Our Goals

Friends of PIR is dedicated to three key goals that not only benefit Portland International Raceway, but also the surrounding communities.

Community

Sustaining and expanding PIR’s
civic contribution in Portland and
surrounding areas.

Culture

Building PIR’s value as an
accessible venue for motorsports,
as well as many other forms of
recreation and entertainment.

Competition

Preserving and enhancing PIR as
a resource for race participants,
spectators and user groups.

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It’s free.

What’s Next

Hot Summer Nights Cruise-In Launches June 4th

The Vancouver and Portland automotive community have been fortunate to have had Beaches Summertime Cruise-In for 29 years.  As all things eventually […]

What’s Next

Multipurpose Covered Pergola

In an effort to continuously improve the amenities at Portland International Raceway, Friends of PIR has been working with ZGF Architects LLC, as well as local officials, to gain approval on renovation of the existing PIR café including a new covered pavilion area. To read more about the progress of this project, as well as view additional renderings, please click below.

Action Packed Rose Cup Races Planned

Friends of PIR is excited to announce the 64th Annual Rose Cup Races! Come join us for the fun and excitement July 12-13, 2025, […]

Hot Summer Nights Cruise-In Launches June 4th

The Vancouver and Portland automotive community have been fortunate to have had Beaches Summertime Cruise-In for 29 years.  As all things eventually […]

Successful Opening Race Weekend for CSCC & ICSCC

Cascade Sports Car Club’s Rose City Opener has been run, and “Opener” was a theme!  It was the International Conference […]

Busy Season Offers Many Volunteer Opportunties

The 2025 race season at Portland International Raceway (PIR) will be a very busy one. Volunteers get the best seat […]

Interested in volunteering?

Everything we do at Friends of PIR relies on our amazing, dedicated volunteers. If you’d like to join an excellent group of people sharing a passion for Portland International Raceway and the surrounding communities, click below to sign up today.