Placerville Newswire
  • Crime
  • Culture
No Result
View All Result
Get Started
Placerville NewsWire
  • Crime
  • Culture
No Result
View All Result
Placerville NewsWire
No Result
View All Result

Placerville Speedway Kicks Off 60th Anniversary Season with 22nd Annual Tribute to Al Hinds

Fans Gather for a Night of Racing Action Honoring Legendary Promoter Al Hinds

Cris Alarcon by Cris Alarcon
March 20, 2025
in Events
405 26
0
Wet Weather Cancels Placerville Speedway Opener, “Tribute to Al Hinds” Rescheduled

Placerville Speedway, has been postponed due to inclement weather

Share on FacebookShare on TwitterWhatsappReddit

PLACERVILLE, Calif. (March 20, 2025) — Following a weather-induced postponement, Placerville Speedway is set to launch its 60th anniversary season with the 22nd annual “Tribute to Al Hinds” this Saturday, March 22. 

The event will feature multiple racing divisions, including the Thompson’s Family of Dealerships Winged 360 Sprint Cars, Red Hawk Resort + Casino Pure Stocks, Mountain Democrat Mini Trucks, and the Joe Hunt Magnetos Wingless Tour. ​

You might also like

Community Honors History at 33rd Annual Fair Play Cemetery Clean-Up

Community Honors History at 33rd Annual Fair Play Cemetery Clean-Up

April 15, 2026
Ang Lee’s “Gold Mountain” Casting Call Seeks Local Extras in El Dorado County

Ang Lee’s “Gold Mountain” Casting Call Seeks Local Extras in El Dorado County

April 13, 2026

Gates will open at 4 p.m., an hour later than in previous years, with live music and a Coors Light/Coors Banquet Happy Hour from 4 to 6 p.m. ​

The “Tribute to Al Hinds” began in 2004 to honor the former track promoter and Placerville resident who played a pivotal role in the speedway’s history. Hinds, who took over operations in 1968, was known for his dedication to the racing community. 

Tickets are available at the gate or online, with adult admission priced at $20. Seniors (62+), military personnel, and juniors (12-17) can attend for $18, while children aged 6-11 are $8, and those under five enter free. 

For fans unable to attend in person, live coverage will be provided by CaliDirt.TV. ​

Placerville Speedway is located at 100 Placerville Dr., Placerville, CA 95667, on the El Dorado County Fairgrounds. ​

For more information, visit Placerville Speedway’s official website.

Cris Alarcon

Cris Alarcon

Former Member: Executive Board of Directors, Treasurer, Boys & Girl Club of El Dorado County Western Slope. - Former Member: Board of Directors, Treasurer, Food Bank of El Dorado County. - Opening Team Dealer at Red Hawk Casino - Retried EDC Elections Department Inspector. - Chairman of El Dorado County Charter Review Committee, Youngest Charter Member of the Hangtown Kennel Club. - Political Strategist and Campaign Manager.

Related Stories

Community Honors History at 33rd Annual Fair Play Cemetery Clean-Up

Community Honors History at 33rd Annual Fair Play Cemetery Clean-Up

by Cris Alarcon
April 15, 2026

A Memorial Day tradition returns to Fair Play as residents unite to restore a historic cemetery and honor generations past.

Ang Lee’s “Gold Mountain” Casting Call Seeks Local Extras in El Dorado County

Ang Lee’s “Gold Mountain” Casting Call Seeks Local Extras in El Dorado County

by Cris Alarcon
April 13, 2026

A major Hollywood film directed by Ang Lee is casting paid extras locally—here’s how El Dorado County residents can get...

Free Stagecoach Rides Return to Placerville April 19

Free Stagecoach Rides Return to Placerville April 19

by Cris Alarcon
April 12, 2026

Saddle up—Placerville’s free stagecoach rides roll again April 19, offering a rare Old West experience right on Main Street

Placerville Empty Bowls Dinner Raises $17,000 to Fight Hunger, Led by Local Youth

Placerville Empty Bowls Dinner Raises $17,000 to Fight Hunger, Led by Local Youth

by Cris Alarcon
April 9, 2026

Nearly 500 attendees helped local youth raise $17,000 to combat hunger at Placerville’s 26th annual Empty Bowls Dinner

Recommended

Engines, Iron, and Independence: Truck & Tractor Pulls Roar Back to the El Dorado County Fair

Engines, Iron, and Independence: Truck & Tractor Pulls Roar Back to the El Dorado County Fair

March 9, 2026
Public Alert: Agenda Manipulation Alleged in El Dorado County Board Meetings

Public Alert: Agenda Manipulation Alleged in El Dorado County Board Meetings

October 26, 2025

Popular Story

  • Ang Lee’s “Gold Mountain” Casting Call Seeks Local Extras in El Dorado County

    Ang Lee’s “Gold Mountain” Casting Call Seeks Local Extras in El Dorado County

    978 shares
    Share 391 Tweet 245
  • El Dorado County Postal Worker Pleads Guilty to Stealing Veterans’ Medications

    834 shares
    Share 334 Tweet 209
  • El Dorado County Auditor Faces Transparency Questions in Public Letter

    674 shares
    Share 270 Tweet 169
  • Former Cal Fire Captain Sentenced to Life Without Parole in Cameron Park Double Murder

    664 shares
    Share 266 Tweet 166
  • El Dorado County Arrest Blotter: Fugitive, Stolen Vehicle Bust Leads April 13 Crime Log

    641 shares
    Share 256 Tweet 160
  • Buy JNews
  • Support Forum
  • Pre-sale Question
  • Contact Us

© 2023 Placerville Newswire Commentary is produced by the Placerville Newswire, a private service focusing on Placerville Local Area issues. All conclusions expressed in this publication should be understood to be solely those of the author(s). You may find us in El Dorado County Placerville, CA 95667

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password? Sign Up

Create New Account!

Fill the forms below to register

All fields are required. Log In

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
No Result
View All Result
  • Landing Page
  • Buy JNews
  • Support Forum
  • Pre-sale Question
  • Contact Us

© 2023 Placerville Newswire Commentary is produced by the Placerville Newswire, a private service focusing on Placerville Local Area issues. All conclusions expressed in this publication should be understood to be solely those of the author(s). You may find us in El Dorado County Placerville, CA 95667