PACIFIC RACEWAYS INVITATIONAL
October 3-4-5, 2025
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As synonymous with autumn is college football, the Pacific Raceways Invitational Road Race returns for a fifth year Oct. 3-5 at the historic Kent track.
This highly anticipated race brings together an exciting collection of West Coast racers from various sanctioning bodies, competing in a wide range of racecars—from vintage machines to open-wheel formula cars, and even ground-pounding stock cars. Race groups are organized by speed and engine displacement, ensuring thrilling competition across all classes.
Weekend Schedule
- Friday: Test & Tune for entered racecars
- Saturday: Morning qualifying sessions + afternoon sprint races
- Sunday: Morning sprint races + afternoon feature races
Saturday Highlights – OktoberFAST!
Saturday’s festivities include OktoberFAST, featuring a Bavarian-style menu of food and beverages, a car show in the paddock, and vendor booths offering seasonal items for the whole family.
Why Racers Love the Invitational
The Pacific Raceways Invitational has become a favorite among racers from SOVREN, SCCA, Conference, Lucky Dog, Lemons, and more. This event gives racers the rare opportunity to compete against others they don’t typically face, adding to the excitement.
Additionally, Friday’s test day is included in the low-priced entry fee, making it a fantastic value. The coveted Pacific Raceways Invitational trophies are highly sought after, and winners will celebrate with a checkered flag-waving victory lap to cap off their race.
Race Registration
Drivers wishing to enter the 2025 Pacific Raceways Invitational can here.
For Fans & Spectators
Fans love the Invitational for its variety of racecars and drivers, and Saturday’s OktoberFAST festival is an annual highlight, bringing a lively Bavarian-style atmosphere to the paddock.
A Rich Racing Legacy
Since its opening in 1960, Pacific Raceways has been a must-stop venue for road racing. In its first three decades, it hosted numerous SCCA Pacific Grand Prix and USRRC events, attracting legendary competitors like Carroll Shelby, Ken Miles, Roger Penske, and Davey MacDonald.
The track was also home to a USAC IndyCar-type race in 1969, where Al Unser took the overall win with Mario Andretti finishing runner-up. Additionally, Pacific Raceways was a fixture on the TransAm tour, featuring the likes of Dan Gurney, Mark Donohue, and Parnelli Jones.
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Photos provided by Bert McBride & Patrick Krohn
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This is a “CAN NOT MISS” event!