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Live shows, practice, pit-bike racing, autograph sessions, camping, and more make for a full weekend of entertainment in Concord & Las Vegas
ELLENTON, FL – September 5, 2025 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) – The SMX World Championship is heating up as the first of three Playoff races enters zMAX Dragway on Saturday, September 6, in Concord, North Carolina. Tickets to see the world’s best on two wheels are still available at SuperMotocross.com, along with a variety of VIP and camping options for sale that complete the race day experience. Playoff action continues with Playoff 2 on Saturday, September 13, at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis followed by the SMX World Championship Final returning to The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway in Las Vegas, on Saturday, September 20.
he 2025 regular season delivered tremendous battles and shocking twists across 28 rounds. The Monster Energy Supercross Championship proved to be one of the most exciting in recent memory, with Cooper Webb clinching his third 450SX title in dramatic fashion—edging Chase Sexton by just two points in the Salt Lake City finale, while Justin Cooper secured third overall. In the 250 ranks, Haiden Deegan dominated the West with four wins en route to his first Supercross crown, and Tom Vialle showcased consistency to capture the East title by just three points over Seth Hammaker. As the action moved outdoors for the Pro Motocross Championship, defending SMX World Champion Jett Lawrence returned from injury with a vengeance, winning eight of 11 rounds and locking up the 450 title one race early. Deegan further cemented his rising-star status in the 250 Class, winning six of 11 rounds to claim the championship over Jo Shimoda in what marked his final Pro Motocross season in the class. When the dust settled on the regular season, it was Justin Cooper and Haiden Deegan who secured the respective top seeds in each class entering the Playoffs.
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Justin Cooper, #1 450SMX Class seed (left) and Haiden Deegan, #1 250SMX Class seed (right)
Fans can expect a two-day experience in Concord and Las Vegas. Friday’s Fan Zone in Concord and Las Vegas will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. local time and will feature access to the pre-race press conference, practice sessions, pit-bike racing, and the SMX Insiders live show. The prerace press conference will feature the top seeds heading into the Playoffs as they prepare for a postseason run with so much on the line. A Friday Fan Zone ticket will be necessary to take part in all Friday activities and can be purchased at SuperMotocross.com.
The SMX Insiders Live Podcast Mashup is back in Concord and Las Vegas. It will feature some of the biggest names in the podcast world, starting with the “Insiders” Jason Weigandt and Jason Thomas. Joining the Jason’s will be Title 24’s Ricky Carmichael, Bubba’s World’s James Stewart, and Steve Matthes of the Pulp MX Show. The SMX Insiders Live Podcast Mashup will take place in the Friday Fan Zone from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The SMX Insiders Live Podcast Mashup is open to all fans in attendance on Friday in Concord and Las Vegas.
For fans looking to elevate their race day, a variety of VIP experiences are available that bring you closer to the action than ever before. Exclusive race team experiences are offered with Monster Energy Star Racing Yamaha, Twisted Tea Suzuki, and the Lawrence Brothers. Step inside the team tents with stars like Cooper Webb, Eli Tomac, and Ken Roczen—see the bikes and haulers up close, have lunch with the crew, meet the riders, and get an inside look at race day preparation. Additional behind-the-scenes access includes exclusive track walks, trackside views of the famous Opening Ceremonies, and prime trackside spots for the evening’s final Motos. Shop all SMX VIP experiences here.
The Inside Track will return to Concord and Las Vegas this year, giving fans another opportunity to embed themselves in the racing action all day long. Included are VIP benefits such as refreshments, a catered dinner, restrooms, and a private bar. Inside Track customers have also have access to the premium viewing area for Friday practice sessions in addition to race day. Learn more here.
The Inside Track (Las Vegas pictured above) allows fans to experience the thrill of a lifetime from the ultimate vantage point
Saturday’s FanFest gives fans the chance to get autographs, take photos, explore sponsor activations, and check out the bikes up close. FanFest hours for each post-season race are listed below.
- Concord – 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. ET | Included with the purchase of an event ticket
- St. Louis – 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. CT | FanFest tickets sold separately
- Las Vegas – 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. ET | Included with the purchase of an event ticket
VIP guests also have access to the Champions Lounge in FanFest, a private space to grab refreshments, charge devices, and relax before the race. More information available at smxexperiences.com.
The Champions Lounge is located within FanFest and provides VIP fans a place to take a recharge throughout race day
Camping options for every budget and experience level are available in Concord and Las Vegas. At zMAX Dragway, camping will be open Friday – Sunday and at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, will open Thursday – Sunday.
Las Vegas Event Map – camping, shuttle pickup, ride share pickup, and parking
Aptly named, The Strip at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway is conveniently located just twenty minutes away from the world-famous Las Vegas strip. Several enhancements have been made to this year’s World Championship Final:
- Parking is included with the purchase of a ticket
- Added multiple venue entry points and faster security checks into Saturday FanFest for more seamless guest event access
- Catch a free ride from the track to the Las Vegas Strip with the complimentary Post-Event Shuttle service (available on first-come, first-serve basis)
A variety of travel packages are also available to fans for the SMX World Championship Final. Please visit SMX World Championship Final Travel Packages for more details. Fans can purchase hotel and camping accommodations that include many ticketing and VIP experience options.
Tickets are still available for all three post-season SMX races at supermotocross.com.
About the SMX World Championship:
The SMX World Championship™ is the premier off-road motorcycle racing series in the world that combines the technical precision of stadium racing with the all-out speed and endurance of outdoor racing. Created in 2022, the SMX World Championship Series combines the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship and the AMA Pro Motocross Championship into a 28-round regular season that culminates with the season-ending SMX World Championship Playoffs. Visit SuperMotocross.com for more information.
About Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship:
Monster Energy AMA Supercross is the most competitive and highest-profile off-road motorcycle racing championship on the planet. Founded in America and sanctioned by the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) since 1974. Over 17 weeks, Supercross attracts some of the largest and most impressive crowds inside the most recognizable and prestigious stadiums in North America to race in front of nearly one million live fans and broadcast to millions more worldwide. For more information, visit SupercrossLIVE.com.
About AMA Pro Motocross Championship:
The AMA Pro Motocross Championship features the world’s fastest outdoor motocross racers, competing aboard homologated bikes from one of seven competing manufacturers on a collection of the roughest, toughest tracks on the planet. Racing takes place each Saturday afternoon, with competition divided into two classes: one for 250cc machines, and one for 450cc machines. MX Sports Pro Racing, the industry leader in off-road powersports event production, manages the AMA Pro Motocross Championship.
More information can be found at www.ProMotocross.com.
Source: SuperMotocross League
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