This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Late Model Dream at Eldora Speedway, a prestigious event that has become a cornerstone of dirt track racing since its inception in 1994. 

The annual showdown draws the best drivers from across the country to compete for glory on the legendary half-mile clay oval in Rossburg, Ohio.

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Scott Bloomquist of Mooresburg, Tenn., stands out with a record seven wins, underscoring his dominance in the event’s history. Bloomquist's first victory came in 1995, and he continued to show his prowess with victories spanning over a decade, including his most recent win in 2018.

This year's favorite is Jonathan Davenport from Blairsville, Ga. Davenport, who won the event in 2015 and again last year in 2023, has established himself as a formidable competitor at Eldora Speedway. With his track record and current form, all eyes will be on Davenport as he aims for another triumph.

The Late Model Dream at Eldora Speedway, is streaming live on FloRacing and the FloSports app, which also has archives and highlights of past races. Here's the full list of past winners at Eldora Speedway. 

All-Time Late Model Dream Winners At Eldora Speedway

• 2023: Jonathan Davenport, Blairsville, Ga.
• 2022: Brandon Overton, Evans, Ga.
• 2021: Brandon Overton, Evans, Ga. (2)
• 2020: Postponed
• 2019: Brandon Sheppard, New Berlin, Ill.
• 2018: Scott Bloomquist, Mooresburg, Tenn.
• 2017: Scott Bloomquist, Mooresburg, Tenn.
• 2016: Dennis Erb Jr., Carpentersville, Ill.
• 2015: Jonathan Davenport, Blairsville, Ga.
• 2014: Dale McDowell, Chickamauga, Ga.
• 2013: Scott Bloomquist, Mooresburg, Tenn.
• 2012: Shane Clanton, Fayetteville, Ga.
• 2011: Don O’Neal, Martinsville, Ind.
• 2010: Billy Moyer, Batesville, Ark.
• 2009: Jimmy Owens, Newport, Tenn.
• 2008: Scott Bloomquist, Mooresburg, Tenn.
• 2007: Steve Casebolt, Richmond, Ind.
• 2006: Scott Bloomquist, Mooresburg, Tenn.
• 2005: Matt Miller, Waterville, Ohio
• 2004: Scott Bloomquist, Mooresburg, Tenn.
• 2003: Darrell Lanigan, Union, Ky.
• 2002: Scott Bloomquist, Mooresburg, Tenn.
• 2001: Replaced by Eldora Million
• 2000: Freddy Smith, Knoxville, Tenn.
• 1999: Rick Eckert, York, Pa.
• 1998: Billy Moyer, Batesville, Ark.
• 1997: Jimmy Mars, Elk Mound, Wis.
• 1996: Donnie Moran, Dresden, Ohio
• 1995: Scott Bloomquist, Mooresburg, Tenn.
• 1994: Freddy Smith, Baton Rouge, La.

How To Stream The Dirt Late Model Dream At Eldora Speedway

The race is streaming live on FloRacing and the FloSports app. Race replays, highlights and breaking news will be on both platforms. 

When Is The Dirt Late Model Dream?

June 6-8 (drivers will run either Thursday or Friday in 40-lap, $25,000-to-win preliminary feature programs; Saturday's 100-lap finale will be preceded by heat and consolations races).

The Castrol FloRacing Night in America at Eldora Speedway is on June 5. 

Where Is The Dirt Late Model Dream Held?

Eldora Speedway in Rossburg, Ohio (high-banked, half-mile clay oval).

How Much Does The Dirt Late Model Dream Pay to Win?

The Dirt Late Model Dream is headlined by a $100,030-to-win Late Model feature.

2024 Dirt Late Model Dream Schedule

(All times local; subject to change)

Wednesday

• 10 a.m.: Ticket office opens (ticket and pit pass sales)
• 11 a.m.: Pits open
• Noon: Technical inspection begins
• 1 p.m.: Grounds cleared and secured
• 2 p.m.: All gates, suites and concessions open
• 5 p.m.: Drivers’ meeting (infield)
• 6 p.m.: Hot laps
• 7:30 p.m. : Opening ceremonies
• Competition
  • Late Model time trials
  • Late Model heats (10 laps)
  • Late Model consolations (12 laps)
  • Castrol FloRacing Night in America feature (50 laps)

Thursday

• 11 a.m.: Ticket office opens (ticket and pit pass sales)
• Noon: Pits open
• 12:30 p.m.: Technical inspection begins
• 1 p.m.: Grounds cleared and secured
• 2 p.m.: All gates, suites and concessions open
• 5 p.m.: Drivers’ meeting (infield)
• 6:30 p.m.: Hot laps
• 8 p.m.: Opening ceremonies
• Competition
  • Late Model time trials
  • Late Model heats (10 laps)
  • Late Model consolations (12 laps)
  • Late Model qualifying feature (50 laps)

Friday

• 11 a.m.: Ticket office opens (ticket and pit pass sales)
• Noon: Pits open
• 12:30 p.m.: Technical inspection begins
• 1 p.m.: Grounds cleared and secured
• 2 p.m.: All gates, suites and concessions open
• 5 p.m.: Drivers’ meeting (infield)
• 6:30 p.m.: Hot laps
• 8 p.m.: Opening ceremonies
• Competition
  • -Late Model time trials
  • -Late Model heats (10 laps)
  • -Late Model consolations (12 laps)
  • -Late Model qualifying feature (50 laps)

- Following last checkered flag: Live music (fan zone)

Saturday

• 11 a.m.: Ticket office opens (ticket and pit pass sales)
• 11 a.m.: Grounds cleared and secured
• Noon: All gates, suites and concessions open
• 1 p.m.: Outreach service (white tent near pond)
• 3:30 p.m.: Driver autograph session (fan zone)
• 4:30 p.m.: Public drivers’ meeting (fan zone)
• 6:30 p.m.: Hot laps
• 8 p.m.: Opening ceremonies
• Competition
  •  Late Model heats (15 laps)
  •  Late Model consolations (20 laps)
  •  Dream XXX feature (100 laps)

Who Sanctions The Dirt Late Model Dream?

DIRTcar Racing will sanction the 2024 Dirt Late Model Dream

Who Won Last Year's Dirt Late Model Dream?

Jonathan Davenport of Blairsville, Ga., who won his second career Dream and first since 2015.

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FloRacing Archived Footage

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