BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Martinsville Tourism - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Martinsville Tourism X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.visitmartinsville.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Martinsville Tourism REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T190000 DTSTAMP:20251219T234557 CREATED:20251124T152819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T152819Z UID:10003134-1765040400-1765047600@www.visitmartinsville.com SUMMARY:Martinsville Speedway to Host 31st Annual Toy Drive DESCRIPTION:Martinsville Speedway will once again host a Holiday Run Festival on Saturday\, Dec. 6\, the same day as the annual Christmas Track Laps for Toy Drive event at the famed short track. \n  \nThe Holiday Run Festival will feature the Southside 10K run and 5K run or walk\, with a portion of each entry fee going directly towards the toy drive’s fundraising efforts\, benefiting Grace Network of Martinsville and Henry County. This will be the 31st year Martinsville Speedway has hosted the toy drive giving fans the opportunity to drive around the historic half-mile by donating to the cause. \n  \n“The Annual Christmas Toy Drive is such an important event here in our community\, bringing everyone together to support those throughout the Martinsville Henry-County and beyond during the holiday season\,” said Clay Campbell\, Martinsville Speedway President. “Grace Network has been an essential part of this fundraiser\, that truly keeps growing every year. It’s a testament to the ability this place has to bring people together\, and everything Martinsville Speedway represents.” \n  \nThose in the greater Martinsville region can start their morning with the Youth in Motion 5K\, beginning at 9 a.m.\, or the Southside 10K\, beginning at 10 a.m.\, then swap out their tennis shoes for tires during the track laps event at the speedway from 5 – 7 p.m. Community members can donate an unwrapped toy or $25 for the opportunity to drive laps around the iconic Virginia track in their personal vehicles. \n  \nThose in attendance can enjoy an evening filled with festive fun with a Martinsville Speedway twist. Fans can grab a famous Martinsville Hot Dog and top off their meal with Christmas cookies available at the Hot Dog Stand. Afterwards\, families and friends can head on over to Victory Lane for a picture with Santa ahead of the holiday season. \n  \nThe donated toys and monetary donations will be distributed to area children through Grace Network of Martinsville and Henry County\, which is a faith-based\, first-stop center for resources for families in crisis. The organization supports those in the community who need support to keep a roof over their heads\, homes warm and lighted\, and food on the table with short-term assistance and long-term solutions. To learn more about the Grace Network of Martinsville and Henry County\, visit gracenetworkmhc.org. \n  \nSponsors for Track Laps for Toy Drive include Brightspeed\, Lester Group\, Bassett Furniture\, AEP\, Patrick & Henry Community College\, Lawless Welding\, Sarver Properties & Cleaning\, all of whom are dedicated members of the community helping to support the event. \n  \nFor laps around the track\, drivers must sign waivers and be 18 years of age or older with a valid state-issued driver’s license. All participants must adhere to Virginia state laws regarding the usage of seat belts and child safety restraints.  \n  \nFor more information on the Toy Drive for Track Laps event\, or details on the 2026 racing season at Martinsville Speedway\, please visit martinsvillespeedway.com. URL:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/event/martinsville-speedway-to-host-31st-annual-toy-drive/ LOCATION:Martinsville Speedway\, 340 Speedway Rd\, Ridgeway\, VA\, 24148\, United States CATEGORIES:Motorsports ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/586236150_1279960664170139_1927882467916056718_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T183000 DTSTAMP:20251219T234557 CREATED:20250804T174601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T174601Z UID:10002818-1761487200-1761503400@www.visitmartinsville.com SUMMARY:NASCAR Cup Series XFINITY 500 DESCRIPTION:Be here to witness the NASCAR Cup Series action as the best drivers battle to keep their Championship hopes alive! \nIt All Comes Down to Martinsville! Be there as the NASCAR stars lay it all on the line to secure their spot in the Championship 4. See all the action from the egde of your seat live at the historic half-mile. \nClick HERE for more info.  