Duluth, MN – Gondik Law Speedway is proud to host one of the region’s most prestigious racing traditions, the 37th Annual Northern Nationals presented by Bay Lock & Security, powered by XR Events. This four-day racing spectacle promises high-octane action, huge payouts, and unforgettable entertainment for fans and drivers alike.
Driver Perks This Year
Wednesday, September 4 – Practice Night
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Drivers will get valuable track time with open Practice Sessions, setting the stage for the weekend.
The evening wraps up with the XR Showdown in Souptown, featuring Midwest Modifieds & Super Stocks in special preliminary action where eight WISSOTA Super Stocks and eight WISSOTA Midwest Modifieds time trial and then race a 20 lap feature all together.
Thursday, September 5 – Opening Night Racing & Music
Gates Open: 5:00 PM | Pits Open: 4:00 PM
Hot Laps: 6:30 PM | Racing: 7:00 PM
Classes & Payouts:
UMSS Sprints – $500 to Win
Midwest Modifieds – $400 to Win
Street Stocks – $600 to Win
Pure Stocks – $400 to Win
Hornets – $200 to Win
When the checkered flag falls, the party continues with DJ Music following the races.
Friday, September 6 – National Series Night
Gates Open: 3:00 PM | Pits Open: 2:00 PM
Hot Laps: 5:30 PM | Racing: 6:00 PM
Full shows in all four premier WISSOTA divisions:
WISSOTA Midwest Modifieds
WISSOTA Super Stocks
WISSOTA Modifieds
WISSOTA Late Models
Every race counts as drivers battle for national points and Northern Nationals glory.
Saturday, September 7 – Championship Night & Canadian Challenge
Gates Open: 3:00 PM | Pits Open: 2:00 PM
Hot Laps: 5:30 PM | Racing: 6:00 PM
Championship trophies and bragging rights are on the line in a full program featuring:
WISSOTA Midwest Modifieds
WISSOTA Super Stocks
WISSOTA Modifieds
WISSOTA Late Models
Special Feature: Canadian Challenge
Don’t Miss It!
With three full nights of racing, over a dozen divisions competing, and added entertainment throughout the week, the Northern Nationals continues to be one of the can’t-miss events in Midwest dirt track racing.
- Joe Stariha on Aug 18, 2025
- Article Date: 8/18/2025