCESS PASS and includes access to the pits, Car Show, Vendor Midway and Swap Meet. Fans can get up close to the race cars and drivers, browse hundreds of vendors and swap meet displays, and experience the history and culture that have made the California Hot Rod Reunion one of the premier events on the West Coast.
“Whether you’re a lifelong drag racing fan or experiencing the Reunion for the first time, there will be something happening all weekend long,” said event producer, Blake Bowser. “With 17 different racing classes, nitro-burning legends, Pro Mods, A/FX, Funny Cars, Gassers and so much more, this is going to be one incredible weekend at Famoso.”
About the California Hot Rod Reunion
The California Hot Rod Reunion celebrates the history, heritage and excitement of drag racing while bringing together legendary race cars, drivers, fans and families for a weekend of competition and entertainment at Famoso Dragstrip. The event is presented by Good Vibrations Motorsports and features Nitro Revival, with proceeds benefiting the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum.
TICKETS & INFORMATION
California Hot Rod Reunion
October 23–25, 2026
Famoso Dragstrip — Bakersfield, California
NHRA Motorsports Museum
Phone: (800) 759-8679
Email: [email protected]
