REGISTER HERE FOR THE MUSTANG WEEK TEXAS TRACK DAY

Location: MSR Houston
Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026

TRACK DAY GENERAL INFORMATION & RULES 

Mustang Week Track Day, is an exciting day of high performance driving, where drivers hone their skills in Mustangs, Fords, and Ford-powered vehicles!  This event, which is open to everyone of all levels of experience, is the perfect way to enhance your abilities, win prizes and have A LOT of fun, and includes:

✅ Autocross Driving and Dial-in Challenge, Presented by Roush Performance

✅ High Performance Driving Experience (HPDEs) on the MSR Road Course

✅ Track Experience with parade laps in your own vehicle around MSR Road Course

✅ Ride-alongs with professional drivers

✅ Open karting sessions and a buy-in race

Track Experience

Track Experience participants will have the opportunity to drive their own vehicle on the 2.4 mile MSR road course, taking “Parade Laps” following an instructor-driven pace car.  Track Experience participants can also ride alongside professional drivers as passengers on the MSR road course for an adrenaline rush and experience firsthand the impressive performance of various Ford Mustangs.  

High Performance Driving Experience (HPDE)

HPDE participants will get their adrenaline fix and elevate their performance driving skills by piloting their own vehicle through the 2.4 mile MSR road course, with multiple sessions throughout the day.  Participants will be assigned to a novice, intermediate or advanced run group in tech based on skill and experience. Instruction will be provided, based on experience and skill level. 

Autocross, Presented by Roush Performance

The Autocross course will be open for unlimited runs. Later in the day, we will run a dial-in Autocross challenge. (see schedule for times).

Karting

Open Karting is available through much of the day for anyone purchasing a Karting entry. The buy-in race is available for racers who want to compete against some of the top drivers and influencers in the Ford community. Up to 16 racers compete for victory.

How to Register

To participate, visit www.mustangweek.com then purchase a participant ticket (All-Access grants access to ALL Mustang Week events) and then select your TRACK DAY entry.  You can select High Performance Driving Experience (HPDE), MSR Track Experience, Autocross and/or Karting. You may do multiple events but your ability to participate in everything may be limited based on scheduling.

See Full Official Schedule for ALL Details

8:00 am – Gates, Tech and Registration Open
10:00 am – HPDE Driver’s Meeting
10:30 am – HPDE Track is HOT
11:00 am – Autocross & Karting Start (11am-3 pm)
12:30 pm – Track Experience Session 1 (please arrive by 11:30am), followed by Pro Driver Ride Alongs
3:00 pm – Mustang Week Cup Karting Race
4:00 pm – Autocross Dial-In Challenge
4:30 pm – Track Experience Session 2 (clean up for anyone who missed earlier); followed by Pro-Driver Ride Alongs
6:00 pm – End Racing 

Tickets:

Tickets are available in advance and well as at the gate. Go to Mustangweek.com to pre-purchase tickets and race entries. Save time by purchasing in advance. Participants need an All-Access Participant ticket. 

Food and Beverage:

There will be food trucks onsite with food and drinks available for purchase. No alcohol is allowed onsite at MSR.

Weather Policy:

MSR will run rain or shine. However, in the case of severe weather (lightning, tornadoes, etc.), sessions will pause in accordance with track policies.

Safety Requirements

  • For Autocross and Ride Along sessions, drivers and passengers must have a Helmet. (2015 or newer Snell-certified recommended)
  • For HPDE: Long sleeves, long pants, and closed-toe shoes, plus a helmet (2015-or new Snell-certified helmet is recommended)
  • Rentals: A limited number of helmet rentals available at the track for $40 per day through MSR
  • Vehicle: ALL Vehicles must be track worthy, in good mechanical condition, and free of leaks.
  • Licensed minors must provide a signed “Waiver and Release of Liability and Indemnity Agreement 

Mustang Week Registration Packages: Your official Mustang Week registration package—complete with your registration cards and event information—will be mailed after March 27, 2026. This package ensures you’re fully prepared and ready to enjoy the event from the moment you arrive. If you register after March 27 your package will need to be picked up at registration. We can’t wait to see you at Mustang Week Texas!

Required Documents for Participants

You will sign your waiver and get a wristband when you come through the gate. If you have already received your registration package, simply bring your tech cards to the appropriate tech area to check in. If you do not have your registration package, please go to the Mustang Week Registration Tent. 

Required documents to present at Tech:

  • Valid driver’s license
  • Tech Card
  • Wristband

AUTOCROSS, Presented by Roush Performance – Rules & Information 

The Autocross course will be open for unlimited runs. Later in the day, we will run a dial-in Autocross or Consistency Run format.  A baseline time is established, either by a predetermined run or by a driver’s own initial lap. Competitors then try to match or get as close as possible to that time in subsequent runs.

The goal is precision, not speed—penalties may apply for going too fast or too slow compared to the baseline. The winner will be the person who wins the bracket just like a dial-in drag race. It will be two cars running in the bracket; the one that is closest to their time without breaking out will move on to the next round.

Autocross Sign-In & Tech Inspection: Vehicles must pass a safety inspection. 

  • Autocross closed course layout with cones, designed and managed by AutoXperts.
  • There will be a designated area for pre-run and post-run staging.
  • There will be no more than two cars allowed on the course at a time.
  • No run limit, the number of runs per driver depends on the number of entries.
  • All participants will have access to the autocross track for the full event duration until the dial-in competition begins.
  • The dial-in competition is a timed event, focused on consistency, not speed.
  • Manual timers will be used.

TRACK EXPERIENCE – Rules & Information

Track Experience participants will have the opportunity to drive their own vehicle on the 2.4 mile MSR road course, taking “Parade Laps” following an instructor-driven pace car.  All makes and models are welcome, but drivers must provide a valid drivers license, insurance and registration.  Parade lap sessions will be 2-3 laps with two sessions offered. You may only participate in ONE session. There will be a session mid-day and then end of the day. (12:30 pm and 4:30pm). Please arrive at least one-hour (1 hr) prior to your session to get parked, waivers, and get situated. 

Track Experience participants can also ride alongside professional drivers as passengers on the MSR road course for an adrenaline rush and experience firsthand the impressive performance of various Ford Mustangs. 

HIGH PERFORMANCE DRIVING EXPERIENCE (HPDE) – Rules & Information

HPDE participants will get their adrenaline fix and elevate their performance driving skills by piloting their own vehicle through the 2.4 mile MSR road course, with 3-4 sessions throughout the day.  Participants will be assigned to a novice, intermediate or advanced run group based on skill and experience. Instruction will be provided, based on experience and skill level. Group assignments will be confirmed at Tech.

Run Group Levels:

  • 1 = Advanced:  Racing license and/or highly experienced in driving schools or open-track events.
  • 2 = Intermediate: Solo driving with experienced driver status and/or experience in driver schools or open-track events.
  • 3 = Novice:  Limited or no experience, instruction required.

Mandatory Driver Meeting:

ALL DRIVERS, including advanced, intermediate and novice, must attend the Driver’s Meeting at the Clubhouse, where track rules, an overview of the track layout and the full-day schedule will be provided. For novice and/or intermediate drivers, a performance driving clinic will equip you with the fundamentals needed to have a safe and fun day on the track. DRIVERS MEETING STARTS AT 10:00 AM AND IS MANDATORY.

Tech Inspection:

Completed tech sheets must be provided for each vehicle participating in HPDEs.  Tech sheets will be mailed prior to the event. 

Open Cockpit Cars:

  • Each driver must be qualified for different run groups and register separately.
  • Open cockpit cars, like a Cobra, must pass the broomstick test to drive on-track.  The broomstick test reveals clearance for your helmet clad head while sitting in the driver’s seat with a broomstick (or similar device) set atop the roll bar and the windshield frame. Your helmet clad head must have clearance under the broomstick. A modern convertible Mustang may drive on-track with its top up. 

MUSTANG WEEK CUP BUY-IN RACE – Rules & Information

The 2nd Annual Mustang Week Texas Cup will take place on the MSR karting track. It is a buy-in race – entry is $20 per person, paid cash, or via venmo/zelle onsite. After qualifying sessions, the field will be set for the final race, and it’s winner take all. The winner of the final race will receive the full cash pot.

Format & Schedule

1. Qualifying Rounds (Heats)
  • Participants are split into heats of 10 racers per heat.
  • Each heat is a 5-minute session (approximately 4-5 laps per racer).
  • Fastest lap time from each racer determines ranking.
  • Top 10 fastest drivers from ALL heats advance to Cup.
2. Final Race
  • The top 13 qualifiers compete in a 10-lap race.
  • Winner of the final race takes the full cash prize.

Rules

General Rules
  1. Participants must be at least 16 years old and sign a waiver.
  2. Any intentional contact or reckless driving results in disqualification.
Qualifying Rules
  1. Each racer’s best lap time will determine qualifying.
  2. The 13 racers with the fastest lap (regardless of heat) will qualify for the Cup.
  3. In case of a tie, the next fastest lap will be used as a tiebreaker.
Final Race Rules
  1. Race is grid-start, 10 laps.
  2. No intentional blocking; any aggressive driving can lead to penalties.
  3. Starting grid/qualifying logic will not be released until grid is set.
  4. First racer to complete 10 laps wins the Mustang Week Cup and the money.