FNR
Friday Night Racing
Racing Weekly
Discover the fun and excitement of Friday Night Racing at the San Diego Velodrome! From April through September, Friday nights are all about supporting and celebrating our newer riders and grassroots racers as they build skill and confidence on the track. These races are competitive yet welcoming, making them the perfect introduction to the world of velodrome racing — for participants and spectators alike!
Designed as a development series, each week offers a variety of race formats to help riders gain well-rounded experience in track racing. Whether you’re aspiring to race on Tuesday nights, or simply enjoying the camaraderie and thrill of Friday nights, FNR is all about fostering a love for the sport in a supportive environment. Spectators are free, come cheer on these riders as they take on new challenges — you might even be inspired to give it a try yourself!
Want to see how the season is going? Check out FNR race results and standings on the Race Results page.
Advanced track racers, please check out TNR. Women+ racers please also see our Women's Racing page.
Want to start racing? Completing our Introductory Class is the first step.
Rider Information
2026 Season Schedule
Subject to change.
All race nights always include C/D/W+ categories, with additional categories only when explicitly noted.
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April 10: Season Opener
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April 17: Silly Race Night
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April 24: NEW Races Night
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May 01: Omnium
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May 08: Masters Night (45+)
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May 15: Salute to MOM
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May 22: Short Races
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May 29: Endurance Night
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June 05: Omnium
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June 12: Masters Night
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June 19: Short Races
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June 26: Endurance Night
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July 03: Omnium
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July 10: Omnium
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July 17: Short Races
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July 24: Christmas in July
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July 31: Endurance Night
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Aug 07: Masters Night
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Aug 14: Short Races
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Aug 21: Endurance Night
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Aug 28: Omnium
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Sep 04: Casino Night
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Sep 11: Short Races
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Sep 18: Endurance Night
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Sep 25: Season Finale - Shenanigans - Pinata
Schedule
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Registration opens: 6:30pm
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Registration closes: 6:50pm
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Warm up: 7pm
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Racing starts: 7:15pm
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Racing concludes: 9pm
Rider Cost
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SDVA Member: $10
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Non-Member: $15
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Under 18: $5
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Race number: $5. Good for entire season.
Rider Requirements
1. You raced FNR last season as an SDVA C or D rider
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2. You have completed the Introductory Class
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3. You have approval, in advance, from an SDVA Race Director. Please email racing@sdvelodrome.com in advance.
Note:
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A specific category on a USAC, or any other racing license does not bypass these eligibility requirements.
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No self-upgrades. By permission of race directors only.
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Racers are categorized based on skill and speed.
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Race officials and the SDVA reserve the right to restrict the categories and riders at their sole discretion.
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FNR races are not USAC sanctioned events, and do not result in upgrade points for your USAC race license.
Upgrades
Riders sufficient skill, fitness, and experience, may be upgraded to race at TNR, with the approval of the Race Director. Please read here for more info about racing categories and upgrades.
