MiataCon returns to Lime Rock

What began in 2022 as an idea to bring Miata enthusiasts together for good vibes and friendly competition has grown into a national celebration of Mazda's iconic roadster and the generations who drive it. Now in its fourth year, MiataCon presented by Piloti returns to Lime Rock Park this Friday and Saturday, Oct. 23-24, uniting racers, owners and fans for a weekend dedicated to the world's most popular sports car.

Since its inception, MiataCon has drawn enthusiasts from across the U.S., including one owner who shipped his bright yellow Miata from Hawaii to Connecticut for last year's event. The car spent five weeks crossing the Pacific before joining hundreds of other Miatas at the track, where wheel-to-wheel racing, car shows and scenic drives brought together owners of all four generations of the Mazda MX-5.

More than 500 Miatas gathered at Lime Rock Park during the event's second year, and by 2025, both the two-day Miata Corral and MiataX driving experiences had sold out. This year, MiataCon builds on that growth with nearly a 10% increase in race participation, an expanded vendor midway and a new category in the Moss Miata Car Show. (click here for ticket information).

“What made MiataCon special from the beginning is that it was never just about racing or showing off cars. It’s about the people who share a genuine passion for the Miata,” said Lime Rock Park Chief Marketing Officer Jamie Kistner. “In four years, we've watched this event grow into something much bigger than we originally imagined, but the atmosphere hasn’t changed. Whether someone is racing for a trophy, taking their first laps around Lime Rock Park or simply spending the weekend with other Miata owners, there's a place for them here.”

Sanctioned by the Sports Car Driving Association (SCDA), MiataCon’s racing program welcomes professional and club racers across multiple generations of the Mazda MX-5, with three racing groups: Spec Miata, Open Exhibition NC/ND and Open Exhibition NA/NB.

For drivers looking to experience Lime Rock Park's historic 1.5-mile circuit without entering wheel-to-wheel competition, SCDA will offer non-racing High Performance Driving Event (HPDE) sessions.

The competition carries additional incentives beyond the checkered flag. Hoosier Tire East returns as a contingency sponsor, awarding Hoosier racing tires to podium finishers, while all class winners will receive a pair of Piloti driving shoes.

Lime Rock Park will also continue its Miata Masters program, underwriting complimentary entry into MiataCon 2027 for winners of Saturday afternoon's feature races and the enduro, giving them the opportunity to return and defend their titles.

Registration is open through Thursday, Oct. 22. (click here to register to race).