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4-17 Southern Speedway & Events has room for just a few more amazing team members. We currently have the best race team in all of the United States. Would you like to be a part of something "bigger"? We are currently hiring for Part Time positions. These positions are each Saturday of the month (2nd - 5th Saturdays only. 1st Saturday dedicated to go kart and lawn mower racing only). Positions currently available: Kitchen prep & cashier Pit ticket sales Driver registrations Bag...more

SPRING FLING INVERSION hits 4-17 Southern Speedway & Events Saturday March 18th with, Open Wheel Modified- twin 35's, Pro Late Model-50, Modified Mini- twin 25's, TQ Midget, & Scramblers. Up to 8 cars in each class will experience field inversion. SPRING FLING includes a little something extra for the fans AND the DRIVERS!! Open Wheel Modified, Modified Mini, & Pro Late Model - each class has the chance to win: FAST QUALIFIER: 5 gallons 101 or 110 fuel HARD CHARGER: 2 American Racer...more

Due to inclement weather last Saturday (4/22/17).... 4-17 Southern Speedway will be hosting a DOUBLE HEADER FEATURE line up! This is sure to be a crowd pleaser, featuring all scheduled classes from 4/22 AND 4/29/17 - all in one night. We will be starting one hour early this week to ensure all feature completion Heats & Qualifying will begin at 5pm, Features will being at 6pm. Line up includes: Jack Smith Memorial: SSCS Open Wheel-75, Street Stock- 50, Pro Truck- 50, & Sportsman- 50; non...more

The new class exclusive to 4-17 Southern Speedway - A Modified, rules are now available to view. The 1st race for A Modified's is Saturday, February 9, 2019.

This Saturday, March 16th: Join us for the Spring Switch. Open Wheel Modified twin 25, Street Stock, Mini Stocks, Thunder Trucks, and Fan Participation. Street Stock and Mini Stock drivers will be allowed to switch drivers 1/2 way through their feature with no place or lap penalty. Fan participation- 2 laps per segment- all participants must be pre-registered by 1;00pm in Saturday. All participants must have a valid driver license, helmet, proof of insurance, pit wrist band, and a signed...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

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

Saturday October 12th - 4-17 Southern Speedway is hosting the Sportsman series challenge, Pro Truck series challenge, V8 Bombers, Outlaw Modifieds, & A-Modifieds. Pricing: Pit gates: open 2 pm $35/pp. Grandstands open 5pm; $15 adult, $13 military - 1st responders - seniors all w/ valid ID, $8 students 6-17 w/ valid ID, & children 5 & under are free. 4-17 Southern Speedway is SW Florida's fastest short track. This is a family friendly event, located at 8655 Piper Rd, Punta Gorda, Fl - off...more

FINALLY!!! After much anticipation, numerous requests, and many tears - the 2020 racing season schedule is now available on the website. Additional details and events will be added in the coming days. The preliminary information is accurate - however, please check back often for any updates or additions. Thank you to all of the 4-17 SSE fans, drivers, crew members, and sponsors for an amazing 2019...let's make 2020 the best yet!! See you all in January

Racing Saturday Nights Under the Lights is back in full swing at 4-17 Southern Speedway!! The 2020 Season Opener on January 18th~ will kick off with the Southern Series Winged Sprint cars, Pro Trucks, Outlaw Modifieds, & V8 Bombers. Tickets for Jan 18th: Pits- $35/pp; Grandstands: Adults- $20, Seniors (65+), Military, 1st Responders (all w/ valid ID only)- $18, Students 6-17 (w/ valid ID)- $13, children 5 and under are free. Pit gates open 12pm, Grandstand gates open 4pm, Qualifying & heat...more