URL:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/event/nascar-cup-series-xfinity-500/ LOCATION:Martinsville Speedway\, 340 Speedway Rd\, Ridgeway\, VA\, 24148\, United States CATEGORIES:Motorsports ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Calendar-Image-400-x-400-2025-07-17T101239.187.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T223000 DTSTAMP:20251219T234557 CREATED:20250804T175013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T175013Z UID:10002819-1761420600-1761431400@www.visitmartinsville.com SUMMARY:NASCAR XFINITY Series Playoff Race DESCRIPTION:See all of the future NASCAR stars in the action-packed Xfinity Series race on Saturday evening. The Xfinity Series drivers will be battling hard to see who will move on to the Championship 4. \nThe stars of the NASCAR Xfinity Series will battle\, beat and bang at the historic half mile for 250 laps. Don’t miss this always action packed race\, so get your tickets today. All seating is general admission. Youth 12 and under are FREE with a paying adult. \nGeneral Admission seating at a NASCAR race at Martinsville Speedway allows fans to choose their spots within designated areas\, offering flexibility and a more casual viewing experience. \nAll grandstand tickets are FREE for Youth 12 and younger for lead events (with accompanying adults).  \nClick HERE for more info.  URL:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/event/nascar-xfinity-series-playoff-race/ LOCATION:Martinsville Speedway\, 340 Speedway Rd\, Ridgeway\, VA\, 24148\, United States CATEGORIES:Motorsports ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Calendar-Image-400-x-400-2025-07-17T101239.187.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T220000 DTSTAMP:20251219T234557 CREATED:20250804T175216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T143622Z UID:10002820-1761328800-1761343200@www.visitmartinsville.com SUMMARY:The Slim Jim 200 - NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Playoff Race DESCRIPTION:Slim Jim®\, America’s No. 1 meat stick1 from Conagra Brands\, Inc. (NYSE: CAG)\, has teamed up with Martinsville Speedway\, as part of one of the most exciting race weekends on the NASCAR schedule. The iconic meat snack brand was named the entitlement partner for the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Playoffs race\, the track announced today\, the first of three penultimate playoff races at Martinsville. \n  \nThe Slim Jim 200 will take place on Friday\, Oct. 24\, under the lights at the famed short track\, where the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Championship Four will be decided. \n  \n“It’s always exciting to welcome new faces\, fans and partners to Martinsville Speedway\, and we look forward to having Slim Jim be a part of our race weekend experience\,” said Clay Campbell\, President\, Martinsville Speedway. “Slim Jim knows a thing or two about boldness and intensity and that’s exactly what short track racing is\, bold and intense. Between the fantastic crowds and the atmosphere that comes with playoff racing\, it’s sure to be a great weekend all around.” \n  \nSlim Jim is no stranger to NASCAR\, previously partnering with various teams and drivers\, however this is their first partnership with Martinsville Speedway. The snack brand was formerly the entitlement partner for the NASCAR All-Pro Series\, a series whose aim was to showcase the best short-track racers in the country\, making the collaboration with the famed short track a fitting one. \n  \n“Slim Jim is fired up to be part of NASCAR race weekend\,” said Matthew Brown\, Brand Director of Slim Jim. “It’s a perfect match for our bold brand and even bolder fans. We’re thrilled to bring the energy and excitement of Slim Jim to the track and celebrate with NASCAR fans.” \n  \nThe NASCAR Playoffs race weekend at Martinsville Speedway kicks off on Thursday night\, Oct. 23\, with the Virginia is for Racing Lovers 300 doubleheader event featuring the return of the Mazda MX-5 Cup\, followed by the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Championship. \n  \nThe weekend continues with three NASCAR Playoffs races\, starting on Friday evening\, Oct. 24\, with the Slim Jim 200\, followed by the NASCAR Xfinity Series Playoffs race on Saturday\, Oct. 25. \n  \nThe weekend concludes on Sunday afternoon where drivers in the NASCR Cup Series will compete in the Xfinity 500\, closing out the penultimate race weekend of the 2025 NASCAR season and deciding the Championship Four in all three NASCAR national series. \n   \nFor more details or to purchase tickets to the triple-header spring race weekend at Martinsville Speedway\, please visit www.martinsvillespeedway.com. Tickets are also available for purchase via phone at 877-RACE-TIX.   \n   \nClick HERE for more info.  