2026 ProTek RC Midwest Nitro Challenge
St. Louis Dirt Burners is proud to announce the 2026 ProTek RC Midwest Nitro Challenge, taking place September 11–13, 2026! Get ready for one of the gnarliest and most competitive outdoor nitro racing events in the Midwest.
We’re thrilled to welcome back ProTek RC as our title sponsor for 2026!
Now celebrating our 25th anniversary of the Midwest Nitro Challenge, this legendary race continues to bring together top-level competition, unforgettable racing, and an unmatched atmosphere. Come test your skills against the best—or kick back and enjoy great racing, good times, and hanging out with friends.
Event Details 
• Location: St. Louis Dirt Burners
• Address: 2330 Marshall Road, Kirkwood, MO 63122
Schedule Highlights 
Friday, September 11th
• Check-in and open practice: 10 AM-9 PM.
Saturday, September 12th
• Registration Closes: 9 AM
• Driver’s Meeting: 9 AM
• Qualifying Starts (2 Rounds, 7.5 Minutes Each): 10 AM
• Raffle Drawings
Sunday, September 13th
• Mains Start: 10 AM
• Raffle Drawings
Event Info 
• Racing classes for all ages and skill levels!
• Fresh in-house MX-style track build.
• Awards for the top 5 finishers in each class by BOOM Graphics.
• Door prizes and Raffle drawing for prizes from ProTek RC, Cayote, Hitec, Mayako and more.
• FREE Event T-shirt with paid entry.
• Food concessions will be available to purchase at the track.
• 30 Minute Expert 1/8 Nitro Buggy A-main, 20 Minute Sportsman/40+/Open Nitro A-mains.
• Single 8 minute electric A-mains.
• Plenty of track time is offered for all racers.
• RV and trailer parking are both available; camping is permitted. No RV or trailer hook ups are available.
• Affordable hotels and entry fees.
Event Links 
• Pre-registration available online at: www.RCSignup.com
• Live results and scoring on: www.StLouisDirtBurners.LiveRC.com
• Event pages posted online at: www.Facebook.com/St.LouisDirtBurners
and www.DirtBurners.org
Facility Info
Follow our Facebook page for updates, and we’ll see you at the track! Stay tuned for more announcements on the St. Louis Dirt Burners page.
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