Monday, November 9, 2026

Rockingham to Host Staging Light Carolina Footswap Nationals

Make plans now to attend the Staging Light Inaugural Carolina Footswap Nationals on October 13-15, 2023 at Rockingham Dragway.

ROCKINGHAM, NC- Hey Footbrake racers! The Inaugural Staging Light Carolina Footswap Nationals is coming up on October 13-15, 2023 at Rockingham Dragway. The three-day footbrake only event will feature $10K main events each day for one low price of $350! In addition, there will also be two $3K Gamblers Races on Friday and Saturday night.

Rockingham Dragway has recently made some improvements to their facility. Some of these upgrades include, a new concrete surface, new Accutime timing system, new dial-in boards, and new restrooms. Come check it out!

MotorManiaTV will be on-site and covering the action all weekend long! The livestream sponsors are Hot Shot’s Secret and Vickers Performance Transmissions. 

Get more race details below!

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Triple $10K’s

Friday, Saturday, and Sunday will each host a $10,000-to-win main event. Runner-ups will walk away with $3,000 and the semi-finalists will earn $1,000. Round money starts with round 3 winners. the one-day entry is $150 and the 10/10/10 weekend entry is only $350! There will be a 1st round re-entry available for $100 if needed. This race will be pay at the gate.

Photo Credit: Wes Taylor

Gamblers Races

Friday and Saturday night will feature a $3,000-to-win Gamblers Race where the runner-up will claim $1,000 and the semi-finalists will take home $500. The entry fee will be $100 and double entries are allowed. There will be $50 round money starting with round 3 win. A $50 re-entry round will commence if there are less than 90 cars.

Photo Credit: Wes Taylor

Schedule

Thursday

  • 4PM- Gates Open/ Early Parking
  • Purchase Entries & Crew Credentials
  • Gates Open All Night!

Friday

  • 8AM- Registration Open
  • 9AM- Time Trial (1)
  • Eliminations to Follow
  • Friday Night Gamblers

Saturday

  • 8AM- Registration Open
  • 9AM- Time Trial (1)
  • Eliminations to Follow
  • Saturday Night Gamblers

Sunday

  • 8AM- Registration Open
  • 8AM- Church Service
  • 9AM- New Entry Time Trial
  • Eliminations to Follow

Spectators/ Crew

  • Adults: $10 per Day
  • Kids 12 & Under FREE!

If you need more information about the Carolina Footswap Nationals, contact Michael Beard at 440-415-3541 or at staginglight@gmail.com. You can also visit their website at www.staginglight.com.

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