BATAVIA, Ohio – The stars of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series presented by FloRacing are set for an exciting Independence Day weekend in the Buckeye State with a pair of marquee events at two of Ohio’s premier dirt tracks.
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Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series at Mansfield Speedway Schedule
The weekend opens on Friday, July 3, with the Freedom 250 at Mansfield Speedway, where drivers will compete in a complete Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series program featuring Dirt Draft Hot Laps, Allstar Performance Time Trials, Heat Races, B-Mains, and the 50-lap feature paying $25,000 to the winner.
Fans planning to attend Friday's event should note that pit gates open at 2:00 p.m., early grandstand access for advance ticket holders begins at 4:00 p.m., and general admission gates open at 5:00 p.m. Fans are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance to take advantage of early entry and secure the best seats for an evening of premier dirt late model racing. On-track action begins at 7:00 p.m.
Mansfield Speedway, located in Mansfield, Ohio, approximately midway between Cleveland and Columbus. Originally opened in 1959, the historic facility has hosted everything from NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series races to the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series before undergoing a major redevelopment. Under new ownership, the speedway has been transformed into a premier dirt racing destination, featuring a rebuilt racing surface, upgraded grandstands, modern fan amenities, and one of the largest video boards in grassroots motorsports.
Advance tickets can be purchased by visiting TheSpeedway.com.
Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series at Muskingum County Schedule
The action shifts to Muskingum County Speedway on Saturday, July 4, for the annual Freedom 50, where another complete Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series program culminates with a 50-lap feature paying $25,000 to win. Support divisions featuring the 604 Late Models and Modifieds, and one of the area's largest post-race fireworks displays.
Pit gates open at 2:00 p.m., general admission gates open at 4:00 p.m., and on-track action begins at 6:30 p.m. Fans can also meet the stars of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series during the driver autograph session from 5:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.
The 3/8-mile clay oval, owned by the Moran family, has been a staple of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series schedule for more than two decades and has become one of Ohio's premier destinations for dirt late model racing.
Tickets to the Freedom 50 can be purchased in advance by visiting MuskingumCountySpeedway.com.
2026 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Point Standings
Position | Driver | Points |
1 | Hudson O’Neal | 4140 |
2 | Brandon Sheppard | 4130 |
3 | Devin Moran | 3990 |
4 | Brandon Overton | 3765 |
5 | Max Blair | 3685 |
6 | Ricky Thornton Jr. | 3635 |
7 | Garrett Alberson | 3510 |
8 | Josh Rice | 3430 |
9 | Brian Shirley | 3370 |
10 | Kyle Bronson | 3270 |
11 | Carson Ferguson | 3265 |
12 | Clay Harris | 3145 |
13 | Dan Ebert | 2950 |
14 | Dillon McCowan | 2775 |
15 | Daniel Hilsabeck | 2660 |
Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Purses
Friday, July 3 at Mansfield: 1. $25,000, 2. $10,000, 3. $6,000, 4. $4,000, 5. $3,500, 6. $2,700, 7. $2,500, 8. $2,300, 9. $2,200, 10. $2,100, 11. $2,000, 12. $1,900, 13. $1,800, 14. $1,700, 15. $1,600, 16. $1,500, 17. $1,500,18. $1,500, 19. $1,500, 20. $1,500, 21. $1,500, 22. $1,500, 23. $1,500, 24. $1,500 = $82,800
Saturday, July 4 at Muskingum County: 1. $25,000, 2. $10,000, 3. $6,000, 4. $4,000, 5. $3,500, 6. $2,700, 7. $2,500, 8. $2,300, 9. $2,200, 10. $2,100, 11. $2,000, 12. $1,900, 13. $1,800, 14. $1,700, 15. $1,600, 16. $1,500, 17. $1,500,18. $1,500, 19. $1,500, 20. $1,500, 21. $1,500, 22. $1,500, 23. $1,500, 24. $1,500 = $82,800
Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Tire Rule
Left Rear/Fronts - Hoosier (90) NLMT2, (90) NLMT3
Right Rear - Hoosier (92) NRM NLMT2, (92) NRM NLMT3, (92) NRM NLMT4