DOWN TO EARTH ASCEND 2026

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  • June 26-27 | PIKES PEAK INTl. RACEWAY, COlorado

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    Location: 16650 Midway Ranch Rd. Fountain, CO

  • Continuing The Legacy

    Ascend 2026 continues the Down To Earth legacy with bigger action, new experiences, and the same electric energy. Drifting, drag racing, car show, fireworks, and festival vibes all in one weekend.

  • 250+ SHOW CARS

    all makes and models. The car show you know & love from DOWNTOEARTH.

  • Motorsport Paradise

    Drifting, drag racing, burnout competition, hot lapping, and our iconic drift skills competition. + much more.

  • Top Automotive Vendors

    Visit our vendor alley and check out the best national & local brands.

  • Party Under The Fireworks

    Join our garage party with food and beverages, live DJs, all under the sparkling sky.

the ultimate automotive experience.

  • The Art of Automotive.

    Down To Earth ASCEND features 500+ of Colorado’s most modified vehicles. From show cars to track-ready beasts, all makes and models are welcome so you can enjoy the best vehicles from every class.

  • The Thrill of Motorsports.

    We have it all. Drifting, drag racing, burnouts, hot lapping, all on an iconic race track. Down To Earth fans are no longer getting a taste of motorsports; they’re getting the whole meal.

  • Light Up The Sky.

    Fireworks light up the sky at Ascend. Camp overnight at the racetrack and join the fun after dark with our garage party, live DJs, and plenty of food & drinks.

  • Top Automotive Vendors

    Stop by our many vendors and check out new products and merchandise. If you would like to be a vendor, click the button below.

Down To Earth ASCEND FAQs

  • More track time for drifting, bigger fireworks, more entertainment, tug of war on our drag strip for attendees, and much more.

  • Down To Earth days offered a taste of motorsports with our beloved car show. Now, we have the same style car show with the same rad vehicles, and a full schedule of motorsports. Many of our attendees asked for more drifting. At our last venue, we could not provide that. Now we can.

  • Vehicle registration is open and on a first come first serve basis. Once we well out, there are no other spots available.

  • Yes! We have awards in over 25 categories for vehicles.

  • Absolutely! You can participate in drifting, straight/circle drags, burnouts, two-step, and hot lapping. Vehicles will be subject to tech & safety inspection.

  • Tickets are available in limited quantities. Click the ‘tickets’ button above or head to this link.

    TICKETS

  • Kids of all ages are welcome, and kids under 9 are FREE!

  • Parking is available on-site and is always FREE!

  • Yes. We have front-row handicap parking. A permit must be visible in your window.

  • Yes. Every year, our tickets sell out, so don’t wait!

  • Head to our ‘Vendors & Sponsors’ tab and fill out the form. You can also email us at downtoearthmvmt@gmail.com

  • Camping passes can be purchased in addition to your general admission tickets.

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Formerly DOWNTOEARTH DAYS

For nearly a decade, Down To Earth Days built a reputation as one of Colorado’s most authentic and community-driven automotive events.

Now, by joining forces with Pikes Peak International Raceway, we’re unlocking a level of motorsports we’ve always dreamed of offering.

Together, PPIR and Down To Earth are creating an elevated, two-day experience unlike anything Colorado has ever seen, uniting drifting, racing, car culture, and festival energy under one massive celebration.

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