Evel Knievel had a way of making people stop and watch. When he lined up for a jump, you knew there was a chance you’d see something legendary. This October, that same excitement is coming to Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
The Evel Knievel Experience is teaming up with Rick Ware Racing as Cody Ware takes the No. 51 Chevrolet into the South Point 400. The partnership brings Evel’s legacy into the NASCAR Cup Series, right here in Las Vegas.
Mike Patterson, director of the Evel Knievel Experience, says, “It’s a fitting place to put Evel’s name back in front of a crowd drawn to speed and spectacle.” For racing fans in Las Vegas, the partnership also creates a direct connection between what’s happening at the Speedway and the Evel Knievel Experience, which opened earlier this year in the city’s Downtown Arts District.
And race day is only part of the story. Cody Ware will compete in a firesuit inspired by Evel’s iconic star-spangled leathers, which will join the collection at the Evel Knievel Experience after the race. For fans of Evel, NASCAR, or Las Vegas history, it’s a rare chance to watch a new piece of that story take shape before eventually seeing it at the Experience itself.
Evel’s Legacy Heads Back to the Racetrack
For Rick Ware, the partnership has a personal connection. Long before becoming a team owner, Ware grew up around Southern California’s car and motorcycle culture and watched Evel’s rise firsthand. Today, Rick Ware Racing competes across several forms of motorsports, including the NASCAR Cup Series.
South Point 400 brings the NASCAR Cup Series to Las Vegas Motor Speedway, and over the course of 267 laps, drivers will cover just over 400 miles on the track’s 1.5-mile oval.
A few key details to remember before race day:
- Cody Ware will be behind the wheel of the No. 51 Chevrolet for Rick Ware Racing.
- The Evel Knievel Experience will be represented on the No. 51 during the South Point 400.
- The race takes place Sunday, October 4, 2026, at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Cody’s Inspiration
The red, white, and blue leathers Evel wore became part of his unmistakable image. Original examples of those star-spangled riding suits can already be seen at the Evel Knievel Experience, alongside motorcycles and other artifacts from his career.
Now, Cody Ware’s custom firesuit adds a modern counterpart to that collection:
- Then: Evel’s star-spangled leathers became synonymous with the jumps and appearances that made him a household name.
- Now: Cody’s Evel-inspired firesuit brings that recognizable look into a modern NASCAR Cup Series race.
When the suit joins the collection, it will give visitors something different to see: a piece created decades after Evel’s most famous jumps that shows how his image and influence are still turning up in motorsports today.
Las Vegas Has Seen Evel Make History Before
Evel Knievel and Las Vegas already share one unforgettable chapter. His 1967 Caesars Palace jump helped turn the city into an important part of the Evel story.
It started at Caesars Palace in 1967.
Evel made it over the fountains on his motorcycle, but the landing went wrong. The footage that followed put even more attention on Evel and helped make the jump one of the best-known moments of his career.
Now, the story picks up at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Nearly six decades later, Evel’s influence returns to the Las Vegas motorsports scene as the Evel Knievel Experience joins Rick Ware Racing for the South Point 400.
Today, visitors can see much more of that history for themselves in Las Vegas. The Evel Knievel Experience in the Downtown Arts District is home to original motorcycles, riding gear, and other artifacts from throughout Evel’s career, along with interactive exhibits, such as the Virtual Reality Jump, where guests can feel what it’s like to soar as America’s favorite daredevil.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Evel Knievel Experience in Las Vegas?
The Evel Knievel Experience is located in the Las Vegas Arts District near Downtown Las Vegas, making it easy to include in a day spent exploring the Arts District and the surrounding Downtown area.
What can you see at the Evel Knievel Experience?
The Experience features more than 75 exhibits and 100 artifacts connected to Evel Knievel’s life and career. Visitors can see original motorcycles, riding gear, his Caesars Palace helmet, the Snake River Skycycle, Big Red, and interactive exhibits.
How long should I plan to spend at the Evel Knievel Experience?
Plan for about 90 minutes to explore the Evel Knievel Experience. Since the exhibits are
self-paced, you can spend more time with the motorcycles, artifacts, and interactive features that interest you most.
Want to See Where the Legend Lives On?
The race may last one afternoon, but Evel Knievel’s story goes far beyond the track. See the motorcycles, gear, artifacts, and unforgettable moments behind the legend at the Evel Knievel Experience in Las Vegas.
Want to experience it for yourself? Get your tickets to the Evel Knievel Experience and make it part of your next Las Vegas adventure.