URL:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/event/nascar-craftsman-truck-series-playoff-race/ LOCATION:Martinsville Speedway\, 340 Speedway Rd\, Ridgeway\, VA\, 24148\, United States CATEGORIES:Motorsports ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Speedway-blog.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T230000 DTSTAMP:20251219T234557 CREATED:20250529T180328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T180328Z UID:10002690-1758974400-1759014000@www.visitmartinsville.com SUMMARY:ValleyStar Credit Union 300 DESCRIPTION:Martinsville Speedway will host the 30th rendition of NASCAR’s biggest and most prestigious late model stock car race this fall\, celebrating 30 years of the ValleyStar Credit Union 300 – the finale of the Virginia Triple Crown. \n  \nIn honor of this anniversary\, Martinsville Speedway is upping the ante in the Triple Crown race. For the first time ever\, the winner(s) of the South Boston Speedway and Langley Speedway Triple Crown races will have a guaranteed starting position in the finale. Those winners will have an ensured chance to compete for the championship\, regardless of qualifying effort. \n  \n“The ValleyStar Credit Union is packed with layers of tradition\, intense competition and\, most importantly\, heart and soul\,” said Clay Campbell\, President of Martinsville Speedway. “For 30 years it’s been a cornerstone event for teams\, drivers and all of us here at Martinsville Speedway\, and celebrating this anniversary with some of the most passionate fans in the business is really special.” \n  \nNot only does 2025 mark 30 years of the famed Virginia Triple Crown finale\, but this year also celebrates 10 years of the longstanding partnership between ValleyStar Credit Union and Martinsville Speedway\, dating back to 2015 when the company was first named entitlement sponsor for the ValleyStar Credit Union 300.   \n  \nThe Virginia Triple Crown kicks off this summer with the first race set for June 28 at South Boston Speedway followed by the second race at Langley Speedway on July 19. \n  \nThen\, it all comes down to the finale at Martinsville\, with drivers competing for the title of Virginia Late Model Triple Crown Champion in the 30th anniversary of the ValleyStar Credit Union 300 on Saturday\, Sept. 27. \n  \nFor more details and ticket information for the ValleyStar Credit Union 300\, please visit www.martinsvillespeedway.com. Tickets are also available for purchase via phone at 877-RACE-TIX.  \n  URL:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/event/valleystar-credit-union-300/ LOCATION:Martinsville Speedway\, 340 Speedway Rd\, Ridgeway\, VA\, 24148\, United States CATEGORIES:Motorsports ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/ValleyStar-300.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T233000 DTSTAMP:20251219T234557 CREATED:20250207T010342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T154722Z UID:10001355-1758960000-1759015800@www.visitmartinsville.com SUMMARY:2025 ValleyStar Credit Union 300 DESCRIPTION:Martinsville Speedway will once again host NASCAR’s biggest\, richest and most prestigious Late Model Stock Car race\, the ValleyStar Credit Union 300\, on Saturday\, Sept. 27. \nThe famed short track will continue to be the setting for the finale of the Virginia Late Model Triple Crown\, where one driver will be named champion under the lights of Martinsville Speedway. \n“The ValleyStar Credit Union 300 is a race both our fans and all of us here at Martinsville Speedway look forward to each year\,” said Clay Campbell\, President of Martinsville Speedway. “It’s years of tradition\, toughness and determination all wrapped up into one event\, with the opportunity to crown not only a race winner\, but a Virginia Triple Crown Champion too.” \n2025 marks 10 years of the longstanding partnership between ValleyStar Credit Union and Martinsville Speedway\, dating back to 2015 when the company was first named entitlement sponsor for the ValleyStar Credit Union 300. \n“Our partnership with the racetrack is a natural extension of our 72 years of dedicated support to the Martinsville community” said Mike Warrell\, CEO\, ValleyStar Credit Union. “By partnering with Clay and his exceptional team\, together we can provide a positive impact on the residents of Martinsville and surrounding areas. We look forward to continuing this tradition of excellence and community support.” URL:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/event/2025-valleystar-credit-union-300/ LOCATION:Martinsville Speedway\, 340 Speedway Rd\, Ridgeway\, VA\, 24148\, United States CATEGORIES:Motorsports ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.visitmartinsville.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Calendar-Image-400-x-400-99.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR