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ANDERSON, Ind: After making significant strides to close out its inaugural NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series season at Phoenix (Ariz.) Raceway last November, Greg Van Alst Motorsports ramped up its offseason efforts in preparation for the start of the 2026 season at Daytona (Fla.). International Speedway on February 13, 2026.
Veteran race car driver Greg Van Alst will pilot the team’s No. 35 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro for a partial NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series schedule in 2026, building on a four-race campaign last season that included starts at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, Bristol (Tenn.) Motor Speedway, Talladega (Ala.) Superspeedway and the season finale at Phoenix Raceway in Avondale, Ariz.
Earning a career-best 18th-place finish in his ninth NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series start, Van Alst qualified for the Championship Race on speed and used the 161-lap event to continue refining the balance of his No. 35 Greg Van Alst Motorsports Toyota, surpassing his previous best result of 25th at Talladega Superspeedway.
Continued investment in upgraded assets and new shop equipment has allowed Van Alst to implement key foundational improvements, positioning the veteran driver and his team to accelerate their program and contend for top-15 finishes throughout the season.
“Last season gave us a solid foundation to build on,” said Van Alst. “We learned a lot in a short amount of time, especially in Phoenix, and we’ve carried that momentum into the offseason.
“We’ve invested in the right areas, upgraded our equipment, and focused on the fundamentals that will allow us to keep improving. Our goal is to be more competitive every week and put ourselves in a position to fight for top-15 finishes throughout the season.”
Van Alst returns to the “World Center of Racing” with lifetime memories after pulling off a darling last lap pass in the ARCA Menards Series season-opener in 2023 that propelled the Anderson, Ind. native to his first career ARCA win.
With the 2.5-mile superspeedway often providing unpredictable storylines and dramatic finishes, Daytona International Speedway stands as one of the sport’s most magnificent stages, where speed, spectacle and tradition combine to open the season.
“Daytona will always be special to me,” added Van Alst. “I’m ready to make new memories, though. I don’t expect it to be easy to make the field, but we’ve learned a lot about our superspeedway truck since Talladega last October.
“I’m confident that once we’re locked into the field, my drafting experience and our race strategy will put us in a position to contend for a strong finish and hopefully carry momentum into our second year of Truck Series competition.”
While partnerships are still being finalized for the Fresh from Florida 250 at Daytona, Greg Van Alst Motorsports will welcome the return of Phil’s Heating and Air and Prescott Tire Pros & Automotive Service as partners throughout the 2026 season.
“Having partners who believe in what we’re building means a lot to our team,” reflected Van Alst.
“Phil’s Heating and Air and Prescott Tire Pros & Automotive Service have supported us from the start, and their continued commitment allows us to keep investing in our program and taking the next steps forward throughout the season.
“We look forward to making additional announcements as we get closer to Daytona and as the 2026 season progresses.”
The 100-lap Fresh from Florida 250 is set for Friday, February 13, 2026, at 7:30 p.m., with live coverage on FOX Sports 1 (FS1), the Motor Racing Network and SiriusXM Satellite Radio Channel 90.
For more on Greg Van Alst and Greg Van Alst Motorsports, please visit GregVanAlst.com, like them on Facebook (Van Alst Motorsports) and follow him on X | Twitter (@GregVanAlst35).
Fans To Determine Sixth Wienermobile; New Nationwide Live Broadcast To Capture Hot Dog Spectacle
INDIANAPOLIS (Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026) – The meatiest race in motorsports is officially back!
Oscar Mayer today announced the second annual Wienie 500 will return to the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Friday, May 22 leading up to the 110th Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge.
Serving as the unofficial kickoff to summer with 72 million hot dogs consumed every Memorial Day Weekend, the Wienie 500 sets out to remind fans that anywhere is the perfect time for an Oscar Mayer Wiener – even a professional racetrack.
Selling nearly half a million more wieners last year, the spectacle drew 85,000 fans in the stands at IMS and 8 million more via livestream. Revving up for its second lap, the race will feature the full fleet of six Oscar Mayer Wienermobiles, who will be competing for the title of Top Dog – this year with a new live nationwide broadcast and the chance for fans to get in on the action.
With each Wienermobile named after a regional hot dog, millions rallied behind their favorites – but it was Slaw Dog who secured last year’s victory. This year, Slaw Dog (Southeast) is back to defend its title along with Chi Dog (Midwest), New York Dog (East), Chili Dog (South) and Seattle Dog (Northwest). Following a disappointing performance, the Sonoran Dog is officially relegated due to not cutting the mustard, leaving a spot open for a new regional dog to enter the competition. Starting today, race lovers can visit @Wienermobile on Instagram to cast their vote in the first-ever ‘Pick Your Dog’ Wienie 500 bracket where they can choose from a fresh lineup of seven new regional hot dogs or opt to give Sonoran Dog another shot at qualifying.
“The response to the first Wienie 500 was overwhelming, and we heard the fans loud and clear that they were hungry for more,” said Kelsey Rice, brand communications director at Oscar Mayer. “This year, we’re supercharging the experience, delivering an even bigger, bolder and more unforgettable event that puts the fans at the forefront. With amplified engagement, intensified rivalries and more surprises in store, we’re giving the people what they want – an unparalleled live experience that will leave them craving more.”
Many of the beloved traditions from the inaugural Wienie 500 are back for this year’s race, including custom Wienermobile decals, Hotdogger racing suits, the iconic “Wiener Song” anthem and finally, the trophy presentation at the “wieners circle” podium—complete with a mustard spray and Borg-Wiener trophy. All part of an experience that only Oscar Mayer can provide, the Wienie 500 is designed to spark smiles and serve up a uniquely delightful race.
