Lernerville's Firecracker: An Exciting Five-Day Festival of Entertainment
2025-06-17 14:54
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BATAVIA, Ohio (June 16, 2025) - The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series presented by FloRacing will make its first of two appearances at Lernerville Speedway from June 19-21. The 19th Annual Firecracker 100 - presented by Experience Butler County, Pennsylvania- will gather the top dirt late model drivers from across the nation to compete for three consecutive nights, culminating in the $50,000-to-win finale.
The Firecracker Fest returns in 2025, beginning Monday, June 16, with camper load-in, followed by a free camper welcome party at 8:00 PM featuring food and live music. On Tuesday, June 17, the Sportsman Gun Bash will take place, benefiting Autism of Pittsburgh, with complimentary food and prize giveaways. Wednesday, June 18, will showcase the SEBRA Xtreme Bull Riding and Barrel Racing show, along with a Christie Huff concert. Additionally, there will be plenty of children's activities and other entertainment planned throughout the week.
Racing action starts on Thursday and Friday with the field being split into two groups based on pill draw, with each group competing in a complete program of Dirt Draft Hot Laps, Allstar Performance Time Trials, Heat Races, B-Mains, and their respective 25-lap, $5,000 to win A-Main.
The combined points from Thursday and Friday's preliminary events will determine the line-ups for Saturday's Heat Races. Saturday's program will be highlighted by Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Heat Races, B-Mains, and the $50,000 to-win 19th Annual Firecracker 100.
Once again, the RUSH Late Models will join the weekend of racing as they take part in one of the richest Crate Late Model races in the country in the $20,000-to-win Bill Emig Memorial presented by Sunoco Race Fuels.
The pit gates for the 19th Annual Firecracker 100 presented by Experience Butler County Pennsylvania will open at 3:00 PM on Thursday and Friday, and at 2:00 PM on Saturday. The grandstand gates will open at 4:00 PM on Thursday and Friday, and at 3:00 PM on Saturday. Hot laps are scheduled to begin at 6:00 PM each day. Additionally, there will be a Dirt Racing Outreach Service at 2:00 PM and a driver's autograph session from 4:30 PM to 5:15 PM on Saturday.
In addition to traditional ticketing options, fans can enjoy all five nights of action for just $135! That's five nights of family fun entertainment for just over $25 per day! Event tickets are available online now at www.lernervilletickets.com.
For the latest news, results, championship standings, and more about the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series presented by FloRacing, please visit www.lucasdirt.com.
Located in Western Pennsylvania, Butler County offers a glimpse of small-town life, yet is close to major cities, only 25 miles from Pittsburgh. Butler County offers something for everyone, from Agritourism, arts, culture, fairs, festivals, family fun, dining, golfing, history, the great outdoors, shopping, events, quirky sites, wineries, museums, parks, and more.
Fans are encouraged to attend the Butler County History Day on Saturday, June 21, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, to explore the rich culture and history that has shaped Pittsburgh's countryside. Enjoy free entry to museums and historical sites across the county, offering educational activities for all ages.
For more information about Experience Butler County, Pennsylvania and all the great things Butler County has to offer, visit www.expierencebutler.com.
Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Purses:
Thursday, June 19
1st A-Main (25 Laps): 1. $5,000, 2. $3,000, 3. $2,000, 4. $1,500, 5. $1,250, 6. $1,000, 7. $950, 8. $900, 9. $850, 10. $800, 11. $700, 12. $600, 13. $600, 14. $600, 15. $600, 16. $600, 17. $550, 18. $500, 19. $500, 20. $500, 21. $500, 22. $500, 23. $500, 24. $500 = $25,000
2nd A-Main (25 Laps): 1. $5,000, 2. $3,000, 3. $2,000, 4. $1,500, 5. $1,250, 6. $1,000, 7. $950, 8. $900, 9. $850, 10. $800, 11. $700, 12. $600, 13. $600, 14. $600, 15. $600, 16. $600, 17. $550, 18. $500, 19. $500, 20. $500, 21. $500, 22. $500, 23. $500, 24. $500 = $25,000
Friday, June 20
1st A-Main (25 Laps): 1. $5,000, 2. $3,000, 3. $2,000, 4. $1,500, 5. $1,250, 6. $1,000, 7. $950, 8. $900, 9. $850, 10. $800, 11. $700, 12. $600, 13. $600, 14. $600, 15. $600, 16. $600, 17. $550, 18. $500, 19. $500, 20. $500, 21. $500, 22. $500, 23. $500, 24. $500 = $25,000
2nd A-Main (25 Laps): 1. $5,000, 2. $3,000, 3. $2,000, 4. $1,500, 5. $1,250, 6. $1,000, 7. $950, 8. $900, 9. $850, 10. $800, 11. $700, 12. $600, 13. $600, 14. $600, 15. $600, 16. $600, 17. $550, 18. $500, 19. $500, 20. $500, 21. $500, 22. $500, 23. $500, 24. $500 = $25,000
Saturday, June 21
19th Annual Firecracker 100 (100 Laps): 1. $50,000, 2. $20,000, 3. $10,000, 4. $8,000, 5. $7,000, 6. $6,000, 7. $4,500, 8. $4,000, 9. $3,800, 10. $3,600, 11. $3,400, 12. $3,200, 13. $3,000, 14. $2,500, 15. $2,400, 16. $2,300, 17. $2,200, 18. $2,100, 19. $2,000, 20. $2,000, 21. $2,000, 22. $2,000, 23. $2,000, 24. $2,000, 25. $2,000, 26. $2,000 = $154,000
Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Tire Rule:
Left Rear/Fronts - Hoosier (90) NLMT2, (90) NLMT3
Right Rear - Hoosier (92) NLMT2, (92) NLMT3, (92) NLMT4
Previous Firecracker 100 Winners:
2024 - Ricky Thornton Jr.
2023 - Ricky Thornton Jr.
2022 - Tim McCreadie
2021 - Brandon Overton
2020 - Cade Dillard
2019 - Tim McCreadie
2018 - Chris Madden
2017 - Brandon Overton
2016 - Scott Bloomquist
2015 - Rick Eckert
2014 - Darrell Lanigan
2013 - Josh Richards
2012 - Scott Bloomquist
2011 - Jimmy Mars
2010 - Shane Clanton
2009 - Jimmy Mars
2008 - Brian Birkhofer
2007 - Scott Bloomquist
About Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series presented by FloRacing
Founded in 2005, the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series presented by FloRacing showcases the talents of the top dirt late model drivers from across the country. In 2025, the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series will sanction 58 events across 16 states, including some of the biggest marquee events in the industry, providing dirt slinging, sideways, door-to-door racing action lap after lap.
The series receives national exposure through a television package streamed live via FloRacing, with select broadcasts on RACER Network.
The in your face excitement of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series presented by FloRacing is second to none in motorsports. For more information, including the latest news, tour schedule, driver information, and more, visit the official website at: www.LucasDirt.com.
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