Activities
Car Show
Official Mustang Week Car Show
Official Car Show
The Official Mustang Week Charlotte Car Show, presented by Roush, includes a reserved spot in the Official Car Show on Saturday. The show welcomes Mustangs of all generations and is judged on cleanliness, craftsmanship, and attention to detail.
Cruise-In
All-Ford Cruise-in
Fabulous Fords Friday
The Fabulous Fords Friday All-Ford Cruise-In, presented by Roush, takes over zMAX Dragway for one of the biggest days of the week. Bring your Mustang or Ford, park it, walk the show, and spend the day taking it all in.
Roll Racing
Side by Side Fords & Mustang Action
Vendors at Mustang Week
Mustang Week attracts some of the biggest names and vendors, who come out and put on a display of all your favorite cars and parts. This is an opportunity to speak to some of the top brands in the Mustang community about your next project.
Burnout Show
Pro & Street Burnout Competition
The Smoke Show
Get ready for the Smoke Show! Cobra Sam will be hosting his world famous street burnout competition at zMax on Friday Cruise-in, and the Pro Burnout show hosted on Saturday night.
Drifting
Exhibitions & Ride Alongs
Drifting Exhibitions
Experience the adrenaline of Mustang Week Charlotte 2026 with high-energy drifting exhibitions and exclusive ride alongs. Watch skilled drivers push their Mustangs to the limit in tire-smoking action, then strap in and feel the power from the passenger seat. It’s nonstop excitement up close.
Track Day
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Track Day
Track Day at Mustang Week Charlotte brings high-performance fun to Charlotte Motor Speedway. Enjoy ride-alongs, autocross, HPDE sessions, and track experience activities for all skill levels. Whether you’re driving or riding shotgun, it’s your chance to experience real Mustang action on a legendary track.
Mustang Week Mayhem
Fireworks, Burnouts, DJs & Music
Firework Show
Mustang Week Mayhem lights up zMAX Dragway with an epic fireworks show you won’t forget. Feel the energy as the sky explodes with color over a sea of Mustangs and excited fans. It’s the perfect high-impact finale to an unforgettable night at Mustang Week Charlotte.
Drag Racing
Test & Tune, True Street, Street Kings & More
Drag Racing
Mustang Week Drag Day at zMAX Dragway brings pure quarter-mile excitement to Mustang Week Charlotte. Launch down the legendary strip, from street builds to track-ready monsters. Fans pack the stands for nonstop side-by-side action, high speeds, and unforgettable horsepower-filled runs all day.
OFFICIAL EVENT
SCHEDULE DETAILS
Day 1
KICK-OFF PARTY
Monday
August 24, 2026
Kick off Mustang Week 2026 at the Kick-Off Party, presented by Modifymystang.com at Mac’s Speed Shop in Concord. Enjoy great food, music, and a laid-back atmosphere while surrounded by an all-Mustang meet-up built to start the week right.
Check out official Mustang Week merch, connect with fellow enthusiasts, and take in the energy of the community.
Day 2
KARTING & ICE CREAM SOCIAL MEET-UP
Tuesday
August 25, 2026
Cool off and have some fun at the Mustang Week Karting & Ice Cream Social Meet-Up, presented by Hemmings.com at K1 Speed.
This laid-back event features indoor karting, the Mustang Week Karting Cup, plus ice cream trucks, food trucks, music, and an All-Ford meet-up all in one place.
Official Activities
Day 3
MUSTANG WEEK GAMES & ALL-FORD MEET-UP
Wednesday
August 26, 2026
Don’t miss the first-ever Mustang Week Games and All-Ford Meet-Up at The Horseshoe in Kannapolis. This inaugural field day brings together Tug of War, horseshoes, three-legged races, wheelbarrow racing, and cornhole for clubs and individuals.
Enjoy eating contests, BBQ food trucks, live music, vendors, and more throughout the day.
Official Activities
Day 4
TRACK DAY
Thursday
August 27, 2026
Get your Mustang on track at the Mustang Week Track Day at Charlotte Motor Speedway, operated by Wheelhouse. This is a chance to drive your car on a legendary ROVAL in the Mustang Week HPDE, whether it’s your first time on track or you’ve done it before.
