April 3, 2026

Davenport Speedway Continues Quad Cities Racing Tradition

Hobby Stock, Modified, News, Northern SportMod, Weekly

By Mike McGuire

DAVENPORT, Iowa (Apr. 3, 2026) — When the green flag flies this month at Davenport Speedway, it will add another chapter to a tradition that began more than 100 years ago.

The first official automobile race in Davenport was held July 12, 1901, at a one-mile horse track located on the present-day Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds.

The current fairgrounds track dates back to 1920, making it one of the oldest active sports facilities in the Quad Cities.

Racing has been a constant in Davenport, with only two interruptions coming in 1943 and 1944, when the Department of Defense banned motorsports during World War II.

While the facility has a rich history, it has also seen significant upgrades in recent years, including MUSCO lighting, updated fencing, a new concession building with suites, and a new scoreboard featuring a large video screen.

The 2026 season marks the third year for promoter Jeff Struck and SR Promotions at the helm, with a schedule that spans a wide range of dirt track competition.

The first green flag of the season is set for Friday, April 10, featuring Karl Kustoms IMCA Modifieds, Karl Kustoms IMCA Northern SportMods, and Sunoco IMCA Hobby Stocks.

Weekly points racing begins Friday, April 17, with the Koehler Electric Season Opener.

For more information, follow Davenport Speedway – SR Promotions on Facebook.

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