For more information on the second annual Wienie 500, ‘Pick Your Dog’ Wienie 500 bracket and how to follow along to see who the sixth regional hot dog will be, follow @Wienermobile on Instagram and @OscarMayer on TikTok.
Action Express Racing team of Aitken, Bamber, Vesti and Zilisch Come Back from Lap Down
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Jan. 25, 2026) — The Rolex 24 At Daytona became a six-hour sprint race after overnight fog kept the race under yellow conditions for more than six-and-a-half hours.
But the No. 31 Whelen Cadillac V-Series.R from Action Express Racing team stormed through the fog and came from a lap down to finish second and just 1.5 seconds behind the No. 7 Penske Motorsports car.
Jack Aitken, who drove along with Earl Bamber, Frederik Vesti and Connor Zilisch, made a hard charge throughout the final hour and nearly caught the No. 7 Penske machine twice, but had to settle for a podium finish.
It’s Cadillac’s ninth podium finish in 10 Rolex 24 At Daytona races and the second consecutive runner-up finish.
The No. 40 Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing V-Series.R sponsored by DEX for Jordan Taylor, Louis Deletraz and Colton Herta finished sixth.
Their teammates – Ricky Taylor, Filipe Albuquerque and Will Stevens – driving the No. 10 car suffered a mechanical issue and, combined with the time remaining in the race, retired from the event.
With the runner-up finish, Cadillac Racing now has 105 podiums (21 GTP, 84 DPi) since joining IMSA prototype competition in 2017.
The Cadillac Racing team now heads to the 74th running of the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring on March 18-21 in Sebring, Florida.
Peacock (U.S.) and IMSA’s YouTube (not in the U.S.) will broadcast beginning at 10 am ET on Saturday, March 21, and NBCSN will broadcast beginning at 5 pm ET. Peacock (U.S.) and IMSA’s YouTube channel will stream the entirety of the race along with the IMSA Radio broadcast at IMSA.com, Sirius 211/XM 207.
Driver Quotes
No. 31 Cadillac Whelen
Jack Aitken: “We had to fight pretty much all the way through the race, and it was not an easy 24-Hour race. Not like some previous years where some things came our way. Couple of setbacks early on and we had to dig deep to get back on the lead lap and get through the field. There were some fantastic stints all the way through the night and the end. To fall just short is a bit heartbreaking. Hopefully this shows the strength of the Whelen Cadillac. We were able to take the challenge to them today and it’s a testament to the boys and girls that got the car on the grid today. Big thanks to them and to Cadillac as a whole. We’re going to keep flighting and get that win someday.”
Earl Bamber: “We had a good car and a good team and we knew Porsche was going to be strong at the start of the race and they were going to be our main contender. So yeah, I think it was going to be between the 7, the 6 and ourselves. We came up short by 1.5 seconds, but I think it was an amazing team effort by everyone on Cadillac and Whelen. We had quite a few setbacks and issues in the night and we just kept digging and digging and came home second. Obviously it’s not what we wanted, but we will finish second and take the points.”
Frederik Vesti: “It’s one of the first times in my life I’ve been extremely disappointed with a second-place finish. That just says so much about our potential this weekend. But to finish second in a race where we were a lap down, we had few minor issues throughout the race so to finish second is a very big result. Obviously finishing second by 1.5 seconds from P1 is extremely frustrating, but it’s a great start to the season. We can all be proud of everyone on the team and the efforts this weekend. And we’ll come back a do better.”
Connor Zilisch: “Yeah, it was a great day. Jack (Aitken) did everything he could there at the end to try and get us the win, but just came up a little bit short. I am so proud of the effort of everyone with Cadillac and Action Express Racing. I had a lot of fun being a part of it and getting to learn from all those guys, my teammates, so yeah just thankful for the opportunity and happy it went well. Second always sucks, but we did everything we could, and we have to be proud of that.”
No. 40 Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing
Louis Deletraz: “Well, we made it to the end and congratulations to the 31 for the second place and to Cadillac. We made it to the end and no mistakes by the drivers and no mistakes from the team. I think sometime after midnight something broke at the back of the car, to be confirmed, but we lost a lot of pace out of it. I think we were quite good on deg (degradation), but then again when its losing pace, we just didn’t have it. We had good strategy on fuel and its good points on the championship. Looking forward to more and can’t wait to get to Sebring already.”
Colton Herta: “Hard fight to the end for us in the 40 car. Was not the race that we wanted, but good points for the full-time guys. We never gave up and tried our hardest, so proud of that and definitely some stuff to look at and get better on for Sebring. Looking forward to that one.”
Jordan Taylor: “Yeah, obviously not a great day for the whole team and for us. I think we salvaged sixth place there at the end with a good call on fuel strategy, but overall, disappointed because a couple of times I thought we were in the mix for the race. So, just hopefully we can go to Sebring with a little more pace and win there.”
No. 10 Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing
Filipe Albuquerque: “What a shame, it’s a long race but for me a very short race because of the fog (overnight), but we still got to P3 and Ricky was looking very very strong. I think we could have battle for something and the pace is better from Wayne Taylor Racing.”
Will Stevens: “A disappointing result, but there are some positives to take away from the week. At times during the race, we had the pace to be up in the standings, but it’s disappointing, not to be at the end to fight for something. I think we made good steps over the winter, and we’ll take some time to digest it and move on to Sebring.”
Ricky Taylor: “What a shame. I feel bad because on that last stint, the last thing I did was make a mistake in turn six, but I think we had a really good Cadillac. We were the only ones on new tires and were making some progress and something went wrong. Really unfortunate but I am very proud of the team and the guys and coming here with a second year with Cadillac and I think we were finally doing justice to what the Cadillac GTP can do, so it’s encouraging for the remainder of the year.”
