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NHRDA BIG SKY TRUCK FEST

NHRDA Big Sky Truck Fest
  • 8405 Raceway Lane, Acton, MT 59002
  • August 14-15, 2026

NHRDA Big Sky Truck Fest

The Biggest Truck Show in Montana

This action-packed weekend combines drag racing, truck exhibitions, a big rig light show, dyno competition, and a burnout contest. The venue features vendor displays showcasing diesel performance products, weekend camping accommodations, food service, and a beer garden. All competitors are welcomed, and the event streams live on Diesel TV.

Event Features:

  • Drag racing
  • Truck exhibitions
  • Big rig light show
  • Dyno competition
  • Burnout contest
  • Vendor displays
  • Weekend camping
  • Food service
  • Beer garden
  • Streamed live on Diesel TV

Event Schedule:

Friday Schedule:
  • Spectator Gates Open: 3:00 PM
  • Drag racing qualifying (2 rounds) 5:00-7:00 PM
  • No Time drag racing 5:00-8:00 PM
  • Dyno testing 5:00-8:00 PM
  • Burnout pit contest 7:30-8:30 PM
  • Big Rig light show 8:00-9:30 PM
Saturday Schedule:
  • Competitor Gates Open: 8:00 AM
  • Spectator Gates Open: 9:00 AM
  • Final qualifying round 11:00 AM
  • Drag race eliminations begin 1:00 PM
  • Truck show and show & shine 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
  • Dyno contest 9:00 AM-5:00 PM

Racing Classes:

Top Diesel
Pro Mod
Hot Rod Semi
Pro Street
Super Street
6.70 Index
Super Diesel
Sportsman
Big Rig Bracket
Test N Tune

Spectator Pricing:

  • Adult Weekend: $30
  • Saturday Only: $20
  • Children 12 Under: Free
  • Trackside Tailgate Parking: $50
  • Dry Camping Weekend: $100 (no hookup)

Competitor Tech Card Pricing:

  • Top Diesel Pro Mod: $200
  • Hot Rod Semi Pro Street: $150
  • Super Street 670 Index: $100
  • Super Diesel Sportsman: $80
  • Big Rig Bracket: $80
  • Test Tune Friday: $50
  • Burnout Pit: $100
  • Big Rig Show Shine: $50
  • Pickup Show Shine: $50
  • Dyno Registration: $130
  • Crew Member Admission: $30

Requirements:

  • All drag race competitors must maintain current 2026 NHRDA membership
  • Mandatory drivers meetings scheduled for both days

Recommended Lodging:

Billings Hotel & Convention Center

1223 Mullowney Lane, Billings, MT 59101

406-248-7151

Group code available upon request

Venue Location:

Event Details

  • Start Date : August 14, 2026
  • End Date : August 15, 2026
  • Rain Date : August 16, 2026
  • Venue : Yellowstone Dragstrip
  • Location : Acton, MT

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