Welcome to the Sandhills Open Road Challenge
Are You Up for the Challenge?
August 4-8, 2026
The Sandhills Open Road Challenge (SORC) is a 55-mile rally style open road race through the scenic Nebraska Sandhills. Arguably the most demanding event of its kind in America, SORC offers a daunting series of “S” curves, straights, and 90-degree turns to challenge the most talented of drivers. SORC pioneered the concept of the one-mile shoot out in 2002 and enjoys great popularity with drivers and spectators alike.
All entry fees and sponsorship revenue are donated to a worthy local projects to improve public services, community improvement projects and local scholarship funds. Since 2001, SORC has donated nearly $1.75 million to such projects.
Learn more about SORC in this video created by one of our sponsors, OPTIMA Batteries.
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2026 Event Schedule
The anticipation is building, the countdown is underway, and August will be here before we know it. Get ready for another amazing weekend filled with horsepower, hometown hospitality, and one of the nation’s most unique racing events. We can’t wait…
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