12th Annual Draggin’ & Pullin’ in the Pines 2026

The 12th Annual Draggin’ & Pullin’ in the Pines Charity Truck Show returns to Pine Valley Raceway in Lufkin, Texas, from October 16 through October 18, 2026. Presented in partnership with East Texas Truck Center, Kelly’s Truck Parts, and Mad Gear Hot Rod Apparel, 100% of all event proceeds benefit Mission 22 and the Wyakin Foundation.

The action-packed weekend features drag racing, pulling competitions, and family entertainment across two main event days. On Friday, October 16, gates open to the public at 10:00 AM for Test & Tune drags, followed by tractor pulls at 5:00 PM and an evening Kick Off Party with the Caleb Lane Band at 10:00 PM. On Saturday, October 17, gates open at 8:00 AM with diesel drags starting at 10:00 AM, a foam party at 1:00 PM, a burnout contest at 2:00 PM, tractor pulls at 5:00 PM, and big rig sled pulls capping off the night at 10:00 PM.

Spectator admission is $10 cash per person per day at the gate, with children 12 and under admitted free. Custom cars, pickup trucks, motorcycles, and ATVs can register on-site for $40 cash, which includes one wristband. Big rig truck show participants can register via NAST with over $9,500 in cash awards and $10,000 in prizes and giveaways.