Firebird Desert Open

About this event

Big air. Big jumps. Bumper-to-bumper battles on every lap. At the Firebird Desert Open, CORR short-course racing puts you close enough to feel the roar – and with pit access included on every general admission ticket, you can walk the paddock, see the machines up close and meet the drivers.

Your Weekend Includes:

• The big trucks are back – Pro 2 and Pro Buggy return to Firebird for the first time in 5+ years

• Firebird debut – Pro Spec trucks race at Firebird for the first time ever

• Non-stop action – 15+ classes, from Youth SxS to Pro 2 trucks

• Pit access included with every GA ticket

• Free general parking with every GA ticket

• Kids 5 & under FREE with a paid adult

• Midway vendors, food & drinks for all ages

• Camp on site – GA dry camping with 2 weekend GA passes included (Turn 1 VIP spaces are sold out)

Casual fan or hardcore off-roader, the season opener is a great weekend for the whole family.

About the Event

Hours & Schedule

Tickets & Admission

VIP Experiences

Seating & Viewing

Camping & Parking

About the Event

Weekend GA from $40 · Single Day GA from $20 Weekend GA from $50 · Single Day GA from $25 Weekend GA $60 · Single Day GA $35 at the gate

The Firebird Desert Open is Rounds 1 & 2 of the 2026–27 CORR championship and CORR’s fifth year racing at Firebird. This year the pro field gets bigger: Pro 2 trucks and Pro Buggies return to Firebird for the first time in more than five years , and the Pro Spec trucks make their Firebird debut . They join the Pro Lites, SR1 and the fastest SxS in the country.

Friday is practice and qualifying. Saturday and Sunday are full days of racing, with the pro classes taking over every afternoon.

Classes racing this weekend: Pro 2 · Pro Buggy · Pro Lite · Pro Spec · SR1 · Pro SxS · Pro NA · Pro Modified SxS · Pro Modified NA · Pro-Am Limited · Pro-Am Modified · Sportsman SxS · 1000 Restricted · Youth NA · 570 Modified · 200 Limited · 170 Limited · 170 Modified

Hours & Schedule

Fan Midway opens 10:00 AM · Pro racing 1:45 PM · Gates open 6:00 AM for early birds

Friday is practice and qualifying. Saturday and Sunday run the same schedule: Youth and Amateur classes in the morning, Sportsman and Pro-Am through midday, and the pro classes take over after the live National Anthem at 1:45 PM. Plan to be in your seat by 1:30.

Download the Race Fan Schedule (PDF)

Friday, Nov 20 – Practice & Qualifying (Weekend Pass)

6:00 AM Gates open

7:30 AM Practice – all classes, pros first

12:30 PM Qualifying – every class sets the grid for Saturday

4:45 PM Qualifying ends

Friday is a relaxed day to walk the pits, watch drivers dial in their machines and see every class turn laps. Friday admission is included with any Weekend Pass.

6:30 PM

Live entertainment

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Saturday, Nov 21 – Round 1 Racing

Gates open 6:00 AM · Fan Midway, food & vendors open 10:00 AM

Morning Session – Youth & Amateur (7:40 – 10:15 AM)

Catch the next generation of CORR racers. Short, action-packed heats back to back.

7:40 AM National Anthem

7:55 AM 570 Modified, 200 Limited, 1000 Restricted, 170 Limited, Youth NA, 170 Modified

10:00 AM Fan Midway, food & vendors open

10:15 AM Intermission

Midday Session – Sportsman & Pro-Am (10:45 AM – 1:15 PM)

The field gets faster. Sportsman, Pro-Am and the naturally aspirated pro SxS classes.

10:45 AM Sportsman SxS

11:15 AM Pro-Am Limited

11:45 AM Pro NA

12:15 PM Pro-Am Modified

12:45 PM Pro Modified NA

1:15 PM Intermission

The Main Event – Pro Classes (1:45 – 5:00 PM)

The big trucks are back. Pro 2 and Pro Buggy return to Firebird for the first time in five years, and Pro Spec makes its Firebird debut.

1:45 PM Live National Anthem & pre-race ceremonies

2:00 PM SR1

2:30 PM Pro Modified SxS

3:00 PM Pro Buggy

3:30 PM Pro Lite / Pro Spec

4:00 PM Pro SxS

4:30 PM Pro 2

5:00 PM Checkered flag

Sunday, Nov 22 – Round 2 Racing

Same schedule as Saturday. Gates open 6:00 AM, the Fan Midway opens at 10:00 AM, pro racing begins after the 1:45 PM live National Anthem, and the checkered flag flies at 5:00 PM.

Schedule subject to change. Final times will be posted race week.

