There should be spooctacular racing at the Penticton Speedway on Oct. 29.
Hit to pass boat and trailer races, hornets, streetstocks and late models will provide the entertainment, starting at 2 p.m. for Halloween Day of Destruction.
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“This is always a big event for us,” said Speedway owner Johnny Aantjes.
Aantjes expects the full lineup to provide great family entertainment. Spectators are encouraged to come in costume for a chance to win cash and prizes. Hit to pass vehicles will also be decorated. Aantjes said kids love the Halloween portion, especially as they dress up to watch the action. Candies are tossed into the crowd and Aantjes said there is a different feel, but it’s a lot of fun. What Aantjes remembers about last year’s event is that the driver give extra.
“It’s the last race. They don’t hold anything back,” he said. “It’s a pretty exciting race.”
The tight standings in the Late Models class has Tim Graham leading Mark Berriau by two points. He has a 19-point lead on Joe Cornett-Ching, who is in third.
Sunday will also be the last time Alan Thom will be in the announcers booth after 13 years. Aantjes said they are going to remember all the years of dedication and service he has given to the racers of the track.
“He gave stability to the announcing job at the race track. He loves racing,” said Aantjes. “He’s done a really good job. I think there were a lot of times that were good with Alan being at the race track. Some of the things that I always appreciated is how enthused he gets when there is a spectacular crash, or something that is going on. He relives it like a lot of the drivers do.”
The weather is expected to be good with Environment Canada forecasting a cool 9 degrees, but with sun. Aantjes said people should dress ward, but also arrive early. The final race typically sells out, which also makes parking tough.