Murray Bridge Speedway is located in the city of Murray Bridge, 45 minutes from Adelaide and just up the South Eastern freeway on the picturesque River Murray. It is also a similar distance from the Barossa Valley, Coorong and Fleurieu Peninsula. Murray Bridge is famous for its 3 bridges is the largest town on the River Murray in SA and is rich in river history.

The speedway itself is part of the history of Murray Bridge. Established in 1958 by a group of local business men who needed a venue to do what they love the most. The venue is commencing its 49th year of operation and has been owned and operated by the Murray Bridge Sporting Car Club and Motorcycle Club Inc. since 1962. During this time, the speedway has hosted many state and national championships. In December each year, it also hosts a round of the World Series Sprintcars.

The track is located approximately 1.5km from the city centre on the eastside of the river. The complex consists of a 360 metre oval track with banked corners, large grandstand and pit area along with a function centre located on the second storey of the office/administration building. The venue holds up to 6000 spectators with the function centre comfortably catering for 230. With the inclusion of the function centre, comes a new era at the speedway as it diversifies its uses. The unspoilt views across the river from the function centre are one of Murray Bridge’s best kept secrets.

The Murray Bridge Speedway is known around Australia as one the nations best speedway venues. Drivers appreciate the circuit which gives all in attendance such great racing. For the fans, a friendly layout greets you with the terracing grandstand looking down onto the racetrack creating a natural amphitheatre which, along with the great racing, creates a tremendous atmosphere. The venue is very family orientated and offers magnificent facilities with attractive food and beverage outlets and corporate suites available for hire.

After the racing has concluded, spectators are invited into the pit area to rub shoulders or have their photo taken with their favourite driver, get a few autographs and be part of the official presentations which take place shortly after the conclusion of the meeting.

Further details of the race meetings and events are found under the calendar link on the menu bar. The race season consists of many high calibre events hosting many South Australian and National Titles and other high profile series events each year. The season is always designed to provide a variety in the racing and to give great viewing to the patrons of the speedway.

When visiting the Murray Bridge Speedway, remember that you can stay another day in this beautiful part of the country. A suggested first stop is to the Murray Bridge Visitor Centre to obtain personalised information on Murray Bridge and the wider Murraylands region of South Australia.

Sponsors Mechanic Day Cancelled Sunday April 27, 2008. Kayeleen Due to the weather conditions forecast for today and the current track conditions the decision has been made to cancel todays Sponsors/ Mechanics Day.

Hendry Does It For ‘the Boss’ Sunday April 20, 2008. Matt Naulty Media Jamie Hendry was a deserving winner and now goes into the history books after claiming the inaugural Ross Wright Sprintcar Memorial at Murray Bridge Speedway on Saturday night.

The Curtain Comes Down For The Season This Saturday Night At “the Bridge” Wednesday April 16, 2008. Matt Naulty Media In what will be an a emotional night, the curtain is set to fall on the 2007/08 season this Saturday night as the Wright family present the Ross Wright Sprintcar Memorial at Murray Bridge Speedway.

Last Chance For Some Smokin’ Action This Saturday Night. Wednesday April 9, 2008. Matt Naulty Media

The Skies Are The Limit At Murray Bridge Speedway. Wednesday April 9, 2008. Matt Naulty Media After the final night bumps and grinds its way on Saturday April 19, Murray Bridge Speedway is now reaching for the skies for the new season, set down for a start in mid October 2008.

Brown Empties The "money Factory" Monday April 7, 2008. Matt Naulty Media For the second time in two weeks, Sydney’s Mark Brown has walked away with the loot, claiming the 2008 TRUCK FACTORY SA Speedcar Championship at Murray Bridge Speedway on Saturday night.