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Corvette GT3 teams show promise in Rolex 24 to open season
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (January 25, 2026) – Four of the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.Rs entered for the Rolex 24 At Daytona completed the opening round of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship as the Corvette Racing program kicked off its third season of competition.
Both Corvette Racing by Pratt Miller Motorsports and 13 Autosport recorded fourth-place class finishes at the end of a crazy race that featured running in both warm sunshine and cool, gloomy fog.
The No. 4 Corvette Racing by Pratt Miller Motorsports entry of Tommy Milner, Nicky Catsburg and Nico Varrone just missed the GTD PRO podium in their Corvette Z06 GT3.R, finishing fourth. In GTD, the 13 Autosport team of Matt Bell, Orey Fidani, Lars Kern and Ben Green showed the same performance that netted the team a class victory a year ago but came up just short this year.
Both of the Pro-class Corvette GT3s were the forces of the race through the first 20 hours. The pair of yellow Corvettes combined to lead for 319 laps – 160 coming from the No. 3 trio of pole-winner Alexander Sims, Antonio Garcia and Marvin Kirchhöfer. The cars ran in formation for much of the race – before and after a lengthy six-and-a-half, full-course yellow period due to fog – before the race went sideways.
It started with a suspension issue for the No. 3 Corvette with a little more than five hours to go that cost the team 46 seconds in its garage.
The sister Corvette continued to run at the front as late as two-and-a-half hours to go – due in part to a third-to-first move by Milner – before Varrone was shoved off-track shortly after a restart. That cost the No. 4 team time and track position back to seventh before the drive-back by Catsburg to the end.
GTD-class Corvettes also spent time out front of class before misfortune struck each of the customer cars. The 13 Autosport Z06 GT3.R led the GTD race four times for 32 laps in a solid start to its full-season championship push. The team mirrored its strategy to its 2025 victory by having Fidani and Kern drive much of the race’s first half before putting in the team’s two Pro-level drivers to the end.
DXDT Racing also led with its No. 36 Corvette with a similar strategy. After Salih Yoluc and Mason Filippi set the stage for most of the early parts, Charlie Eastwood and Scott McLaughlin pushed the DXDT entry to the front for 90 laps before a cracked gearbox ended the team’s day inside the final two hours.
New customer team DragonSpeed also had an encouraging early run in its Corvette debut. Giacomo Altoe, Henrik Hedman, Casper Stevenson and Matteo Cairoli ran solidly in the middle of the 21-car pack with their No. 81 Corvette, which was moving up before Cairoli was hit by a prototype car near the five-hour mark. The impact sent Cairoli into the tire barriers as the Corvette sustained left-side damage.
Despite losing 15 laps and nearly 25 minutes, the team carried on and used the rest of the race as an extended test session for its new Corvette.
The next event for Corvette Racing in IMSA is the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring on Saturday, March 21.
SELECT CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R DRIVER QUOTES
ALEXANDER SIMS, NO. 3 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “One of those that could have been for the whole team. The real shame is that it didn’t just happen to one car; both had issues to compromise the end result. Our Corvettes were working really well. We had decent pace but I don’t know if we would have been able to fight at the front right to the end. It seemed like others seemed to get quite strong at the end. Who knows. It would have been nice to have been in with a chance. The Pratt Miller team did a great job all race. We had flawless pit stops and just the one issue. The guys will look into that and we’ll come back stronger at Sebring.”
MARVIN KIRCHHÖFER, NO. 3 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “First off all, those six hours of full course yellow where I think I did three-and-a-half out of the maximum four was probably one of the most exhausting stints that I’ve ever had. It’s a lot of riding around and trying not to fall asleep. I’m gutted for the team, obviously. Everyone has done an outstanding job and worked very hard the last two weeks. When you lead the race for as long as we did and then have a mechanical issue in the last four or five hours, it’s tough. We were pushing hard along with the No. 4 car, which was always up front as well. The guys would have deserved a decent result here. Still, I enjoyed it. I’m not happy with the outcome but we will next go to the next race at Sebring and make it a good race over there.”
NICKY CATSBURG, NO. 4 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “Somehow it all went away for us. Of course there was the incident when the Ferrari smashed us off. I feel like even without that, it was not going to be easy. It seemed like everyone at the end of the race had an extra switch and could power up a bit. But that definitely did not help. Big hats off to the team. The execution was amazing with zero mistakes. The car was good and the setup was good. I think we finished second if you look at the full-season contenders so that’s not too bad. It’s unfortunate because I felt like we were going to come away with a new watch.”
MATT BELL, NO. 13 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “Thursday night, it looked like we were going to have a very different event, just to even finish the race flawlessly, let alone be not far up the order. Everybody should be really proud of themselves. I think we had a fourth-place car and we were in the game for a long part of it. There was a little bit of bumping and shoving at the end, but it didn’t change the outcome. Fourth is the maximum we had, and we achieved the maximum result that we were capable of this weekend. Everybody put together a great car. It was as fast as our Corvette was going to go, and we all drove the wheels off it. I am very proud of the team. It’s good to leave thinking you got the best out of your machine. We’ll crack on and try to get the win at Sebring.”
OREY FIDANI, NO. 13 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “After what we went through on Thursday, I couldn’t be prouder of this crew. Everyone dug deep, worked through the night, and we showed up ready to race, that says everything about this team. We were right in the fight all weekend, and while we wanted that podium, a fourth-place finish in the biggest race of the season is still extremely rewarding. Huge credit to the crew and my teammates for their work and dedication. We’ll take what we learned and go to Sebring even hungrier.”
