September is shaping up to be a big month at Portland International Raceway, with two straight weekends of amateur road racing bringing a wide mix of cars, drivers, and racing formats to the PIR road course rain or shine. Oregon…
Portland International Raceway will host a full Labor Day weekend celebration of vintage racing and British automotive culture on September 5-6, 2026, as the 24th Annual SOVREN Columbia River Classic / 12th U.S. Bugatti Grand Prix joins the 49th Annual…
You might know it for the roar of an engine on a race weekend. But Portland International Raceway has always been more than a racetrack—and it’s been part of North Portland since 1961, established on the vacant remains of the old…
We are looking forward to a second year of partnering with OMSI for our Summer Camp. This year’s 2026 summer camp will host 20 students, free of charge, supported by grants and individual donations. This camp is aimed to serve…
To our FOPIR Community, Patience and preparation are the keys to success in racing—whether you’re waiting for the green flag or navigating the complexities of city permits. As we’ve worked through lengthy permitting issues with the City for our new…
What started as a small group of volunteers dedicated to preserving a beloved public space has become two decades of hundreds of volunteers, partners, and supporters like you supporting events and opening doors for youth who have historically been left…
Clear your calendar and make room in the garage—the legendary Portland International Raceway (PIR) Automotive Swap Meet is coming up this spring, and it’s shaping up to be another must-attend weekend for car lovers of all kinds. Known as one…
In 2025 Friends of PIR partnered with local youth groups to experience the Rose Cup Races for the first time and along with OMSI had a fun STEM summer camp at Portland International Raceway. We plan to make a stronger…
We are excited to announce that FOPIR members are once again invited to visit the Columbia Sportswear Company store! From now until November 30th, 2025 FOPIR members have access to the Columbia Employee Store, which is a great way to…
Very excited to announce we have an online store and it has been updated with our latest merch! We have FOPIR and Rose Cupe Races merchandise, with more to come! Check out our store at: FOPIR Store