Events
iRacing Special Events 2026 Calendar
Short version. Ten iRacing special events remain in 2026. Next up are the Bathurst 1000 (2 to 4 October) and the 8 Hours of Indianapolis (16 to 18 October). The season closes with THE Production Car Challenge at VIR on 18 to 19 December.
Upcoming Events
| Dates | Event | Track | Cars | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 25 to 27 | Petit Le Mans | Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta | GTP, LMP2, GT3 | Team, 10 hours |
| Oct 2 to 4 | Bathurst 1000 | Mount Panorama | Supercars | Team |
| Oct 16 to 18 | 8 Hours of Indianapolis | Indianapolis Motor Speedway | GT3 | Team, 8 hours |
| Oct 30 to 31 | FF1600 Festival | Brands Hatch Indy | Ray FF1600 | Heat races |
| Nov 4 to 9 | Homestead Championship | Homestead-Miami | NASCAR Cup Series | NASCAR iRacing Series finale |
| Nov 13 to 15 | SFL Mountain Showdown | Mount Panorama | Super Formula Lights | First visit to Bathurst |
| Nov 17 to 21 | SCCA Runoffs | Not listed yet | 6 classes | Week-long qualifying, super session |
| Nov 27 to 29 | 992 Endurance Cup | Not listed yet | Porsche 911 Cup (992.2) | Team, 12 hours |
| Dec 2 to 7 | Winter Derby | Five Flags Speedway | Super Late Model | 300 laps |
| Dec 15 to 20 | Chili Bowl | Tulsa Expo Center | Dirt Midget | Super session |
| Dec 18 to 19 | THE Production Car Challenge | VIR Grand Course | Production Car Challenge cars | Solo or team, 4 hours |
Already Run in 2026
| Dates | Event | Track |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 9 to 10 | iRacing ROAR | Daytona |
| Jan 16 to 18 | Daytona 24 | Daytona |
| Feb 20 to 22 | Bathurst 12 Hour | Mount Panorama |
| Mar 27 to 29 | Sebring 12 Hour | Sebring |
| Apr 10 to 11 | IMSA Classic 500 | Laguna Seca |
| May 1 to 3 | Nürburgring 24h | Nürburgring Combined |
| May 5 to 18 | Indy 500 | Indianapolis |
| May 29 to 31 | 4 Hours at Thruxton | Thruxton |
| Jun 19 to 21 | Watkins Glen 6 Hour | Watkins Glen |
| Jun 30 to Jul 6 | Firecracker 400 | Daytona |
| Jul 10 to 12 | Spa 24 Hours | Spa-Francorchamps |
| Jul 24 to 26 | 6 Hours of Road America | Road America |
| Aug 4 to 9 | Knoxville Nationals | Knoxville |
| Aug 14 to 15 | Portimão 1000 | Algarve |
| Aug 25 to 30 | Crandon Championship | Crandon |
| Sep 11 to 13 | Suzuka 1000km | Suzuka |
| Sep 18 to 20 | Britcar 24 | Silverstone |
How to Enter an iRacing Special Event
- An active subscription. iRacing raised prices on 18 August 2026 to $14.75 a month, $37.50 for three months, $124.50 a year and $222.50 for two years. New member promotions may lower the first payment
- Own the car and track. Special events use paid content unless it is part of the free base package
- Meet the license minimum. Each event's forum thread, linked as More Info on the calendar, lists the license and safety rating it requires
- Register in the Official tab once the time slots open. For team events, set up a team first and register it for a slot
Want to Race It Yourself?
iRacing runs on PC only, and every special event is long. A wheel you trust matters more than peak torque. See the best direct drive bases under $1,000 or, if you are starting out, the best beginner wheels.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the next iRacing special event?
The Bathurst 1000 on 2 to 4 October 2026, if you count from 28 September.
Can a rookie enter special events?
Some yes, some no. Each event lists its own license minimum in its official forum thread.
Are iRacing special events free?
Entry is included with a subscription, but you need to own the car and track used.
Sources
Checked on 27 September 2026. Dates can move, so confirm on the organiser's page before you plan around them.