ELKO NEW MARKET, Minn. — The ARCA Menards Series races at Elko Speedway on Saturday, June 21, 2025, for the Shore Lunch 250 presented by Dutch Boy Paints, the eighth race of the 2025 season.
The event at the 0.375-mile paved oval in Elko New Market, Minnesota, features 24 drivers, including points leader Brenden Queen, Lavar Scott, and Lawless Alan, all within seven points in the championship chase. William Sawalich, the 2024 winner, returns to his home track with Joe Gibbs Racing, while Max Reaves, undefeated in ARCA East this season, makes his second national series start.
The high-banked short track, known for tight racing, hosts the 250-lap (93.75-mile) event. Practice sessions run at 4:40 p.m. and 5:10 p.m. EDT, with qualifying at 6:20 p.m. The race starts at 9 p.m. EDT (8 p.m. CDT). A late-race battle last year saw Sawalich edge Scott by 0.011 seconds in a photo finish, promising another thrilling showdown.
Fans can watch the race live on FS2 at 9 p.m. EDT, with streaming on FloRacing and the FloSports App for subscribers, offering replays and highlights. Motor Racing Network (MRN) and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio (Channel 90) provide audio coverage starting at 9 p.m. Live timing and scoring are available on racecontrol.arcaracing.com, with updates on @ARCA_Racing social media.
Gates open at 3 p.m. CDT, with an autograph session at 7:30 p.m. featuring drivers like Isabella Robusto, who finished fourth here last year, and local debutant Ty Fredrickson. Tickets are available at elkospeedway.com, with free admission for kids 12 and under in select grandstand sections. Free parking and carry-ins are permitted, and concessions are available. Camping is sold out, but the nearby KOA campground offers alternatives.
Weather forecasts predict partly cloudy skies with a high of 81°F and a 3% chance of rain at race start, ensuring ideal conditions. A recent Venturini Motorsports hauler fire may affect their No. 55 team’s participation, but the 24-car field guarantees a full grid. For the latest entry list and updates, visit arcaracing.com.
It’s ARCA Menards Series racing time!
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