LARS KERN, NO. 13 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “I’m really, really proud of the team. The car was flawless, I loved it. Everything on our side was good. It just wasn’t in our hands. Honestly, it feels horrible. The race just unfolded in an unlucky way for us. You can’t win this race every year, and unfortunately it wasn’t meant to be for us this time. That’s racing, the racing gods decide if you get to win or not, and this year they decided we weren’t going to.”
BEN GREEN, NO. 13 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “I’m really happy to finish the Rolex 24 at Daytona with 13 Autosport on my debut at the event. It’s great to make it to the end, and to finish fourth. Of course, we wish we were on the podium, because we were fighting for the win at different points throughout the race. I’m very proud of the effort from the entire team, and it’s been great to have support from GM as well. Our Chevy V8 was singing on the Daytona banking for 24 hours, faultless, and I’m proud of everyone’s work to make that happen.”
CHARLIE EASTWOOD, NO. 36 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “Not the finish we hoped for. This was probably one of the best weekends we’ve had together with DXDT. The pace was super-strong from rolling out for the Roar. It was the same in the race. We were keeping our nose clean and sitting in the top-three for a lot of the race and took the lead with about three-and-a-half hours to go before we developed a crack in the gearbox. We’re unsure how it happened, which is just gutting. It’s definitely the best chance I’ve had to win this race. But these things happen in endurance races. The pace was brilliant and Sebring is just around the corner. Hopefully we can go there and collect some trophies.”
GIACOMO ALTOÉ, NO. 81 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “I can see the potential of the car and the team. We for sure are still in the learning phases with this car and there is a lot to improve. It was important for us to finish the race and collect all the data possible to analyze it and continue learning. We will build from here.”
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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA (January 25, 2026) – 2023 Bullring at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Late Model champion Jeffrey Peterson kicked off the 2026 Star Nursery Local Racing Series in style on Saturday afternoon, with the Grand Terrace, Calif. native topping both features for NASCAR Late Models. Peterson overcame changing an engine following Friday practice to storm to the pair of victories.
The first 40-lap feature was a back-and-forth battle with 2025 champion Cody Brown. Peterson regained the upper hand on lap 29 to take the curtain raising victory. 2025 Orange Show Speedway champion Mikey Killen finished third. Northern California driver Kenna Mitchell, the 2025 All American Speedway Late Model champion, recovered from a lap two incident to finish fourth. Utah’s Kylie Ith finished fifth.
Star Nursery Late Models were inverted by eight for their start of their second NASCAR 40-lap feature. Rookie Donald Witkowski of Long Beach led the 16-car pack with a charging field of drivers behind him. Peterson took advantage of a lap five restart to launch into the lead. The battle for second was hot with Mitchell overhauling Witkowski on lap 14 heading into turn three. Opening race runner-up Brown took over second just two laps later. A late caution evaporated Peterson’s sizeable advantage over Brown. Peterson was undeterred, charging ahead once again to sweep the night. Brown settled for second followed by Killen, Mitchell, and Johnny Spilotro from ninth on the grid.
Defending NASCAR Street Stocks and NASCAR Modifieds champion Kyle Jacks enjoyed a fruitful night of action, claiming the coveted bull trophy in each class to start 2026. Jacks won the newly combined Street Stock and Factory Stock division in wire-to-wire fashion. Dallas Simonette topped Rob Plaffy for the Factory Stock portion of the action.
35-laps of Modified racing served as quick work for Kyle Jacks, leading his brother Sam Jacks throughout the fast-paced affair. Shelby Stroebel visited from Idaho to finished third followed by seventh starting Doug Hamm and Bountiful, Utah’s Eric Rhead.
“That’s as good as it gets man. We’ve got some hot rods that’s for sure. We’ve put a lot of time in the shop and glad to see it pays off. This is a class of gentlemen right here,” Kyle Jacks said.
The youngest drivers in the INEX Bandoleros thrilled the fans with a three-wide duel on the final lap of competition. Casey Piplic of Las Vegas withstood the pressure for the 15-lap feature victory. Austin French of Las Vegas finished second followed by Dylan Mancini in third. French won Friday’s INEX Bandolero feature as well.
Gavin Ray and 2025 Bullring INEX Terrible’s Legends champion Sean Salazar of Albuquerque, New Mexico exchanged the lead back and forth in an exciting 25-lap feature. On lap 18, Ray made a strong maneuver to the inside in turn three to seal the deal. Gavin Ray completed a sweep of the Legends features for the weekend with Salazar finishing in a narrow second place finish. Connor Podloski finished third followed by Tanner Ash and 2025 Bandolero champion Caitlyn Ford in fifth.
Ben Williams held off a challenge from Bory Molina en route to victory in the NASCAR Mini Stocks season opener. Mike McIntyre, Bobby Ozman, and Ceilia Williams made up the balance of the top-five out of a strong field of four cylinder competitors.
The Bullring at Las Vegas Motor Speedway returns on February 21st for the Star Nursery Battle at the Bullring with the SPEARS CARS Tour West and a full slate of INEX and NASCAR championship races. Tickets and info at www.lvmsbullring.com
Feb. 21 – Star Nursery Battle at The Bullring Featuring CARS Tour West with Fireworks Show! Mar. 7 – NASCAR Night Mar. 28 – South Point Showdown Featuring CARS Tour West Apr. 11 – NASCAR Night May 2 – NASCAR Night Jun. 6 – NASCAR Night Jun. 20 – NASCAR Night of Fire Championship Finale with Fireworks Show!
