Windy Hollow Speedway

Western Kentucky Speedway, located in Madisonville, KY, is a premier racing venue that hosts thrilling events for motorsports enthusiasts. The facility features a variety of competitive races including Mini Stock Mania, the KY Top Dog Series, and events for CRUSA and Factory Stocks, offering substantial prize purses for both drivers and fans to enjoy. With a history of exciting races and a vibrant community of racers, Western Kentucky Speedway consistently delivers high-energy entertainment. The speedway is dedicated to fostering a competitive environment, showcasing local talent while providing fans with a memorable experience in the heart of Kentucky. Generated from the website

HistoryEllis Park was built by the Green River Jockey Club in 1922. It initially held a harness meeting on the Grand Circuit for the total of $32,000 in purses for a five-day race meeting. On November 10, 1922, a 10-day thoroughbred meet with purses of $62,000 was held. The meet was a stop on the train route south to New Orleans for winter racing at Fair Grounds Race Course. These short meets didn't meet the needs of the track and in 1925, after three years of operation, the Green River Jockey Club went bankrupt. In 1925, James C. Ellis, a Rockport businessman, purchased the track, then called Dade Park. He brought about many changes at the track including adding a totalisator wagering system and a terrace grandstand. The facility was renamed Ellis Park in 1954. James Ellis died in 1956.SpecialtiesOpen 365 days a year, Ellis Park Racing accommodates all horse racing enthusiasts. The newly remodeled first floor of the Clubhouse features 187 Instant Racing Machines, 30+ Flat Screen TVs, a state of the art simulcasting center and a brand new bar area. The restaurant Lucky Joe's Bar & Grill provides tasty meals and drinks, from burgers to hotdogs.