There are already plenty for truck enthusiasts to see in Springfield this week, but one attendee will leave with something more than photos and memories.
The American Truck Historical Society plans to award a pair of VIP NASCAR Cup Series tickets during its Awards Banquet on June 5 as part of a fundraising raffle held throughout the organization’s National Convention and Truck Show.
The winner will receive two VIP tickets to the Sept. 27 NASCAR Cup Series race at Kansas Speedway. Raffle tickets are available for $5 each, with proceeds supporting ATHS’s Building Maintenance Campaign.
For anyone attending the convention and still considering entering, time is running short. The drawing takes place Friday evening.
A Busy Week in Springfield
The convention opened earlier this week at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds and continues through June 6, bringing together truck owners, drivers, collectors, and industry enthusiasts from across the country.
Rows of restored classics, rare trucks, and historic working equipment have filled the grounds as attendees spend the week exploring exhibits, demonstrations, vendor displays, and trucking memorabilia. The event also includes an evening light show that has become a popular attraction for visitors.
This year’s gathering carries added significance because Route 66 is celebrating its centennial in 2026. Springfield’s deep connection to the historic highway helped make it a natural choice for this year’s event.
ATHS noted that the city provides a fitting backdrop for a convention focused on preserving and celebrating trucking’s history.
More Than A NASCAR Prize
While the raffle winner will walk away with a NASCAR experience, the fundraiser itself supports a larger effort.
According to ATHS, proceeds will help preserve the society’s headquarters and support its mission for future generations. The organization has spent decades documenting trucking history and highlighting the people, equipment, and milestones that helped shape the industry.
The raffle gives attendees an opportunity to support that mission while also taking a shot at a trip to Kansas Speedway later this year.
Advance registration for the convention has already closed, but on-site registration remains available. Daily spectator admission costs $15 for ATHS members and $20 for non-members. Children ages 12 and under are admitted free.
More details about the schedule of events can be found here.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
Source: Land Line Media
