Newport Speedway to Host 12 Drift Events in 2026

The local racetrack will feature a full calendar of East10Drift competitions next year.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

Newport Speedway in Rhode Island has announced it will host 12 drifting events as part of the East10Drift touring series in 2026, providing local motorsports fans with a variety of racing action throughout the year.

Why it matters

Drifting has grown in popularity in recent years, attracting a dedicated fanbase that enjoys the high-speed, high-skill driving style. Hosting a full slate of East10Drift events at Newport Speedway will help cement the venue's reputation as a premier motorsports destination in the region.

The details

The 12 East10Drift events will take place at Newport Speedway throughout the 2026 calendar year, offering local race fans multiple opportunities to see professional drifting competitions at the local track.

  • The 12 East10Drift events will be held at Newport Speedway in 2026.

The players

Newport Speedway

A motorsports venue located in Newport, Rhode Island that hosts a variety of racing events.

East10Drift

A professional drifting series that will be holding 12 events at Newport Speedway in 2026.

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What’s next

Race fans can look forward to the full schedule of East10Drift events at Newport Speedway being announced in the coming months.

The takeaway

The addition of a full slate of drifting events at Newport Speedway demonstrates the venue's commitment to providing a diverse array of motorsports entertainment for local fans.