One thing was certain when we began this new journey in Roswell, New Mexico: The City of Roswell  and the state of New Mexico were all in. Fully and completely.

The establishment of that support from the very beginning gave our team an indescribable comfort and strength in moving forward. We honestly could not have asked for anything more.

And then to see the way the surrounding cities embraced this event throughout the year, has been the icing on the cake.

We have a new home in Roswell, and are honored to be a part of the great future of New Mexico. Amazing days lay before us, but for now we exclaim a very big THANK YOU for the incredible history that’s been made already.

Today marks one month since airplanes first raced the brand new course here at Roswell Air Center. While the sites and sounds of that week still echo, we’re even more overwhelmed by the thought of how many people it took to make this event happen.

At the center of that effort is our incredible volunteer team. We were thrilled to see so many smiling faces from years past, while also welcoming in brand new volunteers from the surrounding area. The support was amazing!

Another crucial team for the Air Races is the first responders. Safety is paramount to our event, and they were prepared well in advance for the new venue and all the event entails.

Additionally, our amazing Performers, Announcers, Flight Ops Crew and Ground Ops Crew all worked together to add more fun and safety throughout the week.

And to the Race Pilots and Crew Members that participated this year, we were honored to have you with us for this historic event. Every person in attendance was excited to see you conquer the new course.

Finally, we are so thankful for our small but mighty RARA team, which has navigated this transition with a tireless effort that is appreciated beyond all measure. 

THANK YOU to all of you that put time and energy into making sure this event ran as smoothly as possible for everyone in attendance. We are truly grateful.

What a special first week of Air Racing in Roswell! We are SO GRATEFUL to everyone that came out to the event. It was incredible to have such an amazing mix of those who’ve been coming for decades and others who are just now joining the September Family.

Each of you that stepped through that gorgeous new entryway can now say you were part of a truly historic event – the first ever National Championship Air Races in Roswell, New Mexico!

We know that those of you who’ve been coming to Air Races for years were probably uncertain how it would go in the new venue. And those of you who’ve never been to an Air Races were probably uncertain about what to expect. So to all of you, THANK YOU for taking the chance and joining us!

As with any major event – especially an inaugural one – there are areas that can be improved upon for the next year. But we are thrilled that the feedback in general has been so positive. We appreciate so much all that you’ve shared with us. 

More appreciation to come for all of those who helped make last week so special, but we wanted to start first and foremost with all of you that attended. We can’t wait to have you back in 2026!

Roswell, NM – National Championship Air Races organizers have decided to postpone the rest of the day’s races and performances due to rain and thunderstorms in the area. Flight operations will cease today at 1:45 p.m. With safety always at the forefront of our events, the decision was made out of caution for the pilots, the ability for emergency services to perform their duties and the comfort of everyone in attendance. The remainder of Saturday’s races will be included in Sunday’s schedule and organizers will honor all Saturday (including parking, pit, etc.) ticket purchases for Sunday, Sept. 14. Those with reserved seats and daily boxes for Saturday will be reassigned as needed for Sunday and will receive new ticket confirmations via email.  Scheduled updates will be posted on NCAR’s Facebook and Instagram pages – as well as here on the website – as soon as possible.

One of the most common questions we’ve heard from fans planning their trip to Roswell for the 2025 National Championship Air Races is: Will there be local public transportation to the event?

We’re excited to share that the answer is yes—and it’s free! Thanks to Roswell Transit, visitors will have convenient, reliable complimentary shuttle service from hotels, motels, and local Airbnb properties throughout the Roswell area straight to the races.

Here’s what you need to know:

• Pickup Service: Roswell Transit will operate 12-passenger buses that pick up guests directly from local lodging. To schedule a ride, simply call 575-624-6766. (With four phone lines available, staff will be ready to assist promptly.)
• Main Transfer Station: All passengers will first be brought to the central transfer hub at 515 N. Main Street.
• Dedicated Race Shuttles: From the transfer station, two to three dedicated buses will shuttle fans out to the race venue. Depending on traffic, buses are expected to arrive at the races roughly every 30–40 minutes.
• Cost: All rides to and from the races are absolutely free for NCAR fans.

Operating Hours

• September 10–12: 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM
• September 13–14 (Weekend): 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM (extended from normal weekend hours)

Roswell Transit will have two shifts of employees daily, with additional staff on standby, ensuring smooth service for the thousands of visitors expected in Roswell.

Whether you’re staying downtown or at a nearby hotel, this free transit option makes it easy to get to the action without the hassle of driving and parking.

We can’t wait to welcome you aboard—and see you at the races this September 10–14!