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American Speed Festival – A Celebration of Speed, Style and Spirit
The American Speed Festival is a spectacular tribute to the power, precision, and passion of motorsports. Set against the backdrop of the M1 Circuit and private garage community, this multi-day festival brings together legendary race cars, celebrated drivers, and the next generation of automotive innovation.
With something for the entire family, there is no other event in the country where you can get this close to historic and modern race cars, rare classics, and groundbreaking prototypes. Feel the roar as cars take to the track for high-speed demonstration runs, stroll the paddock to inspect every detail, and meet the drivers and engineers behind the machines.
This year, M1 welcomes the two-time winner of the Indianapolis 500, racing legend, Al Unser, Jr., who will be celebrated as the 2025 Master of Motorsports award recipient.
From heritage displays and interactive exhibits to gourmet food, kid’s activities, and live entertainment, American Speed Festival is a dynamic blend of nostalgia and performance that captures the heart of automotive culture. Don’t just watch history—experience it in motion.
Exclusive Access & Iconic Cars
Only at M1 Conourse
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DATE:
October
03
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05
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2025
2025-10-03 10:00
10/3/2025
10:00 am
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5:00 pm
LOCATION:
45399 Woodward Avenue Pontiac, MI 48341
Parking:
Parking Off-Site
american speed festival challenge
Want to Compete?
The American Speed Festival Challenge is a series of exciting races where drivers compete against the clock on the 1.5-mile M1 Circuit. Open to any experienced, high-performance driver, competitors will provide their own car for competition and must pass tech inspection.
Divisions include the Stiletto Shootout (women) and the ASF Cup (open class). The drivers with the fastest times over the two days of racing will be honored at Sunday’s podium trophy award ceremony.
discover What's at American speed festival
Dine & Drive
October 3
Participants start the day at the M1 Concourse Event Center for a continental breakfast and presentation of the current updates to the M1 venue. After which, they will embark on a guided tour through scenic Oakland County, enjoying picturesque routes in their personal vehicles. The drive continues to the FED restaurant for a curated menu and chef presentation. Following lunch, guests travel to view an incredible private car collection.
The fun continues with a return drive to M1 Concourse for a parade lap on the M1 Circuit, followed by drinks and martinis while enjoying a wine sommelier and cigar rolling presentation.
Garage Reveal
October 3
The American Speed Festival Garage Reveal is a highly anticipated, once-a-year event held at M1 Concourse in Pontiac, Michigan. Scheduled for Friday, October 3, this exclusive evening offers attendees a rare opportunity to explore select private garages that are typically closed to the public. These garages house some of the most impressive and unique car collections in the region, featuring rare and iconic vehicles, along with distinctive architectural designs and automotive memorabilia.
Exhibition Laps
October 4 & 5
Whether you're a lifelong gearhead or new to the automotive world, the festival offers an up-close experience with some of the most historically significant and cutting-edge performance vehicles ever built. Hear and feel the action as both modern and historic racing vehicles display their performance on the M1 Circuit.
Timed Races
October 4 & 5
From modern hypercars to dedicated race cars, drivers push their limits and compete to set the lap record over two days of intense driving. New this year M1 will host the following:
ASF Cup – Open competition between the best racers and cars
Stiletto Shootout – All women motorsport competition
LROC Invitational – Professional women racers compete in identical radical race cars
An Evening of Impact
October 4
The Checkered Flag Ball takes place annually during American Speed Festival to raise funds for the Pontiac Community Foundation through M1 Mobility, providing rides to almost 20,000 people in need. Rides include transportation we might take for granted – a trip to the grocery store, a visit to a medical appointment, as well as after-school and educational programs, etc.
Each year, the Ball gets bigger and better! In 2024, we honored “The King” of NASCAR racing, Richard Petty, with the Master of Motorsports Award. in 2025, we'll honor 2-time Indianapolis 500 winner Al Unser, Jr.
ladies race of champions
Get ready for high-octane excitement as five of the top professional women in motorsports go head-to-head in a thrilling timed competition on the M1 Circuit.
