NHRA - National Hot Rod Association

Jul 21 - 23
2017

Mopar Mile-High NHRA Nationals

ELEVATION
5,869 feet

Event Info

The Mello Yello teams travel high and deep into the Rocky Mountains to more than 5,800 feet, where the altitude affects everything from engine tune-ups to aerodynamics, to kick off the traditional three-week Western Swing. Crews must make changes to established power-making combinations and battle lack of downforce to tackle the environs. The event is a testament to the skill and adaptability of the racers.

As always, fans will have the opportunity to interact with their favorite drivers, as Every Ticket's a Pit Pass® at the most powerful and sensory-filled motorsports attraction on the planet! Get direct access to the teams, see firsthand as the highly-skilled mechanics service their hot rods between rounds, and get autographs from your favorite NHRA drivers.

Tickets can be purchased online by clicking the TICKETS button above or by calling 800-664-UWIN (8946). Purchase early and save!


How to Get There: The track is 10 miles west of Denver just north of the ­historic town of Morrison. From Denver, take Interstate 70 west to C-470 and travel south to either the Alameda exit west to Rooney Road and go south to the track or take the Morrison Road exit west to Rooney Road and go north to the track.

Visitor Information: Denver Metro Convention and Visitors Bureau, 303-892-1112; West Chamber Serving Jefferson County, 303-233-5555; Greater Golden Chamber of Commerce, 303-279-3113; Rooney Valley Association, 303-233-5555, www.rooneyvalleycolorado.org

Schedule
 

Full Racing Schedule

FRIDAY - July 21, 2017

Mountain Time

Midway Opens

1:00 PM

Pro Stock Qualifying Session (PSM-PSC)

5:00 PM

Nitro Qualifying Session (FC-TF)

5:30 PM

Pro Stock Qualifying Session (PSM-PSC)

7:30 PM

Nitro Qualifying Session (FC-TF)

8:00 PM

Jet Dragsters

9:15 PM

Secure Track

9:30 PM

 

 

SATURDAY - July 22, 2017

Midway Opens

12:00 PM

Pro Stock Qualifying Session (PSM-PSC)

4:00 PM

Nitro Qualifying Session (TF-FC)

4:30 PM

Pro Stock Qualifying Session (PSM-PSC)

6:30 PM

Nitro Qualifying Session (TF-FC)

7:00 PM

Jet Dragsters

8:15 PM

Secure Track

8:30 PM

 

 

SUNDAY - July 23, 2017

Midway Opens

9:00 AM

Pre-Race Ceremonies

10:00 AM

Nitro Eliminations - Round 1

11:00 AM

Pro Stock Eliminations - Round 1

12:00 PM

Nitro Eliminations - Round 2

12:45 PM

Pro Stock Eliminations - Round 2

1:15 PM

Nitro Eliminations - Semi-Finals

2:15 PM

Pro Stock Eliminations - Semi-Finals

2:33 PM

Pro Stock Eliminations - Finals

3:30 PM

Nitro Eliminations - Finals

3:37 PM

Secure Event

3:45 PM

FAN EVENTS

Thursday, July 20th:
MOPAR Block Party - Join us in Downtown Golden for the MOPAR Block Party from 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM. Autograph Session will be from 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM with all the MOPAR Drivers.

Friday, July 21st:
Manufacturers Midway - Come check out your favorite displays in Nitro Alley from 1:00 P.M. until the beginning of the second Nitro qualifying session - 5:30 P.M. & 8:00 P.M.
Nitro Qualifying - Catch the action of two sessions of 300 MPH Nitro qualifying.
First Round Follow Up – Meet announcer Brian Lohnes in the Pits after first round to get the scoop on the hottest story from Round 1.
Jet Cars - After Nitro qualifying, stick around to see the spectacular Muy Caliente Racing jet dragsters sponsored by Lucas Oil. Driven by the General Manager of Bandimere Speedway, "Sporty" Bandimere! Known for their exciting pre-run flame shows and after burner pops, jet cars are thrust driven vehicles propelled by jet engines.
Fireworks - Stick around after the last round of qualifying and the Jet Cars for Bandimere Speedway's Firework Show!

