Drivers Holiday Challenge

At 0h02, on December 8, 2025 • By Western Fair

The Raceway at Western Fair District will once again celebrate the season of giving with its sixth annual Drivers’ Holiday Challenge, taking place on Tuesday, Dec. 9 from 5pm-10pm.

This year’s edition introduces a new twist, as teams of two drivers representing regions across Canada will go head-to-head for national holiday bragging rights — all in support of Toys for Tots.

There will be four regional teams vying for top honours in the friendly competition, as listed below.

Western Canada: Phil Hudon & Daryl Thiessen
Ontario: Garrett Rooney & Lorne House
Maritimes: Austin Sorrie & Paul MacKenzie
Quebec: Louis-Philippe Roy & Samuel Fillion

Drivers will accumulate points throughout the evening’s races, with the regional team earning the highest combined total taking the title of 2025 Holiday Challenge Champions.

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