Planning a wedding in Boston means blending history, city energy, and unpredictable twists. Picture elegant ballrooms in Back Bay, waterfront venues around the Seaport, and airy lofts scattered through the South End. Each neighborhood brings its own personality. Downtown’s cobblestone streets are beautiful for photos, but they can slow down cars and limos. The North End feels like a slice of old Europe, with narrow roads and unique charm, but parking is tough. City events, like Red Sox games or a sudden parade, can stall traffic and scramble your plans. Couples new to Boston might not expect these challenges, but they’re part of the city’s character.
Boston weather likes to keep everyone guessing. A June ceremony could bring gentle breezes or a quick thunderstorm. Outdoor celebrations always need a backup plan. Winter brings its own magic, like snowy photos on Beacon Hill, but you have to consider how guests will stay warm and move between locations. Some couples look to nearby towns like Cambridge or Brookline for more venue choices and easier logistics. Planning here calls for local insight, flexibility, and a good sense of humor. Boston weddings come with surprises, but those unexpected moments are what make them unforgettable.
Boston Logistics for Smooth Celebrations
Boston is packed with character, but its crowded streets can make wedding day travel tricky. If you’ve ever tried to drive through Back Bay during rush hour or find parking near Faneuil Hall on a weekend, you know the struggle. Planning a wedding here means paying close attention to how guests will get around. The city’s patchwork of neighborhoods, narrow roads, river crossings, and those famous cobblestones can disrupt even the best-laid plans if you’re not prepared.
Still, with some careful organization and a bit of insider know-how, you can keep everything on track. For example, I once worked with a couple who reserved a block of hotel rooms in the Seaport. They arranged mini-shuttles to move guests between their Beacon Hill ceremony and a waterfront reception. To keep everyone updated, they used a group text for shuttle pick-up times. Every guest arrived on time, and the evening went off without a hitch. That kind of thoughtful planning makes a huge difference in Boston. Talk with your venues and vendors about what works for your group size, and appoint a trusted friend or coordinator to oversee transportation on the big day.
Checklist for Boston Wedding Logistics
Book hotel room blocks early, especially near your venue or public transit stops
Arrange shuttle or trolley service for guests (consider group text updates)
Secure parking, whether through valet, discounted garages, or reserved lots
Make sure all locations are accessible for guests with mobility needs
Send detailed maps and clear directions for every venue (don’t rely on GPS alone)
Add extra time to your schedule for traffic delays, especially downtown or during Red Sox games
Choose vendors who know Boston’s streets and traffic patterns well
Choosing the Perfect Boston Venue
Boston offers a remarkable mix of wedding venues. You’ll find grand historic ballrooms near Beacon Hill, breezy waterfront spaces in Seaport, and modern lofts tucked inside converted warehouses in South Boston. Every venue has its own personality. Each one also brings its own set of considerations, shaped by Boston’s busy streets, unpredictable weather, and how your guests will travel between locations.
Historic spaces like the Fairmont Copley Plaza or Boston Public Library are full of charm. Take a close look at accessibility and available space, especially if you have a big guest list or family members who need elevator access. These older venues sometimes have unique layouts. Waterfront locations deliver stunning skyline views, but it’s wise to keep an eye on the weather and tides. Boston Harbor can be unpredictable, especially in spring or fall. Modern lofts and galleries offer a blank slate for creative couples. However, they may require extra planning for rentals or guest transportation, since parking in these areas can be tricky. Always think about how your chosen venue will help guests arrive comfortably – especially if many are visiting from outside the city.
Venue
Neighborhood
Style
Approximate Capacity
Fairmont Copley Plaza
Back Bay
Historic Ballroom
300
State Room
Downtown/Financial District
Modern Loft with Skyline Views
350
Boston Harbor Hotel
Waterfront
Classic Waterfront
250
Artists for Humanity Epicenter
South Boston
Industrial/Contemporary
400
If you’re planning from outside Boston, try to schedule venue tours in one trip. Many venues will offer video tours or FaceTime walkthroughs if you can’t be there in person. Don’t hesitate to ask about their experience with severe weather and parking. Local advice is valuable. Some venues work directly with nearby hotels or shuttles to make guest arrivals easier. And if your goal is a packed dance floor, take a look at Groove Authority for live entertainment that gets everyone moving, no matter the weather.
Tip from the bandstand: “Always ask your venue what their backup plan is for rain, snow, or a Nor’easter. Boston weather is full of surprises, so a good venue will already have a solution for anything the forecast throws your way.” Securing special event insurance is another smart way to protect your investment and give you extra peace of mind against these coastal elements.
The best Boston venue isn’t just about looks. It should fit your personal style, suit your guest list, and help you work around city traffic and quick-changing weather. When couples plan ahead and team up with experienced venue staff, even big weather changes or city detours can’t spoil the celebration. Flexibility and local know-how make all the difference.
Weather and Seasonal Planning in Boston
Boston weather keeps everyone guessing. You might wake up to a sunny morning in May, only to watch storm clouds roll in by the afternoon. This city is famous for sudden weather changes, and that can shape your entire wedding day. From snowy Beacon Hill ceremonies to steamy summer celebrations by the water, it pays to have a plan for every forecast.
Ask each venue about indoor spaces and how fast they can switch things up if a storm arrives.
Reserve tents or canopies early for outdoor events. Spring and fall dates go quickly, and the weather is often unpredictable.
Work out shuttle routes and timing with your transportation team. Rain, snow, or a Red Sox game can delay things, so build in extra time for guests.
Adjust your menu to match the season – lighter dishes for hot summer nights, heartier meals for winter celebrations.
Send guests a detailed weather plan before the big day. If you’ve reserved hotel blocks, remind everyone about walking distances and possible weather surprises.
