The 39th Annual Chili Bowl Nationals, a cornerstone event in midget car racing, is set to ignite the SageNet Center at Tulsa Expo Raceway from January 12 to 18, 2025. With the recent release of the preliminary night schedules on the official website, anticipation is building among drivers, teams, and fans alike.
Event Overview
The Chili Bowl Nationals attract a diverse array of talent, featuring drivers from 35 states and five countries. This year’s lineup includes five previous event champions, underscoring the event’s prestige and competitive spirit.
Preliminary Night Schedule
The event’s structure is meticulously organized to ensure a seamless progression from practice sessions to the championship feature events. Each day is dedicated to specific qualifying rounds, sponsored by prominent entities, leading up to the climactic Saturday races.
• Sunday, January 12, 2025: Practice
• Building Open: 7:00 a.m.
• Practice Sessions: 9:00 a.m.
• Monday, January 13, 2025: 2nd Opinion Auto Center Qualifying Night
• Building Opens: 9:00 a.m.
• Draw for Lineups: 2:00 p.m.
• Driver’s Meeting: 3:00 p.m.
• Hot Laps: 4:00 p.m.
• Races Commence: 5:00 p.m.
• Tuesday, January 14, 2025: Warren CAT Qualifying Night
• Building Opens: 9:00 a.m.
• Draw for Lineups: 2:00 p.m.
• Driver’s Meeting: 3:00 p.m.
• Hot Laps: 4:00 p.m.
• Races Commence: 5:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, January 15, 2025: York Plumbing Qualifying Night
• Building Opens: 9:00 a.m.
• Draw for Lineups: 2:00 p.m.
• Driver’s Meeting: 3:00 p.m.
• Hot Laps: 4:00 p.m.
• Races Commence: 5:00 p.m.
• Thursday, January 16, 2025: Hasty Bake Qualifying Night
• Building Opens: 9:00 a.m.
• Draw for Lineups: 2:00 p.m.
• Driver’s Meeting: 3:00 p.m.
• Hot Laps: 4:00 p.m.
• Races Commence: 5:00 p.m.
• Friday, January 17, 2025: Hard Rock Casino Tulsa Qualifying Night
• Building Opens: 9:00 a.m.
• Draw for Lineups: 2:00 p.m.
• Driver’s Meeting: 3:00 p.m.
• Hot Laps: 4:00 p.m.
• Races Commence: 5:00 p.m.
• Saturday, January 18, 2025: Championship Feature Events
• Detailed schedule to be announced.
Notable Participants
This year’s event boasts an impressive roster of drivers, including NASCAR stars Kyle Busch and Ty Gibbs, both making their Chili Bowl debuts. Three-time Chili Bowl champion Christopher Bell returns after a two-year hiatus, aiming to reclaim his title. Veterans like Ricky Stenhouse Jr. and J.J. Yeley add depth to the field, each bringing extensive experience and a history of strong performances.
Viewing Options
For enthusiasts unable to attend in person, the entire event will be streamed live on FloRacing, providing comprehensive coverage of all qualifying nights and the championship finale. This ensures that fans worldwide can experience the excitement and intensity of the races.
The updated preliminary night schedules offer a clear roadmap for the 2025 Chili Bowl Nationals, setting the stage for a week of high-octane racing and showcasing the talents of drivers from across the globe. As the event approaches, the racing community eagerly anticipates the thrilling competitions that define this annual motorsport spectacle.
For more detailed information and updates, visit the official Chili Bowl Nationals website:
