Catch a race at 'The Rock'

For nearly 40 years, Rockingham Dragway has been the premier drag racing facility of the Carolinas. Built in 1969, the Richmond County racetrack produced two major races each year until its rebirth in 1992, when the track came into new ownership. It boasts an ongoing 37-year streak as the host of at least one major national drag racing championship and has also expanded its racing schedule and implemented a track improvement and expansion program. The dragway sits across the street from the closed Rockingham Speedway, which was also affectionately called “The Rock,” between Charlotte, Raleigh and Greensboro in one of the Carolinas’ fastest-growing regions. Many race fans travel more than 150 miles to attend a major event. You can also make the most of your visit by spending some time golfing or antiquing in the area.