One June wedding at the Boston Public Library stands out. The forecast promised sunshine. An hour before the ceremony, heavy rain arrived out of nowhere. The planner had extra umbrellas and a backup ballroom ready. Guests came in dry after a quick shuttle ride, and the rain made the courtyard photos look even more beautiful. The lesson? Stay flexible, listen to your vendors, and try to laugh about the unexpected soggy socks or windblown hair.
Boston’s quirks don’t have to ruin your plans. Choose venues with reliable indoor areas or easy access to cover, like the Museum of Science or a waterfront hotel with a second ballroom. Thinking ahead about guest transportation – like the shuttles mentioned earlier – can make a rainy day feel easy. If you’re planning from another city, trust your local vendors and give yourself a little extra time. Boston always brings surprises, but a solid backup plan means you’ll remember the fun, not the stress.
Haiden Deegan Claims Back-to-Back Western Divisional 250SMX Wins
ANAHEIM, Calif. (January 24, 2026) – The Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship hosted its third consecutive sold out crowd to open the 2026 campaign as the world’s best returned to the hallowed grounds of Angel Stadium for Round 3 of the Monster Energy SMX World Championship. After a high-profile move to Monster Energy Kawasaki during the offseason, Chase Sexton captured his first win for the decorated manufacturer following another captivating Main Event.
450SMX Class Highlights – Anaheim 2
The battle for the 450SMX Class victory began with the Twisted Tea Suzuki Presented by Progressive Insurance of Jason Anderson leading the field for the holeshot, with Sexton alongside. Anderson soon asserted his hold of the lead as Honda HRC Progressive’s Hunter Lawrence, Sexton, and Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Eli Tomac, the winner of the opening two races and championship points leader, settled in behind the Suzuki rider. Sexton then found a groove and reclaimed second from Lawrence before tracking down Anderson.
A brief battle for the lead saw Sexton and Anderson trade passes before the Kawasaki rider got the upper hand and opened a multi-second lead over the field a little before the halfway point of the race. Behind them, Tomac passed Lawrence for third and set his sights on Anderson. The Suzuki rider fended off Tomac, which allowed Lawrence to retake third. Not long after, both Lawrence and Tomac made their way around Anderson, as the latter pushed Anderson off track. The top three remained unchanged the rest of the way as Sexton took his 17th career victory and first podium of the season by a margin of 3.3 seconds. It was the first win for Kawasaki since the 2022 season.
Tomac is now the lone rider to finish on the podium in each race thus far, with two wins and a third. He has an eight-point lead over Lawrence in the 450SMX Class standings, as Lawrence moved up to second on the heels of back-to-back runner-up finishes. Sexton moved into third, 13 points behind Tomac, while Progressive Insurance Cycle Gear Suzuki’s Ken Roczen dropped to fourth (-14) after he missed the podium for the first time in a valiant eighth-place finish that saw him fight back from 21st on the opening lap.
Monster Energy Kawasaki’s Chase Sexton broke through for his first win riding green with an impressive effort that put Kawasaki atop the podium for the first time since the 2022 season.
Chase Sexton – 1st Place – 450SMX Class “It’s been a long few months, going back to the [crash at the] Vegas SMX finale. That was not good for me. It’s hard to get back here [atop the podium], honestly. It’s been a journey. Even after the Heat Race tonight I was wondering what I was doing wrong and knew I needed to just go out there and do my laps. I strapped up for the Main Event and just rode solid and more within myself. I can’t say enough about the team and everything they’ve done to get us to this point. It’s good to put Kawi back on top.”
Hunter Lawrence – 2nd Place – 450SMX Class “I just need a little more consistency throughout the day. Every time I went on the track I made a change to the bike, so every time I was learning the track again and trying to adapt to the bike. However, we are learning a lot and hopefully we can carry that through the rest of the series. I need to be better from the start through the beginning of the race. You could see I was a bit slow to get going, but I picked it up towards the end.”
Eli Tomac – 3rd Place – 450SMX Class “The big picture [championship] is great. That race was a whole lot of everything. A lot of offense, a lot of defense. I tried some moves and got passed, and vice versa. I’m happy to defend that podium spot, it was important for me, but that was a very intense race. Overall, I’m happy with the finish and looking forward to next weekend.”
Western Divisional 250SMX Class Highlights – Anaheim 2
The Western Divisional 250SMX Class once again saw the battle for the win come down to a pair of Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing teammates in Michael Mosiman and Haiden Deegan. Mosiman led the field through the first turn for the holeshot, ahead of Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki’s Cameron McAdoo, ClubMX Yamaha’s Max Vohland, and Deegan. As Mosiman secured control of the race early on, Deegan charged up to second. From there, the duo pulled away from the field and paced one another for most of the 15 Minute + 1 Lap race. With three-and-a-half minutes to go Deegan closed in on Mosiman and made quick work of a pass for the lead. With the clear track, Deegan quickly moved more than five seconds clear of the field and easily claimed back-to-back wins to officially take hold of the early title fight.
Deegan took his ninth career win 8.5 seconds ahead of Mosiman, who now has third and second place finishes the past two races. Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Ryder DiFrancesco came out on top of a tight battle with McAdoo for DiFrancesco’s second career podium result, his first coming at the Anaheim opener just two weeks ago.
Deegan has a nine-point lead over Mosiman in the Western Divisional standings. Their Star Yamaha teammate Max Anstie dropped from second to third, 10 points out of the lead, after his worst result of the season thus far in sixth.
Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing’s Haiden Deegan showed patience in the Western Divisional 250SMX Main Event, with a late pass on teammate Michael Mosiman to earn Deegan’s second straight win and add to his points lead.
