Update 1/7/25: The January 11 event has unfortunately been cancelled due to not enough ice. We are looking for a minimum of 16-18" of quality ice to hold an event. As of today, Madison lake near Mankato has about 12" of ice and East Rush Lake near Rush City had about 15" of ice. We are very close! We need the ice measurement to be within range to secure the event permit on the lake. Looking forward to holding our first event on January 18th. Location and other details to follow soon.
View and Register for upcoming events here:
What is Ice Racing?
The International Ice Racing Association (IIRA) has a long history of conducting car racing events on plowed courses on frozen lakes. Studded racing tires are used in the fastest classes to provide the cars with a surprising amount of grip on the ice.
Currently, all the events are based in Minnesota.
Facebook Pages and Groups
Many Ways to Participate!
Multiple cars on track competing wheel-to-wheel in races lasting several laps (15-30 min)
Studded tires only
Minimum car prep includes 6 point roll cages, racing harness, working lights and wipers. See rules for complete list of requirements
Open Track
Open Track, no timers, come have fun and learn to drive on the ice
Studded or non-studded tires
Street legal cars eligible
Novice friendly
Autocross format
Timed runs from start to finish
One car on course at a time
Studded or non-studded tire classes
Street legal cars eligible
We need help!
Volunteers are compensated, provided with lunch, and offered a ride in one of the race cars!
Duties include: registration, corner workers, starters, pit stewards, towing and recovery, and more
For volunteer info and registration, see info on our motorsportreg site here: iira.motorsportreg.com
Call or email us if you have additional questions
Upcoming Events
2025 Racing Schedule
Official event calendar will be on MotorsportReg (iira.motorsportreg.com) for 2025. Actual dates and locations will vary depending on ice conditions.
Tentative dates are scheduled as follows:
January 11, 2025: Saturday W2W & Track Day Cancelled due to not enough ice.
January 18, 2025: Saturday W2W & Track Day
January 25-26, 2025: Saturday W2W & Track Day, Sunday IceCross
February 8-9, 2025: Saturday W2W & Track Day, Sunday IceCross (Celebration of the Lakes)
February 15-16, 2025: Saturday W2W & Track Day, Sunday IceCross
February 22, 2025: Saturday W2W & Track Day, Sunday IceCross