About this event
HEDGE HOLLOW RACEWAY
HOOKED ON DRIVING - FALL CLASSIC
October 3, 2026
All Makes and Skill Levels Welcomed!
Event Track Configuration: Outer Layout
Length: 2.8mi Corners: 11
The leaves are turning, the air is crisp, and it’s time to finish the season the way it should be finished—flat-out and focused. Hooked on Driving Midwest’s Annual Fall Classic returns to Hedge Hollow Raceway on Saturday, October 3, 2026, featuring the high-speed Outer Layout for a full day of adrenaline, precision, and big-track energy.
If you love the feeling of a car really stretching its legs—longer straights, higher commitment corners, and that “one-more-lap” rhythm—this is the event you’ve been waiting for.
Why the Outer Layout?
The Outer Layout is Hedge Hollow turned up to 11:
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Higher average speeds and longer flow sections
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Fast transitions that reward smooth inputs and confidence
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A layout that feels built for momentum drivers and well-set-up track cars
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The perfect stage to close out your season with a personal best kind of day
The HOD-MW experience
Whether you’re newer to HPDE or you’ve been chasing lap time for years, our goal is the same: safe, structured fun with tons of quality track time. Expect a well-run event with a supportive vibe, clear passing rules, and coaches who want to help you level up.
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Run groups for multiple experience levels
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In-car coaching available (space permitting)
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Emphasis on safety, consistency, and driver development
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A community that’s collaborative—not competitive
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Catered lunch included for registered drivers (additional guest lunches available for advanced purchase)
Make it your season finale
This is the one you circle on the calendar. Bring the car you love, bring your friends, and come experience why Hedge Hollow’s Outer Layout is one of the most exciting ways to end the year.
Spots will go quickly—register now and lock in your place on track for the 2026 Fall Classic.
Pricing:
Novice - Expert $ 350
Event requirements
Getting on track:
SA2015 or SA2020 helmets are required for the event. 2015 Helmets will be permitted until 2025 model helmets are available in stores. Motorcycle or M helmets are not allowed.
Helmets are available for rent in a variety of sizes during the online registration process.
Car numbers are mandatory at all tracks. They must be on both sides of the car, at least 6" high, and easily visible to the corner workers. HOD numbers will be available for purchase at the track.
Policies
Click Here to review the HOD policy on:
- Cancellations
- Track Damage
- Convertibles
- High Center of Gravity vehicles
- Passengers
- Minors
- Head and Neck Restraints
- LeMons and Champ Cars
- Alcohol
Click Here for a brief description of the HOD run groups.
Access to load-into the property will be available starting at 6:00 PM the day prior to the start of the event until 6:00 PM Sunday evening.
Garages are available for rent.
A digital signaling system will be used in addition to physical corner workers to help communicate with drivers on track.
Fuel is not currently available at Hedge Hollow Raceway, however a list of nearby gas stations will be provided in a Logistics email prior to the event.