Haiden Deegan – 1st Place – Western Divisional 250SMX Class “That was amazing. Good ride. Solid ride. I need to give it up to [Mosiman], when people put in that extra work a lot of the time it goes unnoticed. He’s the only guy I see out there putting in the extra effort. I gotta give him credit and that’s what makes him such a tough competitor.”
Michael Mosiman – 2nd Place – Western Divisional 250SMX Class “It feels great [to be on the podium]. Every time I go to the gate I look up at the stands, see all the fans, and make sure I appreciate the moment. We put in so much work just to be able to perform and when that happens it’s just an amazing feeling. I’m stoked on the race and stoked on my start. Whenever you can get a holeshot that makes a world of difference.”
Ryder DiFrancesco – 3rd Place – Western Divisional 250SMX Class “I knew if I could keep [McAdoo] close that I could get him. It didn’t happen [initially] but I figured I could wear him down and get it done at the end. I guess Anaheim is my place. It’s close to home.”
SMX Next
Accompanying the action of the 450SMX and 250SMX classes was the first race of SMX Next – Supercross, featuring the most talented and high-profile A and B class prospects in amateur motocross. The race featured a hand-selected field of 22 racers and was dominated by young Australian Kayden Minear, who went wire-to-wire in his first-ever Supercross race. The 18-year-old was never challenged throughout the 8 Minute + 1 Lap race and spearheaded an impressive sweep of the podium by Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing. Minear took the checkered flag 1.7 seconds ahead of 16-year-old Caden Dudney, who was followed by 18-year-old Landen Gordon. Monster Energy Kawasaki Team Green’s Vincent Wey, the 16-year-old son of former SMX star Nick Wey, was in podium contention throughout the race, but ultimately settled for fourth.
The first race of SMX Next – Supercross was dominated by Australian Kayden Minear (99), who led a podium sweep for Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing with a dominant wire-to-wire effort.
The Anaheim 2 race also signified the launch of the Love Moto Stop Cancer text-to-donate campaign benefitting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital for the 2026 season. This marks the landmark 10th year of the SMX community’s support of St. Jude, featuring a new, exclusive design for the Love Moto Stop Cancer t-shirt. The only way for fans to get the shirt is by donating to St. Jude and texting SUPER to 785-833. More information can be found at the St. Jude page on SupercrossLIVE.com.
In 2025, the SMX community raised over $650,000 and surpassed $3 million raised for the children of St. Jude. When fans and the industry support St. Jude, it helps make cures possible for kids with cancer. Together with St. Jude, SMX won’t stop fighting until no child dies from cancer.
The Monster Energy SMX World Championship and Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship will continue next Saturday with the fourth race of the season and the first outside the state of California as Houston’s NRG Stadium welcomes the world’s best on January 31. Live broadcast coverage on Peacock will begin at 1 p.m. ET with Race Day Live, followed by the Gate Drop at 7 p.m. ET. Additionally, a domestic Spanish language broadcast is available on Peacock while international viewers can choose from dedicated English, French, and Spanish broadcasts via SMX Video Pass (www.SMXVideoPass.com).
All 17 rounds of the 2026 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship and 11 rounds of the Pro Motocross Championship are on sale. Tickets for the SMX World Championship Playoff Rounds and Final will go on pre-sale Tuesday, Jan. 27, with general tickets on-sale to the public on Tuesday, Feb. 3 at SuperMotocross.com. Saturday FanFest will take place at all postseason races, Friday FanFest and camping will be available in Columbus and Ridgedale, additional details to follow.
For information about the Monster Energy SMX World Championship, please visit www.SuperMotocross.com and be sure to follow all of the new SMX social media channels for exclusive content and additional information on the latest news: Instagram: @supermotocross Facebook: @supermotocross X: @supermotocross YouTube: @supermotocross TikTok: @supermotocross
About the Monster Energy SMX World Championship: The Monster Energy SMX World Championship™ is the premier off-road motorcycle racing series in the world that combines the technical precision of stadium racing with the all-out speed and endurance of outdoor racing. Created in 2022, the Monster Energy SMX World Championship Series combines the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship and the AMA Pro Motocross Championship into a 28-round regular season that culminates with the season-ending SMX World Championship Playoffs. Visit SuperMotocross.com for more information.
About Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship: Monster Energy AMA Supercross is the most competitive and highest-profile off-road motorcycle racing championship on the planet. Founded in America and sanctioned by the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) since 1974. Over 17 weeks, Supercross attracts some of the largest and most impressive crowds inside the most recognizable and prestigious stadiums in North America to race in front of nearly one million live fans and broadcast to millions more worldwide. For more information, visit SupercrossLIVE.com.
About Pro Motocross Championship: The Pro Motocross Championship features the world’s fastest outdoor motocross racers, competing aboard homologated bikes from one of seven competing manufacturers on a collection of the roughest, toughest tracks on the planet. Racing takes place each Saturday afternoon, with competition divided into two classes: one for 250cc machines, and one for 450cc machines. MX Sports Pro Racing, the industry leader in off-road powersports event production, manages the Pro Motocross Championship. For more information, visit ProMotocross.com.
About Feld Motor Sports, Inc.: Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is the worldwide leader in producing and presenting specialized arena and stadium-based motorsports entertainment. Properties include Monster Jam®, Monster Energy AMA Supercross, and the Monster Energy SMX World Championship. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is a subsidiary of Feld Entertainment, Inc. Visit monsterjam.com, SupercrossLIVE.com, and feldentertainment.com for more information.
About MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc.: MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc., manages and produces the world’s premier motocross racing series – the Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing. MX Sports Pro Racing is an industry leader in off-road powersport event production and management, its mission is to showcase the sport of professional motocross competition at events throughout the United States. Through its various racing properties, partnerships and affiliates, MX Sports Pro Racing, Inc., organizes events for thousands of action sports athletes each year and attracts millions of motorsports spectators. Visit MXSportsProRacing.com for more information.
