Reading Fairgrounds

Reading, PA, USA

← All Tracks
2
Total Races
2
Years Active
0.5 mi
Track Length
Track Information Short Track dirt
First Race
1958
Last Race
1959
Total Races
2
Years Active
2

Length
0.5 mi
Type
short
Surface
dirt

Race Winners (1958-1959)

Reading Fairgrounds has crowned 1 different Cup Series winner since 1958.

Year Race Winner
1959 100 Miles at Reading Fairgrounds Junior Johnson
1958 100 Miles at Reading Fairgrounds Junior Johnson

Race Dynamics

Short Track

Short tracks feature close-quarters racing with higher caution rates. Aggressive drivers and bump-and-run tactics thrive here. Strong restarts and late-race speed are essential. Track-specific history matters more here than at any other track type.

Top Rated Drivers at Reading Fairgrounds

No NR-Rating driver data available for this track yet.

Similar Tracks

Track similarity data not yet available.

Nearby Tracks

Tracks in the same region as Reading Fairgrounds, sorted by total Cup Series races hosted.

Name Races
Daytona International Speedway 160
Martinsville Speedway 154
Richmond Raceway 136
Bristol Motor Speedway 130
Darlington Raceway 130
Charlotte Motor Speedway 129
EchoPark Speedway 123
Talladega Superspeedway 113
Michigan International Speedway 108
Dover Motor Speedway 107
North Wilkesboro Speedway 93
Pocono Raceway 92
Rockingham Speedway 78
Phoenix Raceway 60
New Hampshire Motor Speedway 54

Explore More

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Reading Fairgrounds?
Reading Fairgrounds is a 0.5-mile short with a dirt surface.
How many NASCAR races have been held at Reading Fairgrounds?
Reading Fairgrounds has hosted 2 NASCAR Cup Series races from 1958 to 1959.
When was the first NASCAR race at Reading Fairgrounds?
The first NASCAR Cup Series race at Reading Fairgrounds was held in 1958.
Who has the most wins at Reading Fairgrounds?
Junior Johnson has the most wins at Reading Fairgrounds with 2 victories since 1958. Last win: 1959.
Is Reading Fairgrounds on the 2026 NASCAR schedule?
No. Reading Fairgrounds is not on the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series schedule.
What type of track is Reading Fairgrounds?
Reading Fairgrounds is a short. Short tracks are under 1 mile, featuring close-quarters, contact-heavy racing.