Frequently Asked Questions
The Mopar Showdown 2025 is Saturday, September 27th through Sunday, September 28th. Participant Gates open at 8 a.m. CT on both days. Spectator Gates open at 9 a.m.
Saturday events include all-Mopar drag racing, car show (29 trophy classes), swap meet, car corral, vendor midway, family activities and more.
Sunday features a Q&A tech session with Steve Dulcich, car show, autocross, burnout contest, swap meet, car corral, family activities, an autograph/photo session with Steve Dulcich, and more. The event schedule is coming soon!
On Friday, September 26, 2025 there is an open test and tune starting at noon until 7 p.m. for all makes as well as the setup for the swap meet and vendors (starting at 8 a.m.
For more information or specific inquiries, please email us at info@moparshowdown.com. Join us to accelerate into the ultimate Mopar experience!
Cost for admission is $15.00 per person per day at the gate. You can purchase a 2 day weekend pass for a discounted price of $25.00.
If you pre-registered, your car show registration includes a weekend pass (2 days admission) for one person, and you'll receive your wristbands in your car show packet. You can pre-purchase additional weekend passes for passengers along with your car registration for $25 each. Please wear your wristbands at all times.
Kids 6 to 12 years old are $5.00. Children 5 years old and under are free.
Email us at info@moparshowdown.com
Interested in joining one of the most active Mopar clubs in the Midwest? Email membership@midwestmopars.com to get more info and join the club!
Code of Conduct
Rock Falls Raceway and The Mopar Showdown is fully committed to providing our car show and race fans affordable family entertainment in a safe, comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere.
Guests are required to take responsibility for their behavior in order to insure they are not interfering with the enjoyment of others. Guests are specifically required to refrain from the following:
Behavior that is unruly, disruptive or illegal in nature.
Foul or abusive language or obscene gestures.
Interference with the event.
Failure to follow instructions of stadium personnel or law enforcement.
Verbal or physical harassment of others including all fans, participants, officials and staff.
Theft or vandalism.
Engaging in any of the above code violations in any areas outside Rock Falls Raceway that are owned or operated by Rock Falls Raceway or its affiliates.
​ Campfires are allowed above ground in the pits. Firewood rules are the same as state laws: all wood must be from within 60 miles of Rock Falls Raceway. ​ Washrooms and showers are open all night on race weekends. ​If these rules are not followed, patrons may be asked to leave the property
Pets are not allowed except for service animals.
Concessions are provided by Rock Falls Raceway.
Also joining us at the Mopar Showdown are the following food vendors:
Dickies BBQ
Tono's Pizza
Lil Fox Wagon
Lucky 8's Grill
Grandstand seating is available to watch drag racing and other track events. But you will want to provide your own chairs for seating in the car show area.
Most of Rock Falls Raceway is on flat ground so mobility scooters should be able to move around fairly well on all the paved surfaces and flat grassy areas. There are no shuttle services available.
We have many 4 hour spots open from front gate registration, parking helper, to hospitality host. Fill out the volunteer form to learn more!
It can be very loud with drag cars going down the track on Saturday. Some people choose to bring earplugs.
Spectator entry is $15.00 per day for adults. Kids 6 to 12 years old are $5.00. Children 5 years old and under are free.
You can purchase a weekend pass for adults at a discounted price of $25.00 at Mopar Showdown Weekend Pass