The SimRacing Expo is officially crossing the Atlantic. For the first time ever, the world’s largest event dedicated to virtual motorsport is heading to North America, landing in Charlotte, North Carolina from May 22–24, 2026 — and the first wave of exhibitors has just been announced.
Attendees can expect hands-on access to the latest gear and experiences from industry heavyweights including Asetek SimSports, eNASCAR, Fanatec, Giants Software, iRacing, and Thrustmaster, with more partners set to be revealed in the coming months.
A Global SimRacing Hub Comes Stateside
Over the past 11 years, SimRacing Expo has grown into a global centerpiece for the SimRacing community, drawing over 24,000 visitors to its 2025 event in Dortmund. Now, the Charlotte edition promises to be the show’s most ambitious yet, featuring a multi-day stage program packed with announcements, reveals, and live activities.
Visitors can look forward to:
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Playtesting cutting-edge SimRacing hardware and software
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Experiencing professional-grade simulator rigs
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Seeing legendary race cars up close
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Meeting real-world drivers, teams, and top SimRacing creators
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Connecting with fans from across the global SimRacing scene
The Golden Ticket Experience
For fans looking to go all-in, the Golden Ticket offers a premium motorsport weekend. Limited to just 500 tickets, this package includes:
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Full weekend access to SimRacing Expo
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Entry to the NASCAR Hall of Fame on a selected day
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A pre-race Track Pass and Turn 4 seating for the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Sunday, May 24
Golden Tickets are priced at $299, while standard expo tickets start at $29, with discounted options available for students, seniors, and attendees with disabilities.
According to SimRacing Expo CEO Michael Wamser, this is only the beginning: more exhibitors, guests, and surprises will be announced as the event draws closer.
Tickets are available now via the official SimRacing Expo ticketing site, and you can stay up to date on announcements by following the event at simracingexpo.com.
If you’re passionate about SimRacing, motorsport, or both, this is shaping up to be a must-attend event for 2026.