The American Nostalgia Racing Association (ANRA) heads back to Famoso Dragstrip this weekend for the Fall Nationals, one of the highlights of the nostalgia drag racing season. With cooler autumn air and a strong field of racers expected, the event promises side-by-side quarter-mile action in true vintage style.
Plenty of Racing Still Ahead
While not the season finale, the Fall Nationals carry plenty of weight. Drivers are fine-tuning their combinations, chasing wins, and setting the tone for the races still to come on the ANRA schedule. Fans can expect hungry racers, close competition, and some of the best nostalgia racing anywhere.
Classes on the Card
The event lineup will showcase ANRA’s wide range of nostalgia categories, including:
- Nostalgia Eliminator 1, 2, and 3 – dragsters and altereds running on tough index numbers.
- A/Gas through E/Gas – classic doorslammers that always thrill with wheels-up launches.
- Sportsman, Open Wheel, and Hot Rod – diverse fields where consistency and craft matter most.
What to Watch
Veteran ANRA racers and fresh challengers will fill the lanes, bringing everything from Willys coupes to blown dragsters. Wheelstands, burnouts, and parachutes at the top end are guaranteed to keep the fans buzzing throughout the weekend.
Nostalgia at Its Best
Famoso Dragstrip, long regarded as one of drag racing’s most historic stages, sets the perfect backdrop for the event. The ANRA Fall Nationals combine grassroots accessibility with big-time nostalgia action, making it a can’t-miss stop for racers and fans alike.
This story was originally published on October 2, 2025. 
