About this event
MOTORSPORTS PARK HASTINGS
HOOKED ON DRIVING - FULL THROTTLE BIRTHDAY BASH
April 18-19, 2026
All Makes and Skill Levels Welcomed!
Event Track Configuration: Full Layout
Length: 2.15 mi Corners: 15
Turn up the heat this spring with Hooked on Driving Midwest’s Full Throttle Birthday Bash HPDE at Motorsports Park Hastings! Two adrenaline-packed days, a fast and flowing circuit, and the perfect excuse to celebrate on track—this event delivers maximum smiles per lap for drivers of all makes and models.
But there’s more…
🎉 Calling all Mustang drivers! 🎉
We’re giving a special shout-out to every Ford Mustang owner to help us celebrate the Mustang’s birthday in true Full Throttle fashion. Whether your car is classic, modern, track-prepped, or daily-driven, this is your moment to roll out, rev it up, and be part of a legendary lineup.
Why You’ll Love This Event
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Multiple run groups tailored for Novice through Advanced drivers
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Experienced instructors and coaches focused on safety, smoothness, and speed
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Ample track time on one of the Midwest’s most engaging road courses
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A welcoming, fun, and supportive Hooked on Driving Midwest community
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Extra Mustang pride and camaraderie all weekend long 🐎🔥
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Lunch included for registered drivers (additional guest lunches available for advanced purchase)
If you’re ready to shake off the offseason, sharpen your skills, and celebrate one of the most iconic performance cars ever built, this is the event you don’t want to miss.
👉 Spots are limited—register now and join us for a Full Throttle Birthday Bash at MPH!
Pricing:
1-Day: $ 275 (Saturday or Sunday Only)
2-Days: $ 500 (Saturday & Sunday)
Event requirements
Getting on track:
SA2020 or SA2025 helmets are required for the event. 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.
