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The Thompson 12

Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park Thompson, NT Aug 22, 2026

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36Cars entered
1.700 mi (2.736 km)Circuit length
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Day 1

Friday Event Schedule

7:00 AM
Next Gates Open
11:00 AM
Tech & Registration Open
12:00 PMto 5:00 PM
Thompson Hosted HPDE
5:15 PM
New to ChampCar Meeting
6:00 PM
Tech & Registration Close
Day 2

Saturday Event Schedule- 12 Hour Enduro

6:00 AM
Registration Opens
7:00 AM
Driver & Crew Meeting
7:35 AM
Cars To Grid
8:00 AM
Start Endurance Race
8:00 PM
Checkered Flag
8:05 PM
Post Race Impound
8:40 PM
Awards Ceremony
10:00 PM
Everyone must be over the bridge outside of the first entry gate
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Event Notices

ESN 1

Testing, tuning, brake bedding, high speed accelerations or braking will be limited to the track, and not allowed in the paddock or surround public roadways. Doing so could result in event expulsion with no fees returned.

ESN 2

Clothing / Shorts: Shorts are not permitted on pit lane (in hot pits) during racing events. Open toed shoes are not allowed on pit lane while the track is hot.

ESN 3

Quiet Time- 10:00pm to 6:00am

ESN 4

Max sound of 96dbA at 50-feet will be enforced per the BCCR by the facility. Mufflers are required at Thompson Speedway.

ESN 5

Garages, and Test Day Garages $60 per day, Test Day $250 Signup Link https://thompsonspeedway.checkfront.com/reserve/

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Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park

Directions
Track Address205 East Thompson Road Thompson, Connecticut
Circuit Length1.700 mi (2.736 km)
Turns11
Fuel On-SiteYes, Credit Card Pumps
Restrooms / ShowersYes / No
ConcessionsYes
Garage RentalsYes - Contact Track
Track Map 1Track Map Facility Map 1Facility Map
Track Access
7am the front gates will open. Sign the track waivers at the front gate.
Load-In Instructions
Late Thursday night arrivals can park to the left of the driveway at the front gate.
Paddock
The traffic flow in the paddock is counter clockwise. In other words, when traveling in the garage area the building should stay to the driver's left. In addition, cords may not run across the travel lane during on track activity. Cords being run while the track is cold must be covered by a yellow jacket cable protector.

The lights on either side of the bridge allowing ingress and egress to the paddock are on a timer. The lights will change approximately every 90 seconds, and must by obeyed.
Guest and Pit Passes
All guests over the bridge must be ChampCar Weekend Members - $20
Camping / RV Hookups
There is no cost for camping at the event; they do not have any hookups and do not have a dumping station. (There is a campground close by that does)
Fuel Information
Credit card pumps. Sunoco Racing Fuels.
110 Standard (Leaded), 112 Supreme (Leaded), 260GTX (98 Unleaded) , 93 Unleaded pump gas
Pets
TSMP allows pets at its events; however all pets must be leashed and cleaned up after.
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Around Town

Around Town - Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park / Thompson, Connecticut

Welcome to Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park, one of the oldest continuously operating race facilities in the United States. Located in northeastern Connecticut near the Massachusetts and Rhode Island borders, Thompson offers a classic New England race weekend with easy access to hotels, restaurants, fuel, and supplies.

  • Track Address: 205 E Thompson Road, Thompson, CT 06277
  • Closest Towns: Thompson, Putnam, and Webster, Massachusetts
  • Fuel & Supplies: Gas stations, grocery stores, pharmacies, and general shopping are available within 10–20 minutes of the track.
  • Auto Parts: AutoZone, NAPA, O’Reilly, and Advance Auto Parts locations can be found in nearby Putnam, Webster, and surrounding communities.
  • Food: Plenty of quick food options, pizza, diners, coffee shops, and local New England favorites are close by. Putnam has several solid local restaurant choices for teams looking to escape paddock food for a night.
  • Hotels: Teams typically stay in Putnam, Webster, Auburn, or Worcester depending on budget and how far they want to drive.
  • Airport Access: Providence (PVD), Hartford (BDL), and Boston Logan (BOS) are all viable airport options depending on travel plans.
  • Entertainment: Historic Putnam has a walkable downtown with restaurants, pubs, and coffee shops if your crew wants a break from race prep.
  • Weather Tip: New England weather can change quickly. Cool mornings, warm afternoons, and surprise rain are all part of the experience, so pack accordingly.

Local Note: Thompson has that old-school grassroots racing feel that fits ChampCar perfectly. Stock up before arriving, keep an eye on the weather, and enjoy one of the most unique stops on the schedule.

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