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James River, Nova Scotia
IWK 250 Central
The IWK 250 is a bucket-list event for racers and racing fans all over North America. With a foundation on the iconic '250' at Riverside, first held in 1977, the IWK 250 brand started in 2007 and has grown to become more than a race - it's an event!
Wednesday July 15
Thursday July 16
Friday July 17
Saturday July 18
Provisional Entry Lists
based on entry forms received to-date
Racer Registration
Admission Prices & Options
Wednesday, July 15 / Dash 4 Cash & Piccott Care Legends
- Adult (16+): $30 GA, $35 reserved* bench, $45 reserved* premium
- 15 & under: GA – free*, $15 reserved** bench, $45 reserved** premium
- Pit: $45.00, must be 19+ or have a valid Minor Access to Pit card.
A special Pit Pass rate for competitors is available with advance event registration; quantity per team is limited.
Thursday, July 16 / Practice
- Grandstand – FREE
- Car Registration – $25, car only
- Pit – $15, must be 19 or older
Thursday practice tickets are available with practice registration or at the gate.
Thursday, July 16 / Tailgate Party (All General Admission)
- Licensed Area (19+) Tickets / LIMITED CAPACITY
- $25.00 (no age ID, no entry – if requested)
- Grandstand / Available at the Gate Only
- Adult (16+) – $10.00; 15 & under – free
Tailgate Party Licensed Area tickets are available for $10 when purchased online with a 2-Day or 3-Day Bundle
Friday, July 17 / NAPA/Henry’s AUTOPRO Sportsman 100 & Maritime Legends Challenge
- Adult (16+): $30 GA, $35 reserved* bench, $45 reserved* premium
- 15 & under: GA – free*, $15 reserved** bench, $45 reserved** premium
- Pit: $45, must be 19+ or have a valid Minor Access to Pit card
A special Pit Pass rate for competitors is available with advance event registration; quantity per team is limited.
Saturday, July 18 / IWK 250 Presented by Steve Lewis
- Adult (16+): $50 GA, $55 reserved* bench, $65 reserved* premium
- 15 & under: GA – free*, $25 reserved** bench, $65 reserved** premium
- Pit: $65, must be 19+ or have a valid Minor Access to Pit card
A special Pit Pass rate for competitors is available with advance event registration; quantity per team is limited.
*Free tickets are available at the gate only; youth must be present and accompanied by an adult; age verification may be required. **Reserved available in advance only.
*Anyone 18 & under planning to enter the Pit/Infield MUST complete a Minor Access to Pit application at least 14 days before the event; no exceptions to the timeframe and no exceptions at the gate. Please note that pit entry is intended for race team members only.
HST is included in ticket prices. A $5.00 service charge will be applied to online orders. Prices are subject to change. Capacity is limited for all events; advance ticket purchase is recommended to avoid disappointment.
2-Day Bundle (includes Friday & Saturday)
- Adult (16+): $75 GA, $85 reserved* bench, $95 reserved* premium
- 15 & under: GA – free*, $40 reserved** bench, $95 reserved** premium
- Pit: $95 (must be 19+ or have a valid Minor Access to Pit card, issued by Riverside) PIT BUNDLES NOT AVAILABLE AT THE GATE
BUNDLE BONUS: Tailgate Party Licensed Area tickets are available for $10 when purchased with a 2-Day or 3-Day Bundle (will be offered during online checkout)
3-Day Bundle (includes racing on Wednesday/Friday/Saturday)
- Adult (16+): $95 GA, $110 reserved* bench, $125 reserved* premium
- 15 & under: GA – free*, $45 reserved** bench, $125 reserved** premium
- Pit: $125 (must be 19+ or have a valid Riverside Minor Access to Pit card) PIT BUNDLES NOT AVAILABLE AT THE GATE
BUNDLE BONUS: Tailgate Party Licensed Area tickets are available for $10 when purchased with a 2-Day or 3-Day Bundle (will be offered during online checkout)
*Free tickets are available at the gate only, youth must be present and accompanied by an adult; age verification may be required. **Reserved available in advance only.
*Anyone 18 & under planning to enter the Pit/Infield MUST complete a Minor Access to Pit application at least seven (7) days before the event; no exceptions to the timeframe and no exceptions at the gate. Please note pit entry is intended for race team members only.
HST is included in ticket prices. Online orders are subject to a $5.00 per order service charge. Prices are subject to change. Capacity is limited for all events; advance ticket purchase is recommended to avoid disappointment.
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Camping
Reservations are required in advance for all overnight camping at Riverside on the IWK 250 weekend. Use the link below to access our interactive reservation system where you can pick your site and process the reservation online. If not familiar with our facility, it would be helpful to view the Site Map first so you’re aware of the camping section locations. Tent sites are located in sections A, C, and E (indicated with a ‘T’ in the site number). Renewals are offered to those who had campsites the previous year before they become available for new reservations.
Camping check-in opens at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 15 – be sure to have your reservation, proof of insurance, and ID ready. Our reservation system is online and interactive – you can pick your site and process it in real time.
OHVs & Golf Carts
All OHV/Golf Cart use on RIS property requires an OHV permit, the application form is at the following link…