HPDE will be offered for novice, intermediate and advanced drivers, or you can opt for the Track Experience which includes parade laps on the Superspeedway and the Roval, plus the option for pro ride-alongs in Dark Horse Mustangs. It’s a fun opportunity to experience Charlotte Motor Speedway from behind the wheel—or the passenger seat—during Mustang Week.
Spots are limited, so be sure to sign up when you register for Mustang Week.
Official Activities
Other Activities
Day 5
ALL-FORD CRUISE-IN
Friday
August 28, 2026
The Mustang Week All-Ford Cruise-In Presented by Roush takes over zMAX Dragway for one of the biggest days of the week. Bring your Mustang or Ford, park it, walk the show, and spend the day taking it all in.
This All-Fords cruise-in features more than 500+ Fords of every type, more than 50 vendors, plus nonstop action around the track. From roll racing to drag racing, True Street competition to drift exhibitions, the drift battle, drifting ride-alongs, burnouts, autocross, and the dyno challenge, there’s always something happening. Official Mustang Week merch will be available, along with food and plenty of room to hang out. Cobra Sam will be hosting his world famous burnout competition.
Official Activities
Day 6
OFFICIAL CAR SHOW
Saturday
August 29, 2026
zMAX Dragway
Cap off the week at the Mustang Week Official Car Show, presented by Roush Performance, at the legendary zMAX Dragway. This is the main event—the official Mustang Week car show—bringing together standout Mustangs from all over the country in one place.
Spend the day checking out cars and taking in the action around the track. You’ll see drift exhibitions and ride-alongs, burnouts, autocross, drag racing, and the Dyno Challenge, along with vendors, official merch, and food and drinks on site. The day wraps up with the Awards Ceremony and Poker Run awards, followed by Mustang Week Mayhem—a big finish with drifting, motorsports action, and fireworks to close out Mustang Week 2026.
Official Activities
Other Activities
Get your tickets here
VIP Packages
VIP
All-Access Spectator
VIP admission into all Mustang Week venues (Track Day & zMAX Dragway). See details above on all of the VIP perks! Kids 12 and under are free for admission but will need a VIP ticket to enter the VIP area.
VIP
All-Access Participant
VIP Perks + general admission to all Mustang Week venues. Participant activities (like Car Show, Drag Racing, etc.) must be added-on during registration. Kids 12 and under are free for admission but will need a VIP ticket to enter the VIP area.
VIP
Weekend Spectator
Full VIP Perks plus admission Friday & Saturday to Mustang Week at zMax. Kids 12 and under are free for admission but will need a VIP ticket to enter the VIP area.
General Admission
GA
All-Access Spectator
Admission into all Mustang Week venues (Track Day & zMAX Dragway). Kids 12 and under are free.
All-Access Participant
Includes general admission to all Mustang Week venues. Participant activities (like Car Show, Drag Racing, etc.) must be added-on during registration. Kids 12 and under are free for admission.
Weekend Spectator
Admission Friday & Saturday to Mustang Week at zMax. Kids 12 and under are free.
TRAVEL AND HOTEL
In true Mustang Week fashion, we are always working to help our attendees score the best possible deals while traveling to the event. For Mustang Week Charlotte, taking place August 24-29, 2026, we are excited to partner with Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte Concord Golf Resort & Spa to offer discounted lodging rates exclusively for Mustang Week attendees.
Thank you to our sponsors
Official Merch
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Frequently Asked Questions
Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte Concord Golf Resort & Spa – lock in your discounted rated now using THIS LINK or by calling the hotel directly at 704-455-8200 and mentioning “MUSTANG WEEK”!
Complimentary parking is available at ZMax Dragway. In addition, a premium parking pass is available which is $30 for the weekend. In addition, Show & Shine participant Mustangs may park in the show field and will not be judged. (You must have a participant Ticket to do so, and add the “Show N Shine”.). Premium parking and Show N Shine entries have limited availability.
