2026 VSCDA’s Ozarks Vintage Festival

5th Annual Vintage Festival
Presented by the Vintage Sports Car Drivers Association (VSCDA)
October 9–11, 2026
Ozarks International Raceway – Gravois Mills, Missouri

The Vintage Sports Car Drivers Association returns to Ozarks International Raceway for the 5th Annual Thunder in the Ozarks Vintage Festival, three unforgettable days celebrating the heritage, spirit, and camaraderie of vintage racing.

Set against the stunning backdrop of the Missouri Ozarks, this event showcases some of the most beautiful and historically significant race cars ever built, competing on one of the most exciting modern road courses in America. Drivers and enthusiasts will come together to celebrate the enduring passion that fuels the vintage racing community.

At the heart of the event is the spectacular 3.97-mile Ozarks International Raceway, a world-class circuit featuring 19 challenging turns and nearly 1,200 feet of elevation change per lap. This highly technical course rewards drivers’ skill while delivering exceptional racing action for spectators.

True to the VSCDA tradition, Thunder in the Ozarks places a strong emphasis on maximum track time and well-balanced race groups, ensuring competitors enjoy ample seat time while maintaining the club’s long-standing commitment to safe, respectful competition.

As always, the experience extends well beyond the track. One of the hallmarks of VSCDA events is the sense of community that brings racers together year after year. Catered dinners on Friday and Saturday evenings, held right in the garage area, provide the perfect setting for sharing stories, reliving the day’s racing, and building the friendships that make vintage racing unique.

Throughout the weekend, drivers and crew will enjoy on-site food trucks offering a variety of dining options, plentiful paved paddock parking, and a limited number of rentable garages.

Whether you are a seasoned vintage racer, a newcomer eager for your first laps, or a fan of classic motorsport, Thunder in the Ozarks promises a weekend filled with spirited driving, great company, and the unmistakable joy of vintage racing.

Join us in October and experience why Thunder in the Ozarks has quickly become one of the most anticipated events on the VSCDA calendar.

BEGIN REGISTRATION HERE

                                                                                            

 

Stacey A. Donato

VSCDA

1600 West Market Street

Logansport, IN  46947

Office 616-916-2650

Fax 574-753-4115

Website: https://vscda.org/

                                                                 

Details

When

Friday, 9 October, 2026 - Sunday, 11 October, 2026

2026-10-09 08:00:00 2026-10-11 17:00:00 Europe/London 2026 VSCDA’s Ozarks Vintage Festival 2026 VSCDA’s Ozarks Vintage Festival Ozark International Raceway 29211 MO-135, Gravois Mills, MO 65037 Luke Skywalker luke@starwars.com

Where

Ozark International Raceway 29211 MO-135, Gravois Mills, MO 65037
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Invitation

Invitation

Fees

October 9-11, 2026

Ozarks International Raceway

Gravois Mills, Missouri

3 Day Races Fri-Sun (2 Crew)                         

Early bird through 10/2/2026                                      $585

After 10/2/2026                                                                                    $685

Thursday Test & Tune Day                                                    $275   

VSCDA Temporary Membership                                  $ 80

(All drivers must be VSCDA members)

Co-Driver                                                                    $100

Additional Car                                                             $150

Additional Crew                                                          $ 20

Garage Rental –                                                         $ 65/single car space

100 spaces available for 2 car double occupancy – Team up with your buddy or meet a new friend.

                                                                                                                                                                                        

Saturday & Sunday Touring                                       $ 35/Day

Friday Night Dinner (1 free w/entry)                            $ 35

(Two Drink Tickets Included)

Saturday Night Dinner (1 free w/entry)                       $ 35

(Two Drink Tickets Included)

Cancellation Refund Policy: A full refund of the entry fee will be issued before September 24, 2026. A partial refund (entry fee - $50.00 service fee) will be issued until the opening of registration on Thursday p.m. No refunds for cancellations will be made once registration closes on track entrance day (the day before the 1st practice race begins).

