DRE 5
Our fifth graduation experience returns to Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas on November 17, 2026.
Return to the Circuit
Sixty students finish the program this fall. On November 17th they trade the classroom for pit lane at Circuit of The Americas, where five entrepreneurs and a grid of dream cars are waiting.
We are thrilled to bring DRE 5 to Circuit of The Americas. Every part of this day exists to give these young entrepreneurs an unforgettable experience, and to inspire them to pursue new possibilities and believe in their own potential. The drivers, mentors, and partners who show up create memories and lessons that will last a lifetime. Let's make this year's event one to remember.
One Day, One Unforgettable Experience
Every part of the day exists for one reason: to give students who have never seen a racetrack a reason to believe their own plans are possible.
Students on Track
Entrepreneurs
Dream Cars
The Day at COTA
Roundtables With Founders
Students rotate through small group conversations with five entrepreneurs who built their businesses from the ground up.
Track Safety Briefing
Before anyone approaches a car, students walk through pit lane procedure, helmets, harnesses, and staging with our staff.
Supercar Ride-Alongs
Every student rides the circuit alongside a driver who shares their own story at speed.
How the Day Unfolds
From the first handshake in the paddock to the last lap before the track goes cold.
Arrival
Students arrive at Circuit of The Americas, check in, and take their first walk through the paddock.
Roundtables
Students rotate through small group conversations with five entrepreneurs who built businesses from the ground up.
Briefing
Lunch in the paddock, then a full safety walkthrough covering pit lane, helmets, harnesses, and staging.
Ride-Alongs
Three lanes of dream cars run the circuit until every student has been out on track.
Golden Hour
Open track, interviews, and a final photo with every car at Turn 1 before the track goes cold.
Cars From Previous Years
A look at the dream rides students have ridden in at past DRE events. The November grid is still coming together.
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Hear From Our Graduates
"Hearing these people's stories face to face made me believe that it is possible to create your own opportunities."
"I want to accomplish great things in my life, and this experience gave me a push that I needed."
"DRE really made me rethink what my plans are for the future. Now, I'm sure I want to go to college."
FAQs
Common questions about DRE 5 and what the day looks like.
DRE 5 is our fifth graduation experience, held November 17, 2026 at Circuit of The Americas. Students spend the morning with entrepreneurs and the afternoon riding the circuit.
The day is built for students completing the program, alongside the drivers, mentors, and volunteers who make it happen. Family and friends of participants are welcome.
Drivers bring their own car and helmet, and we walk you through everything else well before November. Applications are open here: Drive at DRE 5
Yes. Volunteers handle everything from check-in to helmet fittings, and sponsors fund the track, meals, and safety gear that make the day possible.
Circuit of The Americas, 9201 Circuit of The Americas Blvd, Austin, Texas 78617. It is the same track that hosted our 2025 graduation experience, roughly two and a half hours from Houston.
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