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By the People, for the People
NASCAR Spring Rumble Returns to The Bullring in Las Vegas
Star Nursery Late Models headline the spring racing event at the iconic short track.
Apr. 9, 2026 at 12:43am
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The geometric abstraction of a NASCAR race at the iconic Bullring short track captures the raw speed and competitive spirit of grassroots racing in Las Vegas.Loomis TodayThe Bullring at Las Vegas Motor Speedway is hosting the NASCAR Spring Rumble on April 11, featuring the Star Nursery Late Models in twin 40-lap features, plus races for Street & Factory Stocks, Mini Stocks, INEX Terrible's Legends, and INEX Terrible's Bandoleros. The event includes a free autograph session, opening ceremonies, and main event racing under the lights.
Why it matters
The Bullring at Las Vegas Motor Speedway is a historic short track that has hosted grassroots NASCAR racing for decades. The Spring Rumble event kicks off the 2026 season and showcases the local racing talent and passionate fan base in the Las Vegas area.
The details
The Star Nursery Late Models will compete in twin 40-lap features, with a $500 bounty placed on Jeffrey Peterson, who has won all six Late Model races so far this season. Other top drivers expected to challenge Peterson include 2025 Bullring champion Cody Brown and 2025 All American Speedway champion Kenna Mitchell. The event also features races for Street & Factory Stocks, Mini Stocks, INEX Terrible's Legends, and INEX Terrible's Bandoleros.
- The Bullring at Las Vegas Motor Speedway will host the NASCAR Spring Rumble on April 11, 2026.
- Grandstand gates open at 5pm, with a free autograph session at 6pm and opening ceremonies at 7pm.
- The main event racing is scheduled to begin following the opening ceremonies.
The players
Jeffrey Peterson
A driver from Grand Terrace, California who has won all six Late Model races during the Local Racing Series presented by Star Nursery so far this season.
Cody Brown
The 2025 Bullring champion, who has been one of Jeffrey Peterson's closest rivals at the start of the 2026 season.
Kenna Mitchell
The 2025 All American Speedway champion from Loomis, California, who has also been challenging Jeffrey Peterson for Late Model wins at the Bullring.
Kyle Jacks
The current points leader in the Street Stock division, leading Don Geary by 8 points.
Dallas Simonette
The current points leader in the Factory Stocks division.
What’s next
The Bullring at Las Vegas Motor Speedway will host several more NASCAR events in 2026, including the NASCAR Nevada Racing Heroes Night on May 2, NASCAR Military and First Responders Night on June 6, and the NASCAR Night of Fire Championship Finale with Fireworks Show on June 20.
The takeaway
The NASCAR Spring Rumble at the Bullring in Las Vegas showcases the continued popularity of grassroots short track racing in the region, with local drivers and passionate fans coming together for an exciting night of competition and community.