Martinsville Speedway will once again host a Holiday Run Festival on Saturday, Dec. 6, the same day as the annual Christmas Track Laps for Toy Drive event at the famed short track.
The Holiday Run Festival will feature the Southside 10K run and 5K run or walk, with a portion of each entry fee going directly towards the toy drive’s fundraising efforts, benefiting Grace Network of Martinsville and Henry County. This will be the 31st year Martinsville Speedway has hosted the toy drive giving fans the opportunity to drive around the historic half-mile by donating to the cause.
“The Annual Christmas Toy Drive is such an important event here in our community, bringing everyone together to support those throughout the Martinsville Henry-County and beyond during the holiday season,” said Clay Campbell, Martinsville Speedway President. “Grace Network has been an essential part of this fundraiser, that truly keeps growing every year. It’s a testament to the ability this place has to bring people together, and everything Martinsville Speedway represents.”
Those in the greater Martinsville region can start their morning with the Youth in Motion 5K, beginning at 9 a.m., or the Southside 10K, beginning at 10 a.m., then swap out their tennis shoes for tires during the track laps event at the speedway from 5 – 7 p.m. Community members can donate an unwrapped toy or $25 for the opportunity to drive laps around the iconic Virginia track in their personal vehicles.
Those in attendance can enjoy an evening filled with festive fun with a Martinsville Speedway twist. Fans can grab a famous Martinsville Hot Dog and top off their meal with Christmas cookies available at the Hot Dog Stand. Afterwards, families and friends can head on over to Victory Lane for a picture with Santa ahead of the holiday season.
The donated toys and monetary donations will be distributed to area children through Grace Network of Martinsville and Henry County, which is a faith-based, first-stop center for resources for families in crisis. The organization supports those in the community who need support to keep a roof over their heads, homes warm and lighted, and food on the table with short-term assistance and long-term solutions. To learn more about the Grace Network of Martinsville and Henry County, visit gracenetworkmhc.org.
Sponsors for Track Laps for Toy Drive include Brightspeed, Lester Group, Bassett Furniture, AEP, Patrick & Henry Community College, Lawless Welding, Sarver Properties & Cleaning, all of whom are dedicated members of the community helping to support the event.
For laps around the track, drivers must sign waivers and be 18 years of age or older with a valid state-issued driver’s license. All participants must adhere to Virginia state laws regarding the usage of seat belts and child safety restraints.
For more information on the Toy Drive for Track Laps event, or details on the 2026 racing season at Martinsville Speedway, please visit martinsvillespeedway.com.
