Now that IHRA has announced the purchase of several iconic racetracks, they have announced their 2025 IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series as well and it is certainly going to deliver. With 8 car fields in Top Fuel and Funny Car, and $50,000 going to the winner at each event, this is some big money drag racing. Pro Mod will also race for $50,000 per event, but with a 32 car field which should make it pretty exciting and fun to watch. There are tons of other classes, including Pro Stock and Mountain Motor Pro Stock, as well as Nitrous and more. Check them all out below and be prepared for some serious and fun racing action.
Here’s all the info from IHRA.
FAIRFIELD, Ohio – The wait is over. The IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series is back, and it’s bringing thunder with it.
After years of anticipation, fans will finally experience the explosive return of one of drag racing’s most electrifying series. It all begins July 9–12 at National Trail Raceway in Hebron, Ohio, where Nitro flames, roaring horsepower, and side-by-side battles will light up the track.
The tour continues with Milan Dragway in Michigan hosting round two July 23–26 before the series returns to National Trail Raceway September 3-6.
It is followed by the adrenaline-pumping action at Dragway 42 in West Salem, Ohio, September 24–27 before closing out the season at the legendary GALOT Motorsports Park in Dunn, North Carolina, November 5–8.
On Friday and Saturday, the 2025 IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series will feature a powerhouse lineup including Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock, Mountain Motor Pro Stock, Pro Mod, Pro Nitrous, Outlaw Snowmobiles, and a full slate of sportsman classes—all backed by competitive purses (see purse sheet below).
IHRA Pro-Am events will take place on Wednesday and Thursday, featuring Top Dragster, Top Sportsman, Stock, Super Stock, Quick Rod, Super Rod, and Hot Rod. These classes will compete in both the Pro-Am and throughout the Outlaw Nitro Series weekend, showcasing some of the best sportsman racing in the country.
More information about upcoming events will be released in the coming weeks.
