Mike Cooper leads during a Street Stock race at Carteret County Speedway. (Andy Marquis photo) SWANSBORO, NC — Carteret Speedway is set to host its second event of the 2026 season with  Jumpstart ’26  on Saturday, April 25 at 4:00 PM. Following a successful Opening Day, the speedway is preparing for another action-packed afternoon featuring multiple racing divisions, special driver incentives, and fan engagement promotions. The event will include racing from  Street Stock, Mi

Swansboro, NC  — Engines will roar and excitement will fill the air as  Carteret County Speedway  officially launches its highly anticipated 2026 racing season on  Saturday, April 11th  at the track located at  525 Whitehouse Fork Road . Opening Day promises a full-throttle experience for race fans of all ages, featuring high-speed action, family-friendly entertainment, and one of the most anticipated nights of the year at Eastern North Carolina’s premier racing destination.