2025 Slideways Showdown Drift Event Schedule
2025 Slideways Showdown Event Dates
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April 26-27, 2025 – Slideways Showdown at Painesville Speedway
Spring Roll was AWESOME. Thank you to everyone who attended. -
June 21-22, 2025 – Slideways Showdown Round 2 at Painesville Speedway
Get ready to drift into summer vibes at Slideways Showdown’s “Sweet Summer Breeze”! Embrace the island spirit with a Hawaiian Luau-themed weekend filled with exhilarating drift action, vibrant decorations, and tropical festivities.
🌴 Event Highlights:
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Luau-Themed Attire: Drivers and teams are encouraged to dress in their best Hawaiian shirts, grass skirts, and leis.
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Decorated Pits & Cars Contest: Show off your creativity! Prizes will be awarded to the best-decorated pits and cars that capture the summer spirit.
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Exclusive Merchandise: Limited-edition event merchandise, including themed shirts and accessories, will be available for purchase.
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Drift Activities: Experience solo practice sessions, tandem battles, and open drift sessions suitable for all skill levels
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August 2-3, 2025 – Slideways Showdown Round 3 at Painesville Speedway
Heat up the track in August with non-stop action, drift clinics, and fan-favorite tandem battles. -
October 25-26, 2025 – Slideways Showdown Season Finale at Painesville Speedway
Close out the 2025 season with our Halloween-themed drift bash. Dress up your car and yourself for some sideways fun and fierce competition.
Drift Clinics at Lorain Raceway Park
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May 4, 2025 – Spring Drift Clinic at Lorain Raceway Park
New to drifting or want to fine-tune your skills? Join our drift instructors for hands-on guidance, car setup tips, and controlled practice sessions at Lorain Raceway Park. -
July 13, 2025 – Summer Drift Clinic at Lorain Raceway Park
Mid-season clinic designed to help beginners gain confidence and advanced drivers refine their tandem techniques.
What to Expect at Slideways Showdown Events
At Slideways Showdown, every event is packed with excitement for both drivers and fans. Each round offers:
- Driver Tech Inspection to ensure cars meet safety requirements.
- Solo Practice Sessions for dialing in your car.
- Tandem Drift Battles for competitive drivers.
- Spectator Activities, including car shows, giveaways, and more.
Whether you’re driving or spectating, Slideways Showdown brings the best grassroots drifting action in Ohio to Painesville Speedway and Lorain Raceway Park.
Stay Updated on Slideways Showdown Events
Want to stay in the loop for event announcements, rule changes, and exclusive content? Join our NE Ohio Drifting Facebook Group or follow Slideways Showdown on Instagram for the latest updates.
Want to get involved? We are looking for event sponsors, vendors and partners for the season. Click HERE to learn more.