Yes. Please contact Camping World Racing Resort at Charlotte Motor Speedway. They have a huge camp ground directly in front of zMAX.
Events held at zMAX Dragway and Charlotte Motor Speedway require a General Admission or Participant ticket. The Kick-Off Party, K1 Speed Karting Social, Mustang Week Games at The Horseshoe are free to attend.
General Admission tickets include general admission tickets to venues to watch and enjoy activities. Add-on activities do not require a vehicle to enter. Participant tickets are needed to participant motorsports activities with your vehicle (HPDE, Drag Racing, Roll Racing, Autocross, Car Show entry, etc.). Once you purchase your ticket, you can then add-on activities before you check out..
Yes. Adult single-day tickets ($40) will be available at the gate only for Thursday, Friday, or Saturday. Not available online.
Kids 12 & under are free with a paid adult ticket. However, VIP area access requires a VIP ticket for all ages.
Yes, you can log into your MustangWeek.com account by clicking on Account on the upper right. Logon with the email you used to purchase the tickets to add activities.
Mustang Week Charlotte is a rain-or-shine event. All entries are non-refundable under any circumstances, including but not limited to weather-related delays or cancellations. If you purchased Purchase Protection follow that provider’s claim process (if eligible).
Prior to the cutoff date, you may update ticket details in your online account. After that, changes must be handled onsite at Registration.
No. Each VIP ticket admits one person and includes one VIP merch pack. Children under 12 get free general admission but may not enter the VIP area without a VIP ticket.
VIP pickup can be done at all Official Events except Track day.
The Friday Cruise-In is first-come, first-served parking inside the venue and is open to all Fords with a Mustang Week ticket.
Vehicles entered in the Official Car Show may participate in activities such as Drag Racing, Roll Racing, or Autocross on Friday only. On Saturday, Official Car Show vehicles must remain parked during judging.
No tents or easy-ups are permitted in the show field.
Awards not picked up may be shipped after the event via a post-event shipping form. All related shipping costs are the responsibility of the recipient.
Official Mustang Week merchandise will be available at most official Mustang Week events including the Kick-Off Party, K1, The Horseshoe and zMAX. You can also find it online at www.racingshirts.com where you can order year round.
Wristbands are required for entry and must be worn at all times while attending Mustang Week events.
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Wristbands are non-transferable and are considered the same as cash.
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Lost, removed, cut, tampered with, or stolen wristbands will NOT be replaced.
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Mustang Week is not responsible for lost or damaged wristbands for any reason.
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No replacements will be issued once a wristband has been used for entry.
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Wristbands must be worn securely and should not be removed until the event is over.
Mustang Week staff reserve the right to refuse entry if a wristband appears altered or improperly worn.
No. Pets and animals are not permitted at Mustang Week events. The only exception is trained service animals, as defined by the ADA, that are required to assist an individual with a disability. This policy exists because large crowds, loud noises, hot pavement, and moving vehicles can be dangerous for animals. This policy helps protect the safety of guests, staff, vehicles, and animals.
Yes. Mustang Week reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to refuse entry to or remove any attendee whose conduct is deemed unsafe, disruptive, disorderly, or otherwise inconsistent with event rules, venue policies, or applicable laws
Follow venue policies. No outside alcohol where prohibited. Participants in motorsports activities may not consume alcohol.
Mustang Week is a rain-or-shine event. In the event of inclement weather, track cleanup, timing system issues, oil downs, accidents, or other unforeseen circumstances, event officials reserve the right to adjust events, activities, qualifying procedures, elimination formats, run schedules, or competition structure as necessary to complete the event in a safe and timely manner.
Drones are prohibited.
No. Pit or personal vehicles such as golf carts, ATVs, mini bikes, scooters, hoverboards, ATVs, and personal e-bikes are not permitted inside Mustang Week event grounds unless they are:
- Official event vehicles
- Approved vendor vehicles
- Pre-authorized mobility assistance devices.
No. Only approved vendors may sell products onsite.
Please email volunteers@mustangweek.com for more info!