About This Event
After a one-year hiatus, Three Reasons to Race is back—and we are excited to welcome you for an unforgettable evening. Join NASCAR Cup Series driver Erik Jones on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at Crystal Gardens Event Center in Howell, Michigan, for a memorable evening benefiting the Erik Jones Foundation.
Guests will enjoy dinner and drinks, live music, racing-themed entertainment, a distinctive silent auction, and the opportunity to spend time with Erik and other friends of the foundation.
Music by Kendell Marvel
This year’s event will also feature Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Kendall Marvel. Kendell has written hit songs with Chris Stapleton, Jamey Johnson, George Strait, and many other country music artists.
Select sponsors and guests will receive access to an exclusive pre-event VIP reception featuring a private acoustic performance by Kendall. He will also be part of the evening’s main program.
Event Schedule:
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
VIP Reception with Erik Jones and music by Kendell Marvel
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Social Hour
6:00 PM – 7:15 PM
Dinner & Program
7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Racing & Entertainment
What to Expect
- An engaging evening with Erik Jones
- Live racing action and interactive entertainment
- Live Music by Kendell Marvel
- Opportunities to win cash prizes
- Exclusive auction items and experiences
- A chance to directly support the Foundation’s mission
Why It Matters
Three Reasons to Race supports the Erik Jones Foundation’s work in literacy, early cancer detection and care, and animal welfare—creating meaningful impact in communities across Michigan and beyond.
About This Event
After a one-year hiatus, Three Reasons to Race is back—and we are excited to welcome you for an unforgettable evening. Join NASCAR Cup Series driver Erik Jones on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at Crystal Gardens Event Center in Howell, Michigan, for a memorable evening benefiting the Erik Jones Foundation.
Guests will enjoy dinner and drinks, live music, racing-themed entertainment, a distinctive silent auction, and the opportunity to spend time with Erik and other friends of the foundation.
Music by Kendell Marvel
This year’s event will also feature Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Kendall Marvel. Kendell has written hit songs with Chris Stapleton, Jamey Johnson, George Strait, and many other country music artists.
Select sponsors and guests will receive access to an exclusive pre-event VIP reception featuring a private acoustic performance by Kendall. He will also be part of the evening’s main program.
Event Schedule:
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
VIP Reception with Erik Jones and music by Kendell Marvel
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Social Hour
6:00 PM – 7:15 PM
Dinner & Program
7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Racing & Entertainment
What to Expect
- An engaging evening with Erik Jones
- Live racing action and interactive entertainment
- Live Music by Kendell Marvel
- Opportunities to win cash prizes
- Exclusive auction items and experiences
- A chance to directly support the Foundation’s mission
Why It Matters
Three Reasons to Race supports the Erik Jones Foundation’s work in literacy, early cancer detection and care, and animal welfare—creating meaningful impact in communities across Michigan and beyond.