Entries

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Attendees

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Schedule

THUNDER IN THE OZARKS SCHEDULE
RACE SCHEDULE   REGISTRATION & TECH INFORMATION      
Friday, OCTOBER 9, 2026   ALL WAIVERS WILL BE SIGNED AT THE TRACK        
Thursday, OCTOBER 8, 2026              
8:00 AM MANDATORY DRIVERS MEETING GARAGE/TECH CENTER 2:00 - 7:00 PM Registration Open at Gate Entrance        
8:45AM Practice 1 Group D 2:00 - 8:00 PM Tech & Express Inspection at Garage/Tech Center     
9:10AM Practice 1 Group C   (Express Tech must have Annual Tech & Completed Tech Sheet)
9:35AM Practice 1 Group B 4:30 PM Track Chalk Talk with Peter Zeckert at Garage/Tech Center  
10:00AM Practice 1 Group A 5:30PM Registered Drivers Street Car Track Drive      
10:25AM Practice 1 Group E Friday, OCTOBER  9, 2026              
10:50AM Practice 2 Group D 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM Registration Open at Gate Entrance        
11:20AM Practice 2 Group C 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM Tech & Express Inspection at Garage/Tech Center     
11:50 AM LUNCH BREAK   (Express Tech must have Annual Tech & Completed Tech Sheet)
12:00 PM LATE ARRIVAL DRIVERS MEETING GARAGE/TECH CENTER 12:00 PM Track Chalk Talk with Peter Zeckert at Garage/Tech Center  
1:00PM Practice 2 Group B Saturday, OCTOBER 10, 2026              
1:30PM Practice 2 Group A 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Registration Open at Gate Entrance        
2:00PM Practice 2 Group E 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Tech & Express Inspection at Garage/Tech Center     
2:30PM Qualifying 1 Group D   (Express Tech must have Annual Tech & Completed Tech Sheet)
3:00PM Qualifying 1 Group C Sunday, OCTOBER 11, 2026              
3:30PM Qualifying 1 Group B 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Registration Open at Gate Entrance        
4:00PM Qualifying 1 Group A   NO TECH ON SUNDAY            
4:30PM Qualifying 1 Group E
5:30 PM Registered Drivers Street Car Track Drive
  RACE GROUPS            
Saturday, OCTOBER 10, 2026 RACE GROUPS REGISTERED DRIVE WRISTBAND REQUIRED TO GET ON TRACK  
RACE A GROUP 2 VINTAGE PRODUCTION BASED SPORTS CARS    
8:30AM Qualifying 2 Group D RACE B GROUPS 3 & 8 SPORTS RACING CARS & HISTORIC PROD GTU, GT4, GT5
9:00AM Qualifying 2 Group C RACE C GROUPS 4 & 7 ALL OPEN WHEEL, FF, CF, FV, & MONOPOSTO to FORMULA "70"
9:30AM Qualifying 2 Group B RACE D GROUPS 5 & 9  FIA, WMC, PROTOTYPES, & S2000      
10:00AM Qualifying 2 Group A RACE E GROUP 6  HISTORIC PROD GTO & CLOSED WHEEL COMPETITION GTl & GT3
10:30AM Qualifying 2 Group E
11:00AM Sprint Race  Group D
11:30AM Sprint Race  Group C   VSCDA ADD ON EVENTS          
12:00 PM LUNCH BREAK Friday, OCTOBER 9, 2026              
1:00PM Sprint Race  Group B 4:30 PM COCKTAILS AT THE GARAGE          
1:30PM Sprint Race  Group A 6:00 PM FRIDAY DINNER IN THE GARAGE        
2:00PM Sprint Race  Group E Saturday,  OCTOBER 10, 2026              
2:30PM Heat Race Group D 11:15 AM MANDATORY TOURING MEETING AT TECH/GARAGE CENTER  
3:05PM Heat Race Group C 12:00 PM LUNCH TIME TOURING          
3:40PM Heat Race Group B 4:30 PM COCKTAILS AT THE GARAGE          
4:15PM Heat Race Group A 6:00 PM SATURDAY DINNER & COMPASS AWARDS IN THE GARAGE  
4:50PM Heat Race Group E Sunday, OCTOBER 11, 2026              
11:15 AM MANDATORY TOURING MEETING AT TECH/GARAGE CENTER  
Sunday, OCTOBER 11, 2026 12:30 PM LUNCH TIME TOURING          
                       
8:30AM Feature Race 1 Group D     2026 VSCDA CALENDAR          
9:05AM Feature Race 1 Group C DATE   EVENT              
9:40AM Feature Race 1 Group B TBD   ANNUAL BOARD MEETING           
10:15AM Feature Race 1 Group A                    
10:50AM Feature Race 1 Group E VSCDA WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU FOR ATTENDING      
11:25AM Feature  Race 2 Group D THIS AMAZING EVENT AND WISH YOU SAFE TRAVELS ON YOUR TRIP HOME.   
12:00AM Feature  Race 2 Group C
12:30PM LUNCH BREAK
1:30PM Feature  Race 2 Group B
2:05PM Feature  Race 2 Group A
2:40PM Feature  Race 2 Group E
Revised 3/16/2026

Contact

Please contact the office with questions.

Vintage Sports Car Drivers Association

EMAIL:  vscda@vscda.org

1600 W. Market Street
Logansport, IN  46947

Stacey Donato
Office Manager

Office 616-916-2650
Fax 574-753-4115

Lodging

  

Hotels - For a full list of lodging options, go to https://www.funlake.com/lodging

Paddock

Camping - RV Spots - 12 with 30-amp connections – 12 with 50-amp connections. Reserve at services@ozarksinternationalraceway.com

Fuel – Race fuel is available at the service building.