Renowned NASCAR sportscaster Dave Moody, also known as the “Godfather”, will be at Riverside International Speedway July 18 and 19 as a special guest for the IWK 250 Super Weekend. But it’s not the first 250 at Riverside for Moody; he was the play-by-play announcer for the American-Canadian Tour (ACT) when it sanctioned the Riverside 250 in 1991 and 1992. Since then, he’s become one of the best-known voices in NASCAR racing – on the Motor Racing Network (MRN) and as host of the daily Sirius XM Speedway show on Sirius XM NASCAR Radio Channel 90.
“I’m excited to get back to the Maritimes,” said Moody. “It’ll be great to see old friends, renew old acquaintances, meet the fans and racers, and see some great short track racing.”
Moody is the lead turn announcer on MRN Radio NASCAR Cup Series broadcasts and also co-anchors some NASCAR Xfinity Series and NASCAR Camping World Truck Series races. He started with MRN in 1983 and has since called some of the most memorable races in the sport’s history. He’s been the host of the nationally syndicated Sirius XM Speedway since the show debuted in 2003; it’s there he earned his nickname, the “Godfather.”
A Vermont native, Moody learned his craft at the hands of the legendary Ken Squier, co-founder of MRN and then owner of Thunder Road Speedbowl. When Squier was tapped by CBS Sports to anchor their NASCAR broadcasts, Squier selected a young Moody to replace him as the track’s public address announcer. With Squier’s blessing, Moody debuted on MRN in the 1983 Daytona 500 as a garage reporter. He worked as a turn announcer for the first time in 1987. Known for his high-energy play-by-play and distinctive voice, he became the NASCAR Cup Series lead turn announcer for MRN in 2001 and, after that, started co-anchoring in the booth for select companion events. Once he began working with MRN, Moody further developed his craft, learning from another legendary voice in NASCAR, Barney Hall.
Fans can meet Moody at Riverside on Friday (July 18) during a pre-race autograph session with him and this year’s IWK 250 celebrity driver of the Cat Car for Kids, Bubba Pollard, a North American short track racing superstar. And on Saturday (July 19), during the IWK 250 pre-race show featuring live entertainment and the cars and stars of the starting lineup for the IWK 250 presented by Steve Lewis.
During the IWK 250, Moody will do guest spots on the public address system during the event alongside track announcers Dylan Langille and Noel Fougere. Fans can listen to the public address system at the track using earbuds or headphones by downloading the TrackTune app (data charges may apply) on their smartphone; it’s free and easy and a fantastic way to add to the experience of a race at Riverside.
The IWK 250 Super Weekend kicks off Wednesday, July 16, with the new-for-’25 $5k-to-win Dash 4 Cash Pro Stock 75 and the Maritime Legends Challenge for the Cross Roads League of Legends. On Thursday, July 17, it’s sportsman and pro stock practice in the afternoon/early evening, followed by the IWK 250 Tailgate Party Presented by Coldstream Clear. Friday, July 18, will see the NAPA/Henry’s Auto Parts 100 for the Auto World MASS Sportsman Series and the Maritime Legends Challenge for the Cross Roads Legends Tour. Saturday, July 19, will see the 17th running of the $20k-to-win IWK 250 presented by Steve Lewis – the 36th “250” at Riverside. With the addition of the Dash 4 Cash, more than $178,000 is being offered in prize monies for the IWK 250 Super Weekend – making it one of the richest stock car racing events in Canada and, indeed, on the Eastern seaboard.
A complete four-day schedule is available on the IWK 250 page at www.riversidespeedway.ca.
Tickets are available at www.riversidespeedway.ca as single-day tickets or in 2-Day or 3-Day Bundles. The 2-Day bundle includes Friday and Saturday, and the 3-Day Bundle includes Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. Those purchasing a Bundle can add Tailgate Party tickets to their cart for just $10 each (regular $25). Ticket pricing, order links, and much more are available on the IWK 250 at www.riversidespeedway.ca. As part of its commitment to affordable family entertainment, kids 15 & under get free grandstand admission all year long. Single-day tickets will be available at the gate for each event.
With more than 750 campsite reservations already made for the IWK 250 Super Weekend, the Riverside camping sections are full. Anyone with a reservation who will not be using the site (at all or for a camper) is encouraged to turn it in; full refunds are being offered for a limited time. Please email your order number and cancellation request to info@riversidespeedway.ca.
Fans should stay tuned to Riverside’s website (www.riversidespeedway.ca), social media (Facebook, X, and Instagram), and sign up for the electronic newsletter (www.riversidespeedway.ca/media/newsletter) for further announcements regarding the 2025 season at Riverside.
About Riverside International Speedway:
For 56 years, Riverside International Speedway has been recognized as a premier stock racing facility in Canada. The 1/3-mile high-banked asphalt oval roars to action several times each year for special events. It is the largest outdoor entertainment venue in eastern Canada and the home of the IWK 250 – widely known throughout North America as a “bucket list” event for racers and fans alike. It also hosts the NASCAR Canada Series in its only stop on the East Coast. Located in James River, between New Glasgow and Antigonish, the facility is easily accessible at exit 30 on Trans-Canada Highway 104. For more information, please visit www.riversidespeedway.ca or call 902-863-2410 (May to September) or 902-404-7049 (October to April).
