(Stafford Springs, CT)—Stafford Motor Speedway has announced that John Maybury, longtime supporter of Stafford Speedway and head of Maybury Material Handling, has been named Grand Marshal for the 54th Annual NAPA Spring Sizzler®, set for April 25–26. Maybury will send the field of open modified cars on their way for 100-laps of ground pounding excitement with the most famous words in motorsports, ‘Drivers start your engines.’
LAKEVILLE, CT (21 MAY 2025) – When the Trans Am Memorial Day Classic returns to Lime Rock Park this weekend, it won’t just bring the thunder of American muscle. It will celebrate legacy, innovation and heart through a weekend full of racing that is sure to create countless special moments.
At the center of it all is Andy Lally, who returns to his home track in a new role as Grand Marshal and President of the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli. Lally, whose racing career began at Lime Rock 33 years ago, now comes full circle.
· Talented veteran actor co-stars with Tom Cruise in “MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – The Final Reckoning,” whose world premiere is May 14 at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival
· Former Cup Series star Kasey Kahne to serve as Honorary Pace Car Driver for race on Sunday, May 4
· Former NFL running back and University of Oklahoma star Spencer Tillman to provide pre-race invocation
· 100-year-old Iwo Jima survivor Don Graves to sing the National Anthem
FORT WORTH, Texas (APRIL 29, 2025) – Film and television actor Shea Whigham, best known for his standout roles in acclaimed projects such as “Boardwalk Empire,” “True Detective,” “Joker” and “American Hustle,” has been named the Grand Marshal for the WÜRTH 400 presented by LIQUI MOLY NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) race this Sunday, May 4, at Texas Motor Speedway (TMS).
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (March 7, 2025) – Indianapolis Colts Pro Bowl Cornerback Kenny Moore II has been named the official Grand Marshal for Round 9 of the SMX World ChampionshipTM Series and indoor stadium season of Monster Energy AMA Supercross. (more…)
HAMPTON, Ga. (Feb. 10, 2025) – Atlanta Motor Speedway announced today ZZ Top lead singer and guitarist Billy F Gibbons will be the grand marshal for the upcoming Ambetter Health 400.
RICHMOND, Va. (July 17, 2024) – Richmond Raceway announced that American icon, NASCAR Hall of Famer, Seven-Time Cup Series Champion and the winningest driver in NASCAR history “The King” Richard Petty will serve as the Grand Marshal for the Clean Harbors 250 on Saturday, Aug. 10.
(Newton, NC) Former NASCAR Cup Series Champion and 1983 ASA National Series Champion, Rusty Wallace, has been named the Grand Marshal for the ASA STARS National Tour “Tar Heel 250” at Hickory Motor Speedway. (more…)
DARLINGTON, S.C. (MAY 7, 2024) – Darlington Raceway announced today that NASCAR Hall of Famer, former team owner and crew chief Ray Evernham will serve as the Grand Marshal on Sunday for the Goodyear 400 at Darlington Raceway. The NASCAR legend will deliver the starting command for one of the most thrilling NASCAR Cup Series races of the season, which culminates The Official Throwback Weekend of NASCAR at the Track Too Tough to Tame.
DARLINGTON, S.C. (May 8, 2024) – Darlington Raceway announced today that former NASCAR Cup Series driver Geoff Bodine will serve as the Grand Marshal for Saturday’s Darlington Raceway Throwback Parade. Bodine will lead the annual parade of NASCAR’s Official Throwback Weekend, accompanied by a host of local dignitaries, vintage race cars and nostalgic floats. (more…)
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., May 1, 2024 – The Greenwich Concours d’Elegance, an annual enthusiast motoring event, features a meticulously curated selection of vehicles, embodying the pinnacle of automotive design and engineering from May 31st to June 2nd in Greenwich, Connecticut. Showcasing rare classics, iconic sports cars, attendees are invited to enjoy an elegant and immersive experience celebrating automotive history. (more…)
