What’s New for Midnight Madness in 2026
MADISON, Ill. (March 12, 2025) – The 2026 Ranken Technical College presents Midnight Madness fueled by NOS Energy Drink season at World Wide Technology Raceway kicks off on March 20 with new themes, partners and concession items designed to elevate the fan experience.
While the 2026 season features a variety of new items and activities, a few traditions remain in place. Partnerships with Ranken Technical College and NOS Energy Drink continue to fuel the popular event, bringing high-energy entertainment year after year.
Spectators who bring an unopened NOS Energy Drink can to the designated bins at the gate will receive $5 off their ticket. The NOS Energy Drinks will donated to Scott Air Force Base for the 50 for our Fighters initiative.
Also returning this year, the fan-favorite, event-exclusive stickers will be handed out at each event to the first 500 attendees. These collectible items, unique to each theme night, are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Fans who collect all nine Midnight Madness stickers by the end of the 2026 season will win a reward (rewards limited). Rewards can be redeemed at the last Midnight Madness with validation at the WWT Raceway dragstrip midway.
The WWT Raceway dragstrip midway will once again feature promotional giveaways, enter-to-win ticket opportunities and theme-night goodies. Fans can expect plenty of midway fun with cornhole and rotating decorations, vendors and activities based on the night’s theme.
This season continues to amplify fan engagement with new surprises at every Midnight Madness event. Additionally, racers and spectators are encouraged to dress up according to the night’s theme. Decorated cars are also encouraged.
New this year to the midway, Chick-fil-A has joined as a partner, and the popular restaurant will be on-site during Midnight Madness events, where fans can purchase their favorites from their mobile restaurant.
Top Speed Concessions continues to raise the bar with an expanded menu and rotating nightly specials throughout the season.
This seasons NEW concessions offerings:
- Chicken wings and fry basket
- Brisket sandwiches
- Pulled pork and pulled chicken sandwiches
- Single and double smashed burgers
- Cold brew coffee
- Dirty sodas
The 2026 Midnight Madness themes and dates:
- March 20: Opening Night – Glow
- April 17: Rock ‘n’ Roll
- May 15: Safari
- June 19: Sports
- July 17: Christmas in July
- Aug. 21: Summer BBQ
- Sept. 18: Blast to the Past (Decades)
- Oct. 16: County Fair (Rodeo)
- Oct. 30: Halloween Season Finale
Tickets can be purchased online at tixr.com/groups/wwtraceway or at the gate. Gates open at 6 p.m. For more information, visit wwtraceway.com/midnight-madness or call the ticket office at (618) 215-8888 ext. 1.
MEDIA CONTACT: Payton Buschhorn | WWTR Public Relations & Media Manager | 314.517.5125 | pbuschhorn@wwtraceway.com
