ENNIS (KDAF) — Texas Motorplex is kicking off their 40th anniversary by featuring the 10-day “Stampede of Speed” event, which includes the Stars of Texas country music festival and 40th annual NHRA Texas Fall Nationals, October 9-12.
Stampede of Speed will take place at the Motorplex from October 3 – 12, 2025. The Stars of Texas festival will be headlined by Pat Green, Chris Young, and Clint Black. Festivities will conclude with the NHRA Texas Fall Nationals from October 9 – 12. A full week of activities will highlight the economic benefit of motorsports in Texas as well as provide a wide variety of entertainment options for sports fans from across the state and around the country.
“The Texas Motorplex’s 40th anniversary is an exciting time not just for my family and the drag racing community, but for the state of Texas at large. Our Stampede of Speed event is packed with unforgettable moments for the whole family and celebrates everything that makes Texas,” said Christie Meyer Johnson, Texas Motorplex co-owner.
The event will also honor the 2025 Texas Motorplex Legends: John Force, 16-time Funny Car world champion, Joe Luebano and TJ Bailey, two Texas Motorplex employees who passed away earlier this year.
Other activities include: a lantern release, a BBQ cook-off, a beer expo, bull riding, a cornhole tournament, Champions’ Dinner, Fan Fest, racing and more. A comprehensive day-by-day schedule and more information can be found here.
