Kruisin' Kittitas Burnouts Registration 2026

Kruisin' Kittitas - Burnouts Information
Join us for the 22nd Annual Kruisin' Kittitas Car Show & Burnouts on Saturday, August 15, 2026, in downtown Kittitas, WA! Known as one of the only events of its kind in Washington State, the award-winning Burnouts Competition draws participants and spectators from across the region for an unforgettable display of horsepower and tire-smoking action on Main Street.

Online early bird registration is available at a discounted rate of $25.00 per vehicle. Day-of registrations increase to $30.00, space permitting. If you are also participating in the Car Show you must fill out a separate registration found here.

Schedule of Events:
8:00 a.m - Registration and Vendor Setup Begins
10:00 a.m. - Car Show and Vendors Open
2:00 p.m. - Car Show Ends
Car Show Awards Ceremony
2:30 p.m. - Entertainment
3:00 p.m. - Burnouts Competition
Award Ceremony Following Burnouts

Burnouts Rules & Regulations
All burnout vehicles must be street legal, have a valid driver's license, minimum insurance coverage, a driveshaft loop installed, and pass a safety inspection before competing. 

• Registration & Entry
  • Contestants must pre-register and pay the entry fee before 2:00 p.m. on August 15, 2026.
  • A liability waiver and announcement card must be completed before receiving a contestant number, which is required for participation. 
• Driver Requirements
  • A valid driver's license and minimum insurance coverage as required by Washington State Law are mandatory.
  • Minimum age to participate is 18 years old.
• Safety & Conduct
  • Seatbelts must be worn at all times. 
  • No passengers are allowed in burnout vehicles.
  • All drivers must pass a breathalyzer test before participating. If a driver appears under the influence of alcohol or drugs in any way, they will be removed from the competition. 
• Vehicle Safety Inspection
  • All vehicles must pass a basic safety inspection
  • If a safety official deems a vehicle unsafe, it will not be allowed to compete.
  • A driveshaft loop is required on all burnout vehicles. 
• Burnout Rules
  • Each contestant is allowed one burnout attempt - no practice runs or re-runs
  • This is a slow rolling burnout competition - standing still is not permitted. 
  • Awards are determined by smoke production and the length of tire marks left on the pavement. 
  • There are three competition classes open to all, each with a 1st place winner: 
    • Pro Class (previous winners and challengers)
    • Amateur Class (new challenger)
    • Truck Class
• Course Guidelines & Safety
  • Drivers must follow the predetermined course and stop accelerating immediately when signaled by safety officials. 
  • Vehicles must remain centered on the double yellow line. 
  • If a vehicle veers off course or moves in a way deemed unsafe, the driver will be flagged to stop. Failure to comply will result in disqualification.
• Burnout Parking & Staging
  • A designated burnout parking area will be provided where drivers will receive instructions and safety inspections. 
  • Burnouts will be conducted by class, so ensure you are registered in the correct category. 
• Final Compliance   
  • All Participants must follow the directions of safety officials and the Pit Crew at all times
  • Failure to comply, will result in immediate disqualification