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.

Join FOPIR today.
It’s free.

What’s Next

The Finish Line Starts With YOU

Give Back to Friends of PIR this #GivingTuesday! Today isn’t just Tuesday—it’s #GivingTuesday, a worldwide day dedicated to giving back […]

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.

Reflecting on Three Successful Oregon Region Street Survival Events in 2025

Promoting Young Adult and Teen Driver Safety Through Real-World Experiences In 2025, Portland International Raceway was proud to host three […]

Cascade’s Golden Jubilee Enduro Closes out PIR’s 2025 Race Season

Cascade Sports Car Club’s 50th annual endurance race is now in the record books.  The event, which took place Saturday, […]

PIR Set for 2026 INDYCAR Return Amid Action-Packed Schedule

Portland will once again roar to life with the return of the NTT INDYCAR SERIES in 2026, as the BITNILE.COM […]

Great Weekend of Nascar at PIR

Labor Day weekend brought high-stakes action to Portland International Raceway as the NASCAR Xfinity Series headlined the Pacific Office Automation 147 […]

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.