Brainerd International Raceway has announced plans to transform its iconic Zoo Campground into “The Pond,” a new waterfront venue featuring dockside experiences, waterski shows, and even guided underwater tours—bringing a bold, year-round vision to life at BIR.

Multi-Discipline Motorsports Festival Featuring Drifting, HPDE and Autocross set for June 5–7 and September 11–13, 2026  Brainerd, MN — Brainerd International Raceway (BIR), one of the Midwest’s premier motorsports facilities, will introduce a new chapter in 2026 with the launch of Octane Autofest — a multi-discipline motorsports festival featuring drifting, High Performance Driving Experience (HPDE), autocross, live music and festival camping.   The inaugural Octane Autofest takes place June...

X Racing will bring its Sunday Funday Snowmobile Racing Series to Brainerd International Raceway (BIR) in 2026, adding a winter racing program focused on accessibility, community, and fun at one of Minnesota’s most iconic motorsports venues.