Alberta Diesel Day is bringing even more horsepower, personality, and custom fabrication energy to the 2026 event with a special guest appearance from Steve Darnell of Welder Up.
Known for his work on the Discovery Channel series Vegas Rat Rods, Steve Darnell has built a reputation for turning forgotten metal, vintage parts, and wild ideas into one-of-a-kind machines. As the creative force behind Welder Up, the Las Vegas-based fabrication shop, Steve and his team have become known for builds that combine history, attitude, craftsmanship, and serious mechanical imagination.
For diesel fans, builders, racers, and anyone who appreciates custom automotive work, Steve’s appearance adds another reason to be at Alberta Diesel Day this year. His builds have been featured in major automotive publications including Hot Rod Magazine, Diesel World Magazine, and Mopar Magazine, and his approach to fabrication has earned him a loyal following across North America.
Alberta Diesel Day 2026 takes place June 27–28, 2026 at RAD Torque Raceway, bringing together diesel drag racing, the Super 66 Class, Show ’n’ Shine, dyno runs, dirt oval racing, a burnout contest, vendor marketplace, camping, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities.
Steve Darnell will be joining the event alongside other special guests, giving fans the chance to meet one of the most recognizable names in custom fabrication and rat rod culture. Whether you know him from Vegas Rat Rods, follow the work coming out of Welder Up, or just want to see the kind of creativity that has made his builds stand out, this is a rare opportunity to connect with a true industry figure right here in Alberta.
Alberta Diesel Day has always been about more than what happens on the track. It is a gathering place for the diesel community — racers, builders, vendors, families, fans, and the people who keep the industry moving. Bringing Steve Darnell to the event adds another layer to that experience, connecting the diesel world with custom fabrication, automotive culture, and the kind of hands-on creativity that turns machines into conversation pieces.
Tickets are available now for Alberta Diesel Day 2026. Join us June 27 and 28 at RAD Torque Raceway for a full weekend of diesel action, custom builds, racing, entertainment, and special guest appearances.
Get your tickets and be part of Alberta Diesel Day 2026.