
What do you get when you combine a world-class drag strip with the atmosphere of a theme park? The answer is Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio. Add the stars of the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series to the mix, and you have one of the premier events on the schedule, the 2026 Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals.
Any time the Bader family opens the gates at Summit Motorsports Park, fans know they’re in for a first-class experience. The facility is spotless, the staff treats every guest like their favorite cousin, and the racers are welcomed like honored visitors. From the fan experience to the racing surface itself, Summit Motorsports Park has earned its reputation as one of the finest drag racing facilities in the country.
The excitement reaches another level when the NHRA rolls into town for the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals. The sport’s biggest names battle it out round after round, all chasing one of drag racing’s most recognizable prizes, the iconic ice cream scoop trophy awarded to the winners at Norwalk.

We’ve already brought you our complete event recap, and now it’s time to experience the weekend through the lens of our photographers.
Enjoy our 2026 Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals photo gallery, featuring the action, atmosphere, and unforgettable moments from one of the biggest stops on the NHRA schedule.
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