Afternoon at Maple Grove Raceway
May 10, 2019
Are you into car racing? If so, you’ll be delighted to learn that we have a great raceway near Ephrata, PA! On top of learning about Pennsylvania’s history, discovering Amish Country, and enjoying a relaxing vacation at our B&B, you can attend thrilling car events at the Maple Grove Raceway. It’s the perfect activity for adrenaline junkies and car lovers! Read on to find out more about this attraction and start planning your visit to the Historic Smithton Inn today! Don’t forget to check out our list of Things to do in Lancaster PA for even more local recommendations.
Plan Your Trip to the Maple Grove Raceway
What Is the Maple Grove Raceway?
The Maple Grove Raceway is a unique, family-owned race track near the town of Mohnton, PA, only a short drive from Ephrata. It opened in 1962 as a dragstrip and later developed into a quarter-mile track. Today, the track welcomes many NHRA drag races and specialized, automotive-oriented events.
Race and Events Schedule
Although the raceway is only open on weekends from April to November, you can attend a wide variety of events during that time. Take a look below at what each month’s schedule looks like and plan your visit accordingly!
Note: remember to check the online schedule in case of changes.
April
- Spring Swap Meet
- Sunoco Race Fuels ET Series
- Auto Locator Friday Grudge Night
- Import and Domestic Nationals
May
- Auto Locator Friday Grudge Night
- Sunoco Race Fuels
- Battle of the Weekend Warriorz
- Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series
- Showdown at Sundown
June
- Race 4 The House Charity Event
- VW June Bug Classic XXXII & High School Challenge & JDLR Challenge
- Auto Locator Friday Grudge
- American Muscle Mustang Show
- Pure Speed Racing Experience
- Sunoco Race Fuels ET Series
- NMRA Ford Motorsports Nationals
July
- Auto Locator Friday Grudge Night
- Sunoco Race Fuels ET Series
- Menards Chevy Show
- Annual Keystone Truckin’ Nationals
August
- Rugged Maniac
- Auto Locator Friday Grudge Night
- Sunoco Race Fuels ET Series
- Frank Hawley Drag Racing School
- Glory Days
September
- Auto Locator Friday Night Grudge
- Sunoco Race Fuels ET Series
- Mopar Mega Block Party @ First Energy
- Annual MOPAR Expresslane NHRA Nationals
- Pure Speed Racing Experience
- Pennsylvania Dutch Classic by Penske Truck Leasing
October
- Door Wars: A Footbrake Experience
- Auto Locator Friday Grudge Night
- Mopar Madness
- Fall Swap Meet
Stay at the Best B&B Near Maple Grove Raceway
Take a look at our Sage Room. This is a beautiful room to share with your significant other! The room is decorated with antiques and handcrafted furniture. It even has a private bathroom with a rain shower and a sitting area with a working fireplace. You’ll wake up each morning feeling refreshed and will find a delicious, homemade breakfast waiting for you downstairs!