The Great Rat Race - Hawaii Raceway Park

For 42 years, Hawaii Raceway Park was the heart of high-speed thrills in Ewa Beach and beyond. Opened in 1962, this 66-acre racing venue was the place to be for anyone with a need for speed, drawing both professional and amateur racers from around the world. Whether you were into funny cars, stock cars, dragsters, or even motocross and BMX, Hawaii Raceway Park had something for everyone.

Over the decades, the park became a hotspot for adrenaline-pumping events. The ¼ mile racing track and drag strip were designed for maximum excitement, with engines roaring and tires screeching as drivers raced for the finish line. But it wasn’t just cars—the park also offered motocross and BMX racing, making it a diverse venue for fans of all kinds of motorsports.

Unfortunately, after 42 years of roaring engines and high-speed competition, Hawaii Raceway Park was shut down in 2006, leaving a gap in the racing community that’s still felt today. Though the track is no longer in operation, the memories of those legendary races live on, and the legacy of the park continues to inspire future generations of motorsports enthusiasts.

For anyone who had the chance to witness the excitement firsthand, Hawaii Raceway Park will always be remembered as a place where the spirit of racing truly came alive in the heart of Hawaii.

Rev your engines, and here's to the iconic Hawaii Raceway Park—forever a part of racing history!