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Armani Williams to Appear at Creative Clay’s Good Folk Fest in St. Petersburg, FL on Nov. 16

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Williams and a NASCAR show truck join Creative Clay’s 30th anniversary celebration of “Equality Through Art” at The Coliseum.

NASCAR driver Armani Williams will make a special appearance at Creative Clay’s Good Folk Fest on Sunday, November 16, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM at The Coliseum, 535 Fourth Ave. N. St. Petersburg, FL. The appearance will include an on-site display of the official NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race truck, available for fan photos and engagement throughout the event.

Williams is a professional NASCAR driver and a prominent voice for autism inclusion in sports. As the first openly autistic driver to compete in NASCAR, he has built his platform around turning differences into competitive advantages across ARCA and NASCAR platforms. Williams uses his community to empower autistic and neurodivergent youth and their families, championing STEM education and accessibility through school visits, nonprofit collaborations, and keynote speaking.

“Meeting fans and engaging with the community is one of my favorite parts of racing,” said Armani Williams. “I’m excited to support Creative Clay’s mission and be part of an event that celebrates inclusion, creativity, and possibility.”

Armani is highly active on social media, engaging daily with a passionate fanbase known as the “Armaniacs.” In addition to his activities within motorsports, his community follows behind-the-scenes content, advocacy initiatives, and live event appearances across all platforms. Williams connects with fans on Instagram, X/Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn. For news, partnerships, speaking requests, and merch, visit his newly revamped official website, teamarmaniracing.com.

Good Folk Fest marks Creative Clay’s 30th anniversary year, celebrating “Equality through Art,” bringing together music, visual art, make-and-take activities, and community partners for a family-friendly day in downtown St. Petersburg. Tickets are pay-what-you-can by donation and can be reserved via Eventbrite.

Event attendees will have the opportunity to meet Williams, take photos with the NASCAR show truck, and enjoy festival programming, including live music, featured artists, make-and-take art projects, and an art auction benefiting Creative Clay.

Serving as a high-profile preview to the 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at the Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, scheduled for February 28, 2025. The NASCAR Truck race is set to run alongside IndyCar weekend, and Williams’ Good Folk Fest appearance will help build momentum for a unique motorsports moment on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Fans will have an early opportunity to connect with a NASCAR driver, see a NASCAR truck up close, and feel the energy that will surround St. Pete when NASCAR trucks share the stage with IndyCar next year.

Who

  • Armani Williams, NASCAR driver, with a NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Show Truck
  • Hosted by Creative Clay as part of Good Folk Fest (30th Anniversary year)

What

  • Public appearance and fan engagement with Armani Williams
  • NASCAR show truck on display for photos

When

  • Sunday, November 16, 2025
  • Event hours: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Armani Williams’ appearance window: Noon – 5 PM

Where

  • The Coliseum
  • 535 Fourth Ave. N. St. Petersburg, FL

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Cleetus McFarland Explains The One Catch to His NASCAR O’Reilly Series Schedule

by Kauy Ostlien

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Garrett Mitchell, better known by his online persona Cleetus McFarland, says his 2026 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series schedule isn’t set in stone, something the YouTube star explained to Dale Earnhardt Jr on the latest episode of The Dale Jr Download.

One of the biggest surprises in recent NASCAR news is that YouTube star Cleetus McFarland, whose real name is Garrett Mitchell, will make his NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series debut next month at Rockingham Speedway.

Mitchell, who has just won a NASCAR National Series start to his name, will make this start with Richard Childress Racing in their No. 33 car as part of a part-time development contract that will see him make starts in 2026 and 2027.

Per Mitchell, his contract will cover three races per season, though he hinted it could be more in a Facebook post. Nonetheless, fans are eagerly awaiting an official schedule of what other tracks Mitchell and RCR will tackle in 2026.

Unfortunately, fans will have to wait a little longer for this schedule, as the 30-year-old Floridian explained during a recent interview with Dale Earnhardt Jr, his 2026 schedule is still up in the air a month ahead of his first race.

