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UPDATE: No racing on July 21, 2017, due to heat and possible severe weather.

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Racing Cancelled July 21st 2017

July 21, 2017
by Caleb Slouha in Blog, News

Here at Hawkeye Downs, we LOVE racing. However, we love our fans, drivers, and crews even more. Because of this, we have decided to CANCEL racing due to extreme heat and the increased chance for severe weather. Stay updated on Facebook and the Website for more information as it becomes available. Hawkeye Downs uses rainedout.com for weather updates. Be sure to sign up today!

July 14th Results- Casey’s General Store Night

July 15, 2017
by Caleb Slouha in Blog, News

(July 14th, 2017– By Caleb Slouha) After a week off, racing resumed at Hawkeye Downs for the Hy-Vee Racing Series which included the AIRS Vintage Cars for the second time this year. — Robin Atkins got a strong start to the AIRS race, but once Bart Miller made the pass to second just three laps in, he quickly caught up to the leader. With two to go, Miller took the

Contest 7/17-7/21

June 29, 2017
by Caleb Slouha in Blog, News

CONTEST You can win TWO general admission tickets to the Valley Fair! For your chance, fill out the form of who you believe will win the races this Friday, July 21st. If you correctly choose all 5 drivers, you could win! Complete the form below, and find the full rules at the bottom. Only one submission per person. Loading… FULL RULES -The contest begins on July 17th, 2017 and ends July

Results June 30th- Hibu Night

July 2, 2017
by Caleb Slouha in News

(June 30th, 2017– By Caleb Slouha) The final race in June for the year saw some fantastic racing from all Hy-Vee Racing Series. The Racing For A Cause Series and regional legend qualifier brought 17 legends cars for a $1000 to win race which was a thrill to watch. — The Miller Time Hornets feature saw a wild race once again this week. The “big one” struck just three laps

RACING FOR A CAUSE TO BENEFIT C.O.P.S. THIS FRIDAY NIGHT

June 27, 2017
by Brad Grupe in Blog, News, Track

This Friday night is “Hibu Night at the Races” and the annual Racing for a Cause event benefiting Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S). The highlight of the night is a $1000 to win Regional Qualifier for Dublin City Pub INEX Legends. The special race in conjunction with C.O.P.S. is sponsored by Hershberger Enterprises of Kalona. 25-30 Legends are expected for this race, which is the first of four throughout Iowa.

Fan Guide 2017

June 27, 2017
by Caleb Slouha in Blog, News

2017 Ultimate Fan Guide A reference for fans regarding what Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo has to offer, and more! For more information on any of these topics, please contact us. Alcohol: Beer options are provided at the track from 6 until just before races end. We will not serve beer to anyone under the age of 21. Hawkeye Downs does have a 2-for-1 “happy hour” from 6-7 pm most

Brody Willett Wins 50 lap late model race.

Willett Wins 50 Lap Feature

June 17, 2017
by Caleb Slouha in News, Track

Willett Wins 50 Lap Military Night Feature Teenager Brody Willett beat Landon Cassill and the rest of the weekly late model racers Friday night in the first annual $1000-to-win Military Night race. Brian Gibson and Cassill started on the front row for the feature. Gibson gained the advantage on the start. Six laps in, Caleb Adrian took the lead and showed the field the way until Willett made a pass

Racin’ and Rockin’ to Support The Military Friday June 16

June 17, 2017
by Brad Grupe in News, Track

Racin’ and Rockin’ to Support The Military Friday June 16 Cedar Rapids, IA- This Friday , June 16 Hawkeye Downs presents “Racin’ and Rockin’ to Support Our Military”, sponsored by Cassill Motors. The event promises to be an evening full of racing, music, raffles, family activities, and more, all to recognize and support active and retired military personnel. One of the highlights will be Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series/Front Row