One of the most prestigious events in dirt racing is finally headed to Eldora Speedway this weekend as the Dirt Late Model Dream XXXI hits the track starting on Thursday, June 5. 

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The early entry list assured fans that the best in the sport will return in pursuit of a grand payout and points toward their season, including reigning Dirt Late Model Dream champion Jonathan Davenport. Alongside Davenport will be fellow former Dream winners Brandon Overton, Brandon Sheppard, Dennis Erb, Dale McDowell and Shane Clanton. 

Across the three-day spectacle, over a combined $625,000 will be on the line, with Wednesday's FloRacing Night in America event bumping the cash rewards even higher. 

96 early entries have hit the roster so far, but driver registration remains open for those hoping to get in on the ultimate prize that awaits on Saturday.

Here's everything to know ahead of the preliminary races that begin on Thursday at Eldora Speedway:

What Is The 2025 Dirt Late Model Dream Purse?

The Dirt Late Model Dream will give $100,000 to the winner of the final race held on Saturday, June 7. The total purse across the entire event hovers around $625,000.   

2025 Dirt Late Model Dream At Eldora Speedway Schedule

(All times local; subject to change)

Wednesday, June 4

• 2025 FloRacing Night In America at Eldora Speedway ($20,000 to win)

Thursday, June 5

• 2025 Dirt Late Model Dream Preliminary Night 1 ($30,000 to win)

Friday, June 6

• 2025 Dirt Late Model Dream Preliminary Night 2 ($30,000 to win)

Saturday, June 7

• 2025 Dirt Late Model Dream at Eldora Speedway
  • Heats
  • B-Features
  • $100,000 to win

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?

The Dirt Late Model Dream takes place June 5-7. Drivers will run either Thursday or Friday in $30,000-to-win preliminary feature programs; Saturday's 100-lap finale will be preceded by heat and consolations races.

Action begins at Eldora Speedway with the FloRacing Night In America at Eldora Speedway in a $20,000-to-win race on Wednesday night, June 4.

Where Is The Dirt Late Model Dream Held?

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

Who Sanctions The Dirt Late Model Dream?

DIRTcar Racing will sanction the 2025 Dirt Late Model Dream.

Who Won Last Year's Dirt Late Model Dream At Eldora Speedway?

Jonathan Davenport of Blairsville, Ga., who won his third career Dream and second in a row.

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FloRacing Archived Footage

Video footage from the event will be archived and stored in a video library for FloRacing subscribers to watch for the duration of their subscription.

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