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Are you awesome? In preparation for the 2nd half of the racing season we will be adding a few more awesome crew members to our team. All positions require: Saturday availability, positive attitude, customer service orientated, detail orientated, and must be drama free while at work. Where: APPLY IN PERSON; 4-17 Southern Speedway - 8655 Piper Rd, Punta Gorda (no online apps, and no phone calls) When: Saturday August 10, 2019 9am - 12pm in main office Positions Available: Racing...more

This weekend June 22nd; Don't miss out on the last race before summer break. Don't miss out on the hottest show in town! We will be hosting the Street Stocks, V8 Bombers, Mini Stocks, Dwarfs, Legends, & TQ Midgets. Ticket prices the week of June 22nd; Pits; $35/pp, Grandstands; $15 adult, $13 seniors, military, 1st responder (all w/ valid ID), $8 students 6-17 (w/valid ID), children 5 & under are free. Pit gates open 12pm, Grandstand gates open 4pm. Qualifying at 5:30 and features begin...more

After an unsuccessful evening of racing on June 15th due to rain, the schedule for June 22nd has been revamped. The Super Late Models #3/6 series originally scheduled for 6/22/19 has been moved to August 31, 2019 ~ more classes will be added to that line up. If you know a Super Late Model driver ~ please pass this information along to them so they do not needlessly prepare for this weekend. The new line up (in no particular order) for June 22, 2019 is as follows: Street Stocks V8...more

We are currently on a rain delay. We will make every effort possible to dry the track and continue the show once the rain subsides. We will be re-evaluating the weather in approximately 30 mins. The races have NOT been "called" (cancelled) as of 7:33pm. Further updates will be posted as we progress.

Looking for something to do with Dad this weekend? You won't want to miss this Saturday June 15th at 4-17 Southern Speedway. Father's Day Features: Only 2 more races left in the 1st half of the season... All father's in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a special gift. Son's bring your Dad, Dad's bring your Son, if you don't have a Son - borrow a friend's - but don't miss this action. Antique race cars, adrenaline pumping open wheels, and down and dirty street stocks and mini...more

With the 1st half of the 2019 racing season drawing near, drivers are chasing those points and fans are chasing the adrenaline, heart pounding roar of the engines. This Saturday- June 8th: You will not want to miss the Pro Truck Series, Sportsman Wheelman Series, Outlaw Modifieds and A-Modifieds. Whether you bring your own chair for "The Hill" seating, or pick your spot in the bleachers....it is sure to be a great show. Ticket prices June 8th: Pit entrance- $35/pp, Grandstand entrance- $15...more

This Saturday May 25th- May Madness is coming to an end. Celebrate Memorial Day weekend with the fastest cars- at the fastest short track in the South. We will be hosting the Super Late Model Series challenge, V8 Bomber Series challenge, TQ Midgets, Legends, & Dwarfs. Ticket prices the weekend of May 25th; Pit entrance $35/pp; Grandstand entrance: $20 adult, $18 senior (65+), military, 1st responders (All w/ valid ID only), $13 students 6-17 (with valid ID only), and children 5 and under are...more

March 30, 2019 the racing world unexpectedly lost a staple of the racing community. Richie Anderson had a smile for every person he met. He made an unforgettable impact on all of his fellow racers in SW Florida. Join us this Saturday, April 27th as we honor the late, great Richie Anderson with the Super Late Model 100 series challenge, Prestige V8 Bomber series, Legends, Dwarfs, & TQ Midgets. Richie Anderson's car will be driven this weekend by Billy Bigley, Jr as a farewell to an amazing...more

Saturday, March 23, 2019 - warning - contents of this video can be disturbing and may not be suited for younger viewers. Dwarf car driver Taylyr Hamernyk straps into his Dwarf car for the 25 lap feature. Minutes after starting the feature, Hamernyk looses control of his vehicle coming out of turn 2 at 4-17 Southern Speedway, and his car burst into flames as it flipped numerous times. This is the live video clip from the Dwarf car crash of Taylyr Hamernyk, from his go pro that was strapped in...more

Join us April 14, 2019 for the 1st annual "What a pain in the neck" Car, Truck, Jeep, and Bike show & swap meet. Entrance is just $15 at the gate - free parking 10:00 am - 2:30pm Enjoy a vast array of all types of vehicles from different eras, food, drinks, beer, and find that special something you have been searching for at the swap meet (no outside food or beverage's will be permitted inside the gates) Vendors needed This event is to heighten Thyroid Cancer awareness and will benefit Lacey...more