From Tri City Raceway Media
West Richland, WA — The Pacific Northwest’s most iconic short track race is back.
Tri-City Raceway will launch its 2026 season with the Bonney’s TYM Tractors 57th Running of the Apple Cup presented by Legends Casino, taking place April 11–12 at the Nation’s Fastest ½-Mile Tri-Oval — a weekend set to bring together the best drivers, teams, and fans from across the West Coast.
Long regarded as one of the premier events in regional motorsports, the Apple Cup continues to stand as a crown jewel of West Coast racing, with a legacy that dates back to 1967.
The two-day showcase will feature a star-studded lineup of competition, highlighted by:
Saturday, April 11 CARS Tour West Pro Late Models $7,500 to Win
Plus: Hobby Stocks + Speedtype Modifieds
Sunday, April 12 Northwest Super Late Model Series Apple Cup 125 $10,000 to Win
Plus: Northwest Vintage Modifieds & Ministocks
Fans can expect intense side-by-side racing, elite talent, and the return of one of Northwest motorsports’ most prestigious trophies.
Saturday night will mark the season opener for the CARS Tour West, bringing one of the fastest-growing short track series in the country to the Pacific Northwest.
The Pro Late Models will take center stage as teams from across the West converge on the Nation’s Fastest Half-Mile Tri-Oval to launch the series’ inaugural season in the Northwest.
The field is expected to include rising young talent Keelan Harvick, adding national attention to the historic Apple Cup weekend.
Originally held at Yakima Speedway, the Apple Cup quickly grew into a proving ground for legends of the sport.
Over nearly six decades, it has featured names such as:
Hershel McGriff
Derrike Cope
Garrett Evans
Don Dowdy
Today, the tradition continues at Tri-City Raceway, a facility that has helped revive and elevate the event into a modern-era race while honoring its deep-rooted history.
Located at the base of Red Mountain, Tri-City Raceway is one of the most unique venues in North America — the only half-mile paved tri-oval of its kind.
Known for its high speeds, challenging layout, and dramatic racing, the track has become a destination for competitors and fans alike, drawing attention from across the region and beyond.
The Apple Cup is more than just a season opener — it’s a tradition that signals the return of racing in the Northwest.
Each year, thousands of fans gather for a weekend that blends history, competition, and community, setting the tone for the racing season and continuing a legacy that has spanned generations.
Event Information:
Event: 57th Running of the Apple Cup
Dates: April 11–12, 2026
Location: Tri-City Raceway
West Richland, WA
Tickets: Available online at