Firebird Desert Open
The Big Trucks Are Back!
Pro 2 trucks and Pro Buggies are back at Firebird for the first time in more than five years, and Pro Spec trucks make their Firebird debut. They’ll share the track with CORR’s stacked SxS field – Pro SxS, Pro Modified, Pro NA and SR1 lead a lineup that runs all the way through Pro-Am, Sportsman and Youth, with door-to-door battles in every class. Championship Off-Road Racing presented by AMSOIL kicks off its 2026–27 season – its fifth year at Firebird – with three days of short-course racing as the fastest trucks, buggies and SxS in the country fight for the first championship points of the year.
Earlybird pricing ends in
Big air. Big jumps. Bumper-to-bumper battles on every lap. At the Firebird Desert Open, CORR short-course racing puts you close enough to feel the roar – and with pit access included on every general admission ticket, you can walk the paddock, see the machines up close and meet the drivers.
Your Weekend Includes:
- The big trucks are back – Pro 2 and Pro Buggy return to Firebird for the first time in 5+ years
- Firebird debut – Pro Spec trucks race at Firebird for the first time ever
- Non-stop action – 15+ classes, from Youth SxS to Pro 2 trucks
- Pit access included with every GA ticket
- Free general parking with every GA ticket
- Kids 5 & under FREE with a paid adult
- Midway vendors, food & drinks for all ages
- Camp trackside – including Turn 1 VIP track-view spaces
Casual fan or hardcore off-roader, the season opener is a great weekend for the whole family.
About the Event
Weekend GA from $40 · Single Day GA from $20Weekend GA from $50 · Single Day GA from $25Weekend GA $60 · Single Day GA $35 at the gate
The Firebird Desert Open is Rounds 1 & 2 of the 2026–27 CORR championship and CORR’s fifth year racing at Firebird. This year the pro field gets bigger: Pro 2 trucks and Pro Buggies return to Firebird for the first time in more than five years, and the Pro Spec trucks make their Firebird debut. They join the Pro Lites, SR1 and the fastest SxS in the country.
Friday is practice and qualifying. Saturday and Sunday are full days of racing, with the pro classes taking over every afternoon.
Classes racing this weekend: Pro 2 · Pro Buggy · Pro Lite · Pro Spec · SR1 · Pro SxS · Pro NA · Pro Modified SxS · Pro Modified NA · Pro-Am Limited · Pro-Am Modified · Sportsman SxS · 1000 Restricted · Youth NA · 570 Modified · 200 Limited · 170 Limited · 170 Modified
Hours & Schedule
Gates open 6:00 AM Friday, Saturday & Sunday
Friday, Nov 20 – Practice & Qualifying (Weekend GA)
| 6:00 AM | Gates open |
| 7:30 AM | Practice begins |
| Afternoon | Qualifying |
| 5:00 PM | Qualifying closes |
Detailed Friday practice and qualifying times coming soon.
Saturday, Nov 21 – Round 1 Racing
| 6:00 AM | Gates open |
| 7:40 AM | National Anthem |
| 7:55 AM | Racing begins – 570 Modified, 200 Limited, 1000 Restricted, 170 Limited, Youth NA, 170 Modified |
| 10:00 AM | Vendor midway opens |
| 10:15 AM | Intermission |
| 10:45 AM | Sportsman SxS, Pro-Am Limited, Pro NA, Pro-Am Modified, Pro Modified NA |
| 1:15 PM | Intermission |
| 1:45 PM | Live National Anthem – Pro racing begins |
| 2:00 PM | SR1 |
| 2:30 PM | Pro Modified SxS |
| 3:00 PM | Pro Buggy |
| 3:30 PM | Pro Lite / Pro Spec |
| 4:00 PM | Pro SxS |
| 4:30 PM | Pro 2 |
| 5:00 PM | End of racing |
Sunday, Nov 22 – Round 2 Racing
Same running order as Saturday. Gates open 6:00 AM, pro racing begins after the 1:45 PM National Anthem, and racing wraps up at 5:00 PM.
Schedule subject to change. Final times will be posted race week.
Tickets & Admission
Buy early and save – Earlybird pricing ends Sunday night, October 18.
After that, Advance pricing applies until race weekend. Tickets bought at the gate cost the most.
Buy online and save – Advance tickets cost less than at the gate.
Advance pricing runs until gates open Friday, November 20. Tickets bought at the gate cost the most.
Tickets are available at the gate.
