Merrittville Speedway turns 70 this year

Monday, 18 January 2021 10:09

By Tami Jeanneret

Canada's oldest dirt track announcing jam packed schedule, COVID-19 permitting.

Officials say the season will kick off Saturday, April 17th with the 2021 edition of the Spring Sizzler featuring 360 sprint cars and 358 modifieds.

Other highlights include the Duel on the Dirt home race, May 1st and the Sprint Car doubleheader on Victoria Day Monday.

The first race of June will see the popular Best Appearing Dog contest.

Over the Canada Day long weekend, there's the annual Truck Show n’ Shine, followed by fireworks on July 3rd.

Organizors say you can call and reserve a spot to show off your transport, dump truck, or tow truck.

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