Behind the wheel of five identical Radical race cars, these elite drivers will push the limits in two intense sessions each day on October 4 and 5. Precision, speed, and strategy will define the battle, with the driver posting the lowest combined best lap times over both days earning the coveted title of 2025 LROC Champion. Don’t miss this groundbreaking showcase of talent, performance, and fierce competition!
LROC Invitational – 5 professional women drivers compete in the M1 Radical race cars.
Pippa Mann
- 7 time competitor at the Indy 500
- 5 time competitor at the Nurburgring 24 Hour race, including 3 podium finishes, 1 fastest lap in class, and 2 fastest laps in car
- Top 5 finisher in the Indy Nxt Championship, including 1 race win, 2 podiums, 3 poles
- First women to win a pole position at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
- Driving coach and co-driver in various American and European series for Pro-Am classes
Loni Unser
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- Winner of the 2023 World Racing League National Championship in GP1
- Third place in the Porsche Sprint Challenge in 2024
- Currently competing in Porsche Sprint Challenge in 2025, 4 podiums in 2025 so far
- Fastest Porsche at Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in 2025
- Instructor for BMW Performance Driving School and AMG Driving Academy
Megan Meyer
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- Winner of the 2023 World Racing League National Championship in GP1
- Third place in the Porsche Sprint Challenge in 2024
- Currently competing in Porsche Sprint Challenge in 2025, 4 podiums in 2025 so far
- Fastest Porsche at Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in 2025
- Instructor for BMW Performance Driving School and AMG Driving Academy
Taylor Ferns
- First Female to Win 500 Sprint Car Tour Race
- First Female to Podium in USAC Silver Crown History
- USAC D1 Midget Champion
- Law Degree (J.D.) from Wayne State University Law School
- Founder of The Safety Bank
Laura Hayes
- Winner of the Mazda MX5 Cup Women’s Initiative Scholarship to compete in the series in 2022
- WRL GTO Champion with Thunder Bunny Racing in 2023
- Winner of GT4 Yokohama Trophy at Pikes Peak in 2024, new record for fastest woman ever up the Mountain
- First female Athlete to complete an officially timed sub 10 minute run up the Mountain - showcased in Apple TV Documentary
- Currently competing in GT4 America with Thunder Bunny Racing - 2 podiums on the season so far
Celebrate Speed, Style and Spirit
Get your tickets for this one-of-a-kind event.
general admission
Sunday, October 5
- Paddock
- Plaza Display Area
- Pavilion Square - Food Trucks, Merchandise, Kids Zone
- Panel Discussions
- Speed Ring
- Complimentary shuttle from designated parking lot
CLUB M1 VIP
Sunday, October 5
- Includes everything in General Admission Ticket plus:
- On-site parking in the M1-South Lot (see map for reference)
- Catered food and drink throughout the day
- Second-level views from the Senna Skydeck
Dine & Drive Tour
- Morning Continental breakfast
- Drive on a guided sightseeing tour through scenic Oakland County
- Lunch at the FED in Clarkston with presentation by the Chef
- Depart to visit and view a premium personal car collection
- Return to M1 Concourse for a lap parade on the M1 Circuit and to enjoy a full bar and Martinis
Wine sommelier presentation in the Rapid room - Meet on the Senna Sky lounge to enjoy cigars and a rolling presentation presented by City Smoke
garage reveal
- On-site parking at the Event Center
- Includes hor d'oeuvres, dinner & crafted cocktails
- Take an exclusive tour of the private spaces within the Concourse, viewing the remarkable collections they hold
- Surround yourself with rare and iconic vehicles while mingling with their owners and fellow enthusiasts
- Transportation to the garage community from the Event Center
Marriott
3600 Centerpoint Parkway, Pontiac USA Michigan 48341
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parking information
Woodward lot | gate 1
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Main Lot
Signed Deliveries
General Visitors
south lot | walkthrough gate 2
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Special Events
Pavilion Lot | Gate 1
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Pavilion Events
Paddock Lot | Gate 2
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Regular Activities
Private Garages | Gate 3
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Private Garage Access
Owners and Invite Only
administrative offices | gate 4
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Admin Use Only
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