THE $100,00 GLEN HELEN MOTOFEST STARTS ON THURSDAY FOR PROS & AMATEURS

The Glen Helen MotoFest, presented by Troy Lee Designs, returns for its second edition from May 14 to 17, 2026, promising four days of intense racing action for both professional and amateur riders. Positioned just before the start of the Outdoor Pro Motocross Nationals, the event boasts the largest prize purse in motocross, attracting elite competitors and providing a festival atmosphere with entertainment suitable for the whole family. This high-profile gathering at Glen Helen Raceway is set to mark the official launch of the 2026 pro motocross season in spectacular fashion. The event’s schedule begins on Thursday with practice sessions segmented by skill level, a traditional day when factory riders fine-tune their outdoor settings ahead of the national series. Friday features further pro practice in the morning, followed by the $30,000 Stopwatch National races and the opening round of the National Grand Prix Championship (NGPC) on the challenging 8-mile cross-country course. The day concludes with the thrilling Baja Drags, where riders tackle steep hills and a fast, technical downhill section, demanding both power and nerve. Saturday’s programme is packed with NGPC races interspersed with the $70,000 Motofest 250/450 Pro showcase, which includes two motos highlighting top-tier competition. Additionally, dual-sport enthusiasts will participate in the Troy Lee “Great Escape Dual-Sport ride,” while evening events feature the AME Minicross and the Hell On Wheels Hillclimb, an adrenaline-fuelled contest up Mt. St. Helens on unconventional bikes. The festival wraps up on Sunday with the final NGPC races, rounding off a weekend of diverse and demanding competitions. For those unable to attend in person, the entire event will be live-streamed on Dirt Bike Magazine’s YouTube channel, ensuring fans worldwide can follow the action. With such a comprehensive and dynamic schedule, the Glen Helen MotoFest not only serves as a critical prelude to the national motocross season but also highlights the sport’s growing appeal across different rider categories and disciplines. Further details and registration information are available on the Glen Helen Raceway website.