Oregon, WI- The Midwest Racecar Graveyard Grand Opening is set for Friday July 24, 2026 at Madison International Speedway, part of the 12th annual Howie Lettow Classic Bytec Dairyland 100. The new attraction inspired by Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s Racecar Graveyard at Dirty Mo Acres will include a multitude of former race cars from across the region from both asphalt and dirt tracks.
The official ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 3:30pm on July 24. The Graveyard is located in the turn 4 woods of Madison International Speedway, honoring the stories of drivers, teams, and memorable races, preserving the legacy of Wisconsin and Midwest racing. Admission is included with your ticket or pit pass purchase.
In 2019, MIS owners Gregg and Angie McKarns, alongside fellow racing enthusiasts, transported Brian Holzhausen’s 1986 Ford Thunderbird to Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s Racecar Graveyard in North Carolina. This experience sparked the vision for a similar tribute in Wisconsin.
Leading the project as curator is former Auto Racing Promoter of the Year Chuck Deery. With deep racing roots formed at both Rockford Speedway and La Crosse Fairgrounds Speedway, Deery will ensure each car’s story is told with authenticity and passion.
Those interested in donating a car to the Midwest Racecar Graveyard are encouraged to contact Deery at chuckdeeery@gmail.com