THE GRIDLIFE EXPERIENCE
THE SUMMER APEX EXPERIENCE
GRIDLIFE Summer Apex marks the peak of the season with a long-awaited return to the legendary Watkins Glen International. The complete GRIDLIFE experience is coming to this historic venue with multiple series of wheel-to-wheel racing, full-course drifting, live music performances, car showfield, trackside camping, and some of the best festival energy of the season.
With a backdrop this legendary and a community this passionate, Summer Apex is set to become one of the most memorable stops on the 2026 calendar. Whether you’re a dedicated GRIDLIFER or stepping into the paddock for the first time, this is the weekend to join the GRIDFam.
MUSIC
Each year GRIDLIFE brings a full lineup of talent to the NOS Energy stage throughout the weekend. From light performances during the day, to national headliners at night, to special guests surprises and Aftergrid sets, there is no shortage of good times, good tunes and reasons to dance on the GRID.
ARTISTS ANNOUNCING CLOSER TO THE EVENT
CAMPING
Stay all weekend! GRIDLIFERS will attest that the best Festival experience is in the campgrounds sharing the weekend with friends, old and new. The GRIDLIFE Camping experience features multiple options for on site general camping
Camping is per car not per person so you can split the cost with the crew.
MOTORSPORTS
Watch nonstop action all weekend across three different racing categories, the powerful GRIDLIFE GT series, Eibach GRIDLIFE Touring Cup with some of the closest competition in the country, and the GRIDLIFE RUSH Series running the RUSH Autoworks sports racer. TrackBattle Time Attack takes to the course in a race against the clock, challenging track records in seven unique categories. Throughout, GRIDLIFE Drift puts on a show demonstrating skill and precision with guest pro drivers.
SHOWFIELD
GRIDLIFE is about celebrating all forms of automotive enthusiasm. From the fastest track cars to the best builds from every school. The Showfield and Concours bring the best of the show world right to the heart of the paddock.
Hand picked feature cars along with show categories for every build makes #GRIDLIFE the place to show your best in 2026
MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON
ARCADE
Racing Simulators, vintage arcade cabs, Mario Kart, Smash Brothers and more. Kick back and grab high scores and virtual lap times at the GRIDLIFE Arcade.
From conquering virtual race tracks to chasing high scores, the GRIDLIFE Arcade is the place to be when you’re off-track. Packed with state-of-the-art sim rigs, vintage arcade games, ping pong, corn hole, and more, it’s the perfect spot to unwind, hang with friends, and keep the competition going long after the track goes cold. Come through and let the games begin.
VENDORS
The GRIDLIFE experience features so much to explore. Check out the vendor village with tons of brands and shops selling one of a kind apparel, merch and more. When you're hungry, head down to the food court and grab some mouth watering snacks from some of the incredible local and national vendors.
GRIDLIFE has enough options for even the pickiest of eaters: Veggie, Vegan, Gluten Free included.
SEE YOU ON THE GRID
A cornerstone of the 2026 season, GRIDLIFE Summer Apex marks a long-awaited return to the legendary Watkins Glen International. For the first time since 2023, The Glen becomes home to three incredible days of high-energy racing, drifting, and live music to one of the most iconic circuits in North America.
Summer Apex brings the complete GRIDLIFE experience to this historic venue: multiple series of wheel-to-wheel racing, full-course drifting, live music performances, a car show, trackside camping, and some of the best festival energy of the season. Whether you’re a dedicated GRIDLIFER or stepping into the paddock for the first time, this is the weekend to join the GRIDFam.
With a backdrop this legendary and a community this passionate, Summer Apex is set to become one of the most memorable stops on the 2026 calendar.
2026 Provision Motorsports Schedule is HERE!