Single Day – Saturday or Sunday
| Ticket | Earlybird | Advance | Gate | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult GA (13+) | $20 | $25 | $35 | |||
| Child GA (6–12) | $10 | $15 | $25 | |||
| 2-Pack Special (any age) | $35 | $40 | Online only | |||
| Family 4-Pack (2 adults + 2 kids 6–12) | $55 | $65 | Online only | |||
| Kids 5 & Under | FREE with paid adult | FREE with paid adult | FREE with paid adult | |||
Weekend – Friday, Saturday & Sunday
| Ticket | Earlybird | Advance | Gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult GA Weekend (13+) | $40 | $50 | $60 |
| Child GA Weekend (6–12) | $30 | $40 | $50 |
| 2-Pack Special Weekend (any age) | $69 | $79 | Online only |
| Family 4-Pack Weekend (2 adults + 2 kids 6–12) | $99 | $129 | Online only |
Every GA ticket includes general parking and pit access. 2-Packs and Family 4-Packs are issued as one ticket with one fee – the best value for groups. Online only; not sold at the gate.
VIP Experiences
Trackside VIP Hospitality – Saturday or Sunday
$179 Advance · $209 Gate (per person)
Make race day an upgrade. Relax in a shaded, private hospitality tent right next to the grandstand, with your own reserved seat and a trackside view of the action.
Includes:
- One reserved seat + event admission for the selected day
- Food buffet
- Private bar (drinks available for purchase)
- Complimentary water
- Private restrooms
- Trackside viewing
General parking is free; VIP Preferred Parking can be added online (see Camping & Parking). Tickets bought on the same order are seated together. Children 2 and older need their own ticket; children under 2 are free on an adult’s lap. Wristbands are non-transferable once redeemed.
Grandstand VIP Box Suites – Saturday & Sunday
$5,000 per box · 20 guests ($250 per person) · Only 5 boxes
The best view at Firebird, for your team, clients or crew. Each private, tented box sits at the top of the main grandstand and seats 20, with three rows of bleacher seating plus high-top tables, and looks out over the entire track. Includes event admission, snacks, catered lunch, pay bar access, private restrooms and 10 VIP Preferred Parking passes.
Boxes are sold as a full box of 20. To book, email sales@corracing.com.
Seating & Viewing
Included with GA admission
General admission includes a seat in the grandstand. It’s provided, so there’s no need to bring chairs. For the best view, step up to Trackside VIP Hospitality or a Grandstand VIP Box Suite.
Your GA ticket also includes pit access – walk the paddock, check out the race machines and meet the drivers between sessions.
Camping & Parking
General Parking
FREE with every GA ticket
VIP Preferred Parking
Single Day: $25 Earlybird · $35 Advance
Weekend: $50 Earlybird · $60 Advance
Reserved parking closer to the grandstands and VIP hospitality. Event admission sold separately. Online only.
Turn 1 VIP RV/Camping – Weekend
$299 · Only 16 spaces
Camp right at Turn 1 with a great view of the action! Your reserved 20′ x 40′ dry camping space (no hookups) includes 2 weekend GA passes. Additional support vehicle passes are $25 each. Check in at Gate 1 starting Thursday at 10:00 AM; all campers must arrive by Friday at 8:00 PM. Space is extremely limited – when they’re gone, they’re gone!
Spectator camping only. This area may not be used as a racer pit or paddock – race vehicles, race trailers and pit operations are not permitted.
GA Dry Camping – Weekend
$110 Earlybird · $135 Advance · Only 50 sites
20′ x 40′ dry campsite (no hookups) with 2 weekend GA passes included. Located just outside the event area. Check in at Gate 1 starting Thursday at 10:00 AM.
FAQ
Are kids free?
Kids 5 & under get in free with a paid adult. Kids 6–12 get discounted child tickets.
Is parking included?
Yes – general parking is free with every GA ticket.
Do I get pit access?
Yes – every GA ticket includes pit access.
Can I buy at the gate?
Yes, but you’ll pay more. 2-Packs, Family 4-Packs, VIP parking and camping are online only.
When does Earlybird pricing end?
Sunday night, October 18. Prices go up after that.
Do I need to bring chairs?
No – grandstand seating is provided.
Can I bring alcohol?
No. Outside alcohol isn’t allowed in the event area.
Are pets allowed?
No. Pets aren’t allowed at the event.
What should I bring?
Sunscreen, water, a hat and ear protection.
How do I get event updates?
Join our Facebook event for schedule updates, race-week news and announcements.
Don't Miss the Season Opener
Three days. 15+ classes. The big trucks are back, and Pro Spec makes its Firebird debut. Lock in the lowest prices of the season.