Tickets & Admission

Buy early and save – Earlybird pricing ends Sunday night, October 18.

After that, Advance pricing applies until race weekend. Tickets bought at the gate cost the most.

Buy online and save – Advance tickets cost less than at the gate.

Advance pricing runs until gates open Friday, November 20. Tickets bought at the gate cost the most.

Tickets are available at the gate.

Single Day – Saturday or Sunday

Ticket Earlybird Advance Gate

Adult GA (13+) $20 $25 $35

Child GA (6–12) $10 $15 $25

2-Pack Special (any age) $35 $40 Online only

Family 4-Pack (2 adults + 2 kids 6–12) $55 $65 Online only

Kids 5 & Under FREE with paid adult FREE with paid adult FREE with paid adult

Weekend – Friday, Saturday & Sunday

Ticket Earlybird Advance Gate

Adult GA Weekend (13+) $40 $50 $60

Child GA Weekend (6–12) $30 $40 $50

2-Pack Special Weekend (any age) $69 $79 Online only

Family 4-Pack Weekend (2 adults + 2 kids 6–12) $99 $129 Online only

Every GA ticket includes general parking and pit access. 2-Packs and Family 4-Packs are issued as one ticket with one fee – the best value for groups. Online only; not sold at the gate.

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VIP Experiences

Trackside VIP Hospitality – Saturday or Sunday

$179 Advance · $209 Gate (per person)

Make race day an upgrade. Relax in a shaded, private hospitality tent right next to the grandstand, with your own reserved seat and a trackside view of the action.

Includes:

• One reserved seat + event admission for the selected day

• Food buffet

• Private bar (drinks available for purchase)

• Complimentary water

• Private restrooms

• Trackside viewing

General parking is free; VIP Preferred Parking can be added online (see Camping & Parking). Tickets bought on the same order are seated together. Children 2 and older need their own ticket; children under 2 are free on an adult’s lap. Wristbands are non-transferable once redeemed.

Grandstand VIP Box Suites – Saturday & Sunday

$5,000 per box · 20 guests ($250 per person) · Only 2 boxes left

The best view at Firebird, for your team, clients or crew. Each private, tented box sits at the top of the main grandstand and seats 20, with three rows of bleacher seating plus high-top tables, and looks out over the entire track. Includes event admission, snacks, catered lunch, pay bar access, private restrooms and 10 VIP Preferred Parking passes.

Boxes are sold as a full box of 20 and only 2 remain. To book, email sales@corracing.com .

Seating & Viewing

Included with GA admission

General admission includes a seat in the grandstand. It’s provided, so there’s no need to bring chairs. For the best view, step up to Trackside VIP Hospitality or a Grandstand VIP Box Suite.

Your GA ticket also includes pit access – walk the paddock, check out the race machines and meet the drivers between sessions.

Camping & Parking

General Parking

FREE with every GA ticket

VIP Preferred Parking

Single Day: $25 Earlybird · $35 Advance

Weekend: $50 Earlybird · $60 Advance

Reserved parking closer to the grandstands and VIP hospitality. Event admission sold separately. Online only.

Turn 1 VIP RV/Camping – Weekend SOLD OUT

SOLD OUT – all 16 spaces are gone

Camp right at Turn 1 with a great view of the action! Your reserved 20′ x 40′ dry camping space (no hookups) includes 2 weekend GA passes . Additional support vehicle passes are $25 each. Check in at Gate 1 starting Thursday at 10:00 AM; all campers must arrive by Friday at 8:00 PM. Turn 1 is sold out for this event – GA Dry Camping below still has sites available.

Spectator camping only. This area may not be used as a racer pit or paddock – race vehicles, race trailers and pit operations are not permitted.

GA Dry Camping – Weekend

$110 Earlybird · $135 Advance · Only 50 sites

20′ x 40′ dry campsite (no hookups) with 2 weekend GA passes included . Located just outside the event area. Check in at Gate 1 starting Thursday at 10:00 AM.

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FAQ

Are kids free?

Kids 5 & under get in free with a paid adult. Kids 6–12 get discounted child tickets.

Is parking included?

Yes – general parking is free with every GA ticket.

Do I get pit access?

Yes – every GA ticket includes pit access.

Can I buy at the gate?

Yes, but you’ll pay more. 2-Packs, Family 4-Packs, VIP parking and camping are online only.

When does Earlybird pricing end?

Sunday night, October 18. Prices go up after that.

Do I need to bring chairs?

No – grandstand seating is provided.

Can I bring alcohol?

No. Outside alcohol isn’t allowed in the event area.

Are pets allowed?

No. Pets aren’t allowed at the event.

What should I bring?

Sunscreen, water, a hat and ear protection.

How do I get event updates?

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