HOTPIT AUTOFEST 2026: Round 4 Southern California’s premier drifting, motorsports, and car culture festival returns — bigger, louder, and faster than ever. Saturday, March 7th, 2026 Gates Open at 12:00 PM Kevin Harvick's Kern Raceway 3500 Raceway Blvd Interstate, 5 and S Enos Ln, Bakersfield, CA 93311 What to expect: $100,000 Professional Drift Competition Watch elite drivers battle door-to-door on the main track for one of the biggest drift purses in the region. VIP Auto Showcase Exotic builds, drift cars, show cars, race cars, stance builds, and custom vehicles on display. Live DJs & Music Performances Non-stop energy throughout the venue with live performances and DJ sets. Models Meet & Greet Meet top automotive models and creators from across SoCal. Driver Meet & Greet + Pit Access Get up close with pro drivers, teams, and drift cars. Vendor Village + Merch Booths Automotive brands, lifestyle merch, parts, apparel, and exclusive Hotpit Autofest gear. Food Trucks & Concessions Giveaways, Activations & Surprises TICKETS & ENTRY Tickets available online and at the gate. VIP access available for premium viewing, lounges, and exclusive areas. FOLLOW: @HotpitAutofest #HotpitAutofest #DriftEvent #SoCalCarEvents #CaliforniaCarShow #MotorsportsFestival #KernRaceway #Drifting2026 #CarCulture