The Monaco Modified Series is bringing the ultimate summer kickoff to the Connecticut shoreline with the Surf, Sun & Speed Tailgate on Saturday, May 23, from 4-7 PM, at the New London-Waterford Speedbowl, in partnership with Stateside Vodka’s Surfside and Super Lyte brands, along with Hummel Bros. Hot Dogs.
Held in conjunction with the Monaco Modified Series event at the historic shoreline oval, the fan tailgate – included with general admission – celebrates the unofficial start of summer during Memorial Day Weekend, featuring refreshing drinks, complimentary hot dogs, music, games, and a high-energy racing atmosphere leading into a night of ‘Wings and Wheels’ racing action.
Surfside – award-winning vodka-based iced teas and lemonades – along with Super Lyte, a new line of vodka-infused, classic sports drink-inspired beverages, will provide giveaways and product sampling. Meanwhile, Hummel Bros. Hot Dogs, a longtime New England favorite, will serve complimentary hot dogs to fans attending the tailgate.
Fans attending the tailgate can enjoy:
- Surfside/Super Lyte giveaways (21+ with valid ID)*
- Surfside/Super Lyte product sampling (21+ with valid ID)*
- Complimentary hot dogs provided by Hummel Brothers*
- DJ Music
- Cornhole and tailgate-style games
- *While Supplies Last
“With the race falling on Memorial Day Weekend at the shoreline, we thought this was the perfect opportunity to create something even bigger than our race,” said Renee Dupuis, Director of Monaco Modified Series Development. “The Surf, Sun & Speed Tailgate is all about bringing fans together, creating a fun summer vibe, and giving everyone another reason to come to the track to kick off summer in style.”
The Monaco Modified Series event is expected to draw many of the Northeast’s top Modified competitors as teams battle under the lights in front of a packed house at one of New England’s most iconic bullrings.
For more information on the Monaco Modified Series, visit MonacoModifieds.com
About Stateside Brands
Stateside Vodka was founded in 2015 in Philadelphia, PA, by two sets of brothers: Matt and Bryan Quigley & Clement and Zach Pappas, with a bold vision to make the highest quality vodka in the United States. Stateside Vodka was awarded a Double Gold for its 95 Point score at the prestigious 2024 San Francisco World Spirits competition for its exceptional quality and taste. Stateside Brands introduced their first ready-to-drink (RTD) brand, Stateside Vodka Sodas, in 2021, a refreshing and flavorful line of ready-to-drink cocktails crafted with premium vodka, real fruit juice, and sparkling water. In 2022, the company launched Surfside, a line of award-winning vodka-based iced teas and lemonades, and has experienced rocketship growth since its launch. In 2025, Surfside was the top volume growth spirits brand, selling over 11 million cases, up from 4.9 million cases in 2024 and was awarded ‘2025 Spirit Brand of the Year’ by IMPACT Magazine. In 2026, the company launched its latest new to world RTD brand, Super Lyte, a vodka + ade beverage inspired by classic sports drink flavors. For more information, visit their website: Store.StatesideVodka.com
About Hummel Bros. Hot Dogs
Founded in 1933 in New Haven, Connecticut, Hummel Bros. Hot Dogs has become one of New England’s most iconic brands, known for its premium quality meat products and deep roots in Connecticut tradition. Family-owned and operated for generations, Hummel Bros. has built a loyal following through its commitment to old-world recipes, natural-casing hot dogs, and grill items – all with an authentic flavor that has become synonymous with summertime gatherings, ballgames, cookouts, and community events across the region. Today, Hummel Bros. continues to be a staple throughout the Northeast, proudly serving generations of fans and families. For more information, visit their website: HummelBros.com.