Davide Rigon (ITA) Daniel Serra (BRA) Alessandro Pier Guidi (ITA)
Daytona Beach, Florida (January 24, 2026)…The No. 62 Risi Competizione Ferrari 296 GT3 EVO had to withdraw from the 64th annual Rolex 24 At Daytona race due to damage sustained on track.
Another car turned into Daniel Serra on the infield portion of the circuit at just past the two-hour mark. Serra was the second driver in rotation, with qualifying driver Davide Rigon having started the Ferrari from the eighth position on the grid. Rigon passed the driving reigns to Serra at 2:48 p.m., one hour and eight minutes into the 24-hour race, along with fuel and tires.
All had been going smoothly and Serra had brought the car up to sixth-place in the competitive GTD Pro class when the incident occurred. He attempted to continue to drive the damaged car, hoping to bring it back to the pits for repairs, but unfortunately Serra ultimately had to stop on track on Lap 62 and be towed back to the Risi Competizione garage for damage assessment.
After an extensive evaluation, the team determined the suspension was damaged, along with the steering rack and other issues and decided the repairs would take too long to make to still be competitive in the race.
Quotes:
Daniel Serra, driver No. 62 Risi Competizione Ferrari 296 GT3:
Regarding the on-track incident…
“The 033 was inside me at the exit of the first corner. We did the ‘S’ that leads to the third corner and at the exit there was contact that sent me off. I ended up on the grass and couldn’t stop the car, then I got back on the track and there was a second contact. I tried to get back to the pits, but the car was badly damaged.”
Rick Mayer, Race Engineer, No. 62 Risi Competizione Ferrari Team:
“It was an unfortunate early incident put us out early with damage that we couldn’t repair and still be competitive. We had a decent car; not the fastest car, and we would have been in the hunt for a potential podium. But we have to come back next year and try again.
“Looking at our in-car video it looked like the No. 033 didn’t give Daniel room on the exit of two and Daniel got in the grass, but that’s something for further review. We’ll have to take a better look at it as we go, but it’s unfortunate to be out this early in such a long race.”
The No. 62 Risi Competizione third driver, Alessandro Pier Guidi, the current FIA World Endurance Champion, did not get to drive.
This was the 19th year Risi Competizione has competed at the Rolex 24 At Daytona. The next race for the Houston, Texas-based team will be the 12 Hours of Sebring, round two on the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship series calendar.
Rigon and Serra will compete in all remaining IMSA Michelin Endurance Cup races, also including the 6 Hours of Watkins Glen, 6 Hours of Road America and Petit Le Mans 10-hour enduro after Sebring.
Driving is surely fun, but not following the traffic rules can leave you with hefty tickets, and that is something that is surely frustrating. With the development of technologies in the traffic department, many tickets have become online or will be sent to your doorstep. The issue is that many drivers think that they can ignore such tickets or pay them at a later date without any serious consequences.
But the truth is, traffic tickets are usually manageable until you have ignored them. Having an unpaid ticket can quickly turn into a nightmare, as it may bring about other issues like an added fine amount, getting your license suspended, or, at times, even a warrant.
For example, a speeding ticket is quite hefty in itself, but failing to pay a ticket for speeding or forgetting it can make the penalty amount much bigger than the original fine. Apart from that, each state has different consequences when it comes to not paying a traffic ticket on time.
Which is why it is important to understand how an unpaid ticket can affect your driving record and license.
What happens when you don’t pay a ticket?
Every ticket comes with a deadline by which the fine must be paid or, in some cases, you must appear in court for your hearing. But missing that deadline or failing to show up in court will be considered non-compliance.
In such situations, you may get a “failure to appear” notice from the court or an increased penalty amount. In some cases, a report of non-compliance will be sent to your state’s motor vehicle agency and may lead to actions such as suspension of your license.
How does an unpaid ticket impact your driving record?
All traffic violations automatically go into your driving record. And, no one wants a permanent point on their record. But if you think that the record will vanish by not paying the fine, then you are mistaken. In fact, leaving a ticket unpaid only causes more damage, as they add an extra violation to your record.
Depending on the state where you stay, the impact of leaving your ticket unpaid varies. While some states may add more violation points to your records, other states may add separate penalties for ignoring the ticket. More points on your record may lead to higher insurance rates and even get your license suspended.
What are the issues caused by an unpaid ticket?
1. Suspension of license: Suspension of license is one of the most common issues faced by those having unpaid tickets. Once your license is suspended, you will have to pay the original fees and the reinstatement fee and also provide proof of compliance to be able to drive again.
Driving with a suspended license will get you in even more trouble, which can even lead to arrest and vehicle impoundment.
2. Registration renewal issues: Even if you escape without paying the fine for a long time, having an unpaid traffic ticket can affect the renewal of your vehicle’s registration. In many states, the renewal of your car’s registration will be kept on hold until you have paid the fine.
Apart from your vehicle’s registration, this can also affect the renewal of your driver’s license.
3. Increased insurance costs: No one wants to pay ahuge insurance premium, but by leaving your tickets unpaid, you are increasing the chances of your insurance premium being increased. This is because most insurance companies view unpaid tickets as a sign of risky driving behavior.
Conclusion
Ignored or unpaid traffic tickets can lead to added penalties and other enforcement actions.
Unpaid tickets can lead to late fees and court notices.
It will be listed in your driving record.
Unpaid traffic tickets increase the risk of your license getting suspended.
It can affect the renewal of your car’s registration.