Saturday, July 22nd:
Manufacturers Midway - Come check out your favorite displays in Nitro Alley from 12:00 P.M. until the beginning of the fourth Nitro qualifying session.
Nitro School – Come join Alan Reinhart and Jack Beckman at the NHRA Midway Display and get schooled on all your Nitro knowledge - 2:00 P.M.
MOPAR Autograph Session -
At the MOPAR Display in the Midway with all the NHRA MOPAR Drivers - 2:00 P.M.
Mello Yello Autograph Session -  At the Mello Yello display featuring Steve Torrence, JR Todd, Bo Butner and Cory Reed - 2:30 P.M.
Nitro Qualifying - Catch the action of two sessions of 10,000 horsepower Nitro Qualifying, the pro drivers last chance to make it into the top 16 for Race Day - 4:30 P.M. & 7:00 P.M.
Jet Cars - After Nitro qualifying, stick around to see the spectacular Muy Caliente Racing jet dragsters sponsored by Lucas Oil. Driven by the General Manager of Bandimere Speedway, "Sporty" Bandimere! Known for their exciting pre-run flame shows and after burner pops, jet cars are thrust driven vehicles propelled by jet engines.
Fireworks - Stick around after the last round of qualifying and the Jet Cars for Bandimere Speedway's Firework Show!
Celebrating First Responders Street Party - In the Staging Lanes following the last Pro Qualifying runs. There will be a Live Band, NHRA Pro Driver Autograph Session and the NITRO Knockouts Car Show!

Sunday, July 23rd:
Manufacturers Midway - Come check out your favorite displays in Nitro Alley from 9:00 A.M. until the beginning of the third round of Nitro eliminations.
Sealmaster Trackwalk - Join us in walking the track at Bandimere Speedway with a few of our special guests.
Race Day Review -  Get the inside scoop with Alan Reinhart as he runs down the top stories of the weekend before Pre-Race Ceremonies - 10:00 A.M.
Pre-Race Ceremonies - Make sure you stick around the Mello Yello FanZone after the trackwalk for our driver introductions.
Race Day - The top 16 qualifiers in each class battle it out head to head for the Wally.
Winners Circle - Stick around after racing is completed as we crown our Mello Yello event champions. Winners Circle will be held at the starting line or in the staging lanes.

ALL WEEKEND - Come by our NEW NHRA Midway Display for your chance to win prizes, receive event information and renew your NHRA Membership. If you are already an NHRA Member come hang out in our NEW NHRA Member Hospitality Area.

TV Schedule
DateRoundTimeChannelAiring
Friday, July 21, 2017NHRA QUALIFYING8:00 - 9:00 PM ETFS1LIVE
Sunday, July 23, 2017NHRA QUALIFYING12:30 - 1:30 AM ETFS1ORIGINAL
Sunday, July 23, 2017NHRA QUALIFYING9:00 - 10:00 AM ETFS2RE-AIR
Sunday, July 23, 2017NHRA QUALIFYING10:00 - 11:00 AM ETFS2RE-AIR
Sunday, July 23, 2017NHRA FINALS3:00 - 6:00 PM ETFOX NETWORKLIVE
Sunday, July 23, 2017NHRA FINALS11:30 PM - 2:30 AM ETFS1RE-AIR
Monday, July 24, 2017NHRA FINALS6:30 - 9:30 AM ETFS1RE-AIR
Monday, July 24, 2017NHRA FINALS8:00 - 11:00 PM ETFS2RE-AIR
Thursday, July 27, 2017NHRA FINALS11:00 PM - 2:00 AM ETFS2RE-AIR
Saturday, July 29, 2017NHRA IN 306:30 - 7:00 PM ETFS2ORIGINAL
Sunday, July 30, 2017NHRA IN 306:00 - 6:30 AM ETFS2RE-AIR
Sunday, July 30, 2017NHRA IN 302:30 - 3:00 PM ETFS1RE-AIR
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