BROOKLYN, MICH. – If you've ever wanted to get a lap in at Michigan International Speedway, now is your chance.

The track will host the 17^th annual MIS Cares Charity Track and Toy Drive event on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 9 a.m. to noon. Fans are encouraged to donate a non-perishable food item or a new, unwrapped toy in exchange for a drive around the track in their personal vehicle.

Donations from this event go to support local charities, including St. Mary’s of Good Counsel Parish Food Pantry, Jackson County Toys for Tots, and Lenawee County Toys for Tots.

“We’re ready to kick off the holiday season in just a few weeks and the MIS Cares Charity Track and Toy Drive is the perfect event to start spreading holiday cheer,” said Joe Fowler, Michigan International Speedway President. “It’s important to give back to the community and to play a role in helping make the upcoming holidays special for families in the Irish Hills is what it’s all about.”

Guidelines for participants running laps at the track include:
— Speed limit of 65 MPH
— No passing allowed
— Valid driver’s license required
— Must be age 18 or older.
— Must be properly insured (and able to show proof of insurance)
— No burnouts allowed anywhere on property.
— Drivers are responsible for ensuring all passengers are properly restrained.
— Must maintain the speed of your group. 
— Must stay above yellow line
— Street legal passenger vehicles are allowed, but no RV’s, motorcycles, or tractor trailers.
— For safety reasons, Michigan International Speedway officials may refuse track access at their discretion.
— Those attending can access the event via US-12 entrance.
— If weather prevents driving on the track, make-up date will be scheduled.
 

Nite Lites

Another upcoming event at MIS is Nite Lites, which is also Michigan’s largest Christmas Light display

This event will be held at MIS from Nov. 21 through Jan. 4. Hours for this 5-mile drive-thru display are 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. from Sunday to Thursday; and 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays. 

Cost to attend is $35 per car/vehicle, while limos, motorhomes and minibuses are $50 each, and tour buses are $100. Cash and credit cards are accepted, and you can visit www.nitelitesshow.com for more information.

Looking ahead to 2026, fans can purchase tickets for the 2026 NASCAR race weekend at Michigan International Speedway at www.mispeedway.com.