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As the gates prepare to drop on the 2026 Monster Energy AMA Amateur Motocross National Championship presented by AMSOIL, excitement is already building at Loretta Lynn Ranch as a full slate of special events will get underway beginning Saturday, August 1. As the nation’s top amateur motocross racers take to the track, riders, families and fans will have the opportunity to enjoy a week filled with activities, entertainment and traditions that have become a staple of the annual championship. From opening ceremonies and vendor displays to autograph sessions, giveaways and family-friendly attractions, the week offers something for everyone both on and off the racetrack.
On Sunday, August 2, it’s officially opening day at the Ranch starting at 9:00 a.m. local time, as athletes begin their check-in and registration process. At the end of official business, everyone will come together at 4:30 p.m. local time for the annual Nathan Hall 442 Memorial Bicycle Ride. Attendees will then have their first opportunity to hang out with a Pro Motocross racer, Jeremy Martin, as he leads the Yamaha Track Walk at 5:00 p.m. That will be followed by opening ceremonies at 7:30 p.m. and capped off by the week’s showcase event, the Monster Energy Country Music Festival headlined by REDFERRIN at 9:00 p.m. local time.
Following practice on Monday, August 3, another Pro Motocross champion will spend time with the racers as Ryan Dungey will share his expertise with KTM Ready to Race Trackside Tips at 6:30 p.m. local time. The intensity ramps up on Tuesday, August 4, as motos get underway, but the fun continues with a special autograph session with Levi Kitchen and Nick Romano at The Fox Tower at 5:30 p.m. local time, in addition to a more slow-paced event, as Pro Motocross fan favorite Malcolm Stewart hosts the Mookie Catch Classic fishing competition at the Lake Loretta trackside pond at 7:00 p.m. local time. The STACYC Jam Fest will close the night out at the STACYC Pump Track beginning at 7:30 p.m. local time.
The second day of racing on Wednesday, August 5, will kick off the evening activities with Music on the Beach at 5:00 p.m. local time, followed by the GASGAS Beach Bash & Splash with Kona Ice and Fire Truck Hose Down. Chapel Service with Rev. Kevin Cozadd of MXers for Jesus will take place at 7:00 p.m. at the FMF Pits, and then the high-flying action will take place as freestyle legend Keith Sayers defies gravity and physics at 7:30 p.m. with the Monster Energy FMX Demo. The second Radio Fox Live show will end the evening at 8:00 p.m. local time
On Thursday, August 6, at 12:30 p.m. local time two-time WMX Champion, Lachlan “lala” Turner will be signing autographs during intermission at the Yamaha Booth, with the Yamah bLU cRU family dinner will take place that evening at 7:00 p.m. local time in the Monster Energy Arena. On-Track School will once again host their annual On-Track Prom at 7:00 p.m. local time at Loretta Lynn’s Plantation Home.
Then on Friday, August 7, Music on the Beach will kick off the festivities at 2:00 p.m. local time, which will lead into the On Track School Graduation Dinner at 5:30 p.m. and then Ceremony at 7:15 p.m. local time. Also taking place on Friday evening will be the Loretta Lynn Kennel Club Dog Show at 7:00 p.m. local time near the pond area. Closing out the evening will give everyone a chance to win prizes at the Monster Jam with Zac Herrin + Music Bingo at 8:00 p.m
Throughout the week, Camp STACYC will keep kids active with special sessions and activities between 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. local time daily, from Monday to Friday. Additionally, Radio Fox presented by Vurb Moto will recap what happened on the track and will do a little bench racing with some of the most respected names in motocross on select evenings, from 8:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday’s closing day of racing will culminate with a celebration of the 36 class champions and specialty award recipients at the Monster Energy Awards Ceremonies, beginning at 10:00 a.m. local time.
All 108 motos from the 2026 Monster Energy AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship will be broadcasted live, from the first gate drop to the last, on Flo Racing with select days hosting free broadcasts with Flo Racing’s FAST channels on Amazon Prime, Flo Racing 24/7, YouTube, Roku and more.
For more information on the Monster Energy AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship, visit the series official website at www.mxsports.com or call (304) 284-0101. Join the conversation on the event’s social media channels, along with receiving the most up-to-date news and exclusive content.
