# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Brian Brooks Blue Plate Memorial Race
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 10 Oct, 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: 🏁 Brian Brooks Blue Plate Memorial Race
Date: October 10, 2026 
Time: Sign-ins will be from 2:00-3:00pm, driver's meeting at 3:30pm, opening ceremonies starting at 4:00pm. 

This event honors Brian Brooks’ passion for racing, sportsmanship, and fair competition.

• Red Rookie Class runs separately under standard Red Plate rules
• All other classes compete together using identical equipment:

• Honda 120 Engine
• Blue Restrictor Plate
• D10 Tires
• 290-pound minimum weight

This format emphasizes driver skill and racecraft.

🏁 Race Format

• All drivers compete in Heat Races
• Heat winners advance to the Dash
• Dash starting positions are randomly drawn
• Dash results set the front of the Feature
• Remaining spots filled through Lower Mains
• Feature includes 11 qualifiers + 1 Promoter’s Provisional

🎟️ Fundraiser Incentives

Ticket sales directly impact race day:

🏆 Top Two Ticket Sellers are added to the Dash, if not already qualified, guaranteeing a Feature spot

🏁 Heat Race pill draw is based on ticket sales ranking

Every ticket sold supports the Scholarship Program —and can improve your race position.

❤️ More Than a Race

We will also honor retiring drivers:

🏁 Tanner Butkovich
🏁 Bryce Buehrer

The evening will include a bonfire, food, fellowship, custom trophies, and event shirts featuring all pre-registered participants.

We Need Your Support

This event depends on our entire Tri-City family. Whether racing, volunteering, selling tickets, or sharing, your support matters.

Our mission is to honor Brian Brooks, celebrate our racing community, recognize our retiring drivers, and expand opportunities for future racers.

Thank you for helping us build something special.

🏁 Honoring the Past. Racing for the Future. ❤️
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/granite-city/brian-brooks-blue-plate-memorial-race/200030543465526
- **Event Categories**: Sports, Workshops, Meetups, Nonprofit, Contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 54

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Granite City
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 5056 Nameoki Rd. , Granite City, IL, United States, Illinois 62040
- **lat**: 38.75206
- **long**: -90.10176
- **full address**: 5056 Nameoki Rd. , Granite City, IL, United States, Illinois 62040

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Brian Brooks Blue Plate Memorial Race being held?
  - **A:** Brian Brooks Blue Plate Memorial Race takes place on Sat, 10 Oct, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sat, 10 Oct, 2026 at 02:00 pm at 5056 Nameoki Rd. , Granite City, IL, United States, Illinois 62040.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Brian Brooks Blue Plate Memorial Race?
  - **A:** Brian Brooks Blue Plate Memorial Race is organized by Tri-City Jr Speedway.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Brian Brooks Blue Plate Memorial Race is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Granite City, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 50+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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