During an interview on the latest episode of the Dale Jr Download, Mitchell told Earnhardt that while he plans to race the superspeedways after Rockingham, with his sights set on Talladega’s April 25 or October 24 race weekend, the decision lies in the hands of NASCAR.

“NASCAR said I cannot run Talladega unless I go to Rockingham first and do well,” Mitchell said.

Mitchell then clarified that while he will have a rookie test for Rockingham, the race at Rockingham will determine his eligibility to race at Talladega.

Stirring the Pot

Mitchell, who has two ARCA starts at Daytona and one at Talladega, has already taken a rookie test this season at Rockingham for the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series.

Despite a minor crash during this test, Mitchell was cleared to race in the season-opening race at Daytona, crashing himself in a single truck spin five laps into the race, after a valiant qualifying effort.

Even with the barrier of Rockingham in the way, fans are already somewhat concerned about McFarland’s skills, given the result of his short time behind the wheel of a truck.

During this episode of The DJD, Mitchell expressed his intentions to work his way up the ladder and learn, but with the caveat that if an opportunity presents itself to him, he will take it, using the Daytona 500 and the NASCAR Cup Series as a metaphorical example.

“I don’t want to drive a Cup car right now. But, brother, if someone calls me and says, ‘We got a spot in a Cup car in the Daytona 500?’ I mean, what am I supposed to do?” — Cleetus McFarland

Despite his doubters, with the support of RCR and their developmental tools, Mitchell seems confident about the opportunity, already getting in some sim time with RCR.

Either way, no matter how much support he has in his corner, Mitchell is diving in headfirst once again with this opportunity.

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Cleetus McFarland’s First NASCAR Diecast is Officially Available for Pre-Order

by Kauy Ostlien

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Lionel has officially opened pre-orders for Garrett Mitchell’s (better known as Cleetus McFarland) first-ever NASCAR diecast.

  • This announcement comes as part of his upcoming debut in NASCAR’s O’Reilly Auto Parts Series next month. While the sponsor, Tommy’s Express Car Wash, and car number, No. 33, are known, there has yet to be an official render of his paint scheme released to the public.
  • Lionel Racing is offering two diecast options for Mitchell: the first option is the 1:64 scale diecast at $11.75, and the second is a 1:24 scale diecast at $70.00. As of press time, it appears the car will not receive any other options, such as Special Finishes like Color Chrome or Galaxy Colored.
  • Mitchell announced his first NASCAR OAP Series race on Wednesday afternoon, signing a two-year, three-race-per-year deal with RCR. This is a major step for the YouTube star turned NASCAR driver, who made his ARCA debut last season.
  • Due to his popularity both in and out of NASCAR, Mitchell’s diecast may be one of the most anticipated in recent memory. Many race fans are already giving bold predictions for the large order quantity this car will receive by the time it reaches production.

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BRISTOL, TENNESSEE - SEPTEMBER 11: Garrett Mitchell, also known as Cleetus McFarland, driver of the #30 Kenetik Ford waits on the grid prior to the ARCA Menards Series Bush's Beans 200 at Bristol Motor Speedway on September 11, 2025 in Bristol, Tennessee. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)

UPDATE: Cleetus McFarland Will Race in the NASCAR O’Reilly Series This Year

by Kauy Ostlien

What’s Happening?

YouTube star-turned-NASCAR driver Garrett Mitchell, best known by his online persona Cleetus McFarland, has signed a part-time deal to race with Richard Childress Racing in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series for the next two seasons.

UPDATE 3:00 PM EST: Per RCR Mitchell will make his debut at Rockingham Speedway on April 4.

  • Mitchell announced his signing with RCR in a Wednesday afternoon post on his Facebook. The 30-year-old says that RCR reached out, offering to make him “a better driver and give you an opportunity to grow in this sport.”
  • The Floridaian will drive the team’s part-time No. 33 on a part-time basis over the next two seasons. Mitchell claims in his post that the deal is three races a year, but hints it could be more, saying “3 races a year right now.”
  • Mitchell, who made his NASCAR debut last season with a four-race schedule in the ARCA Menards Series, has brought a legion of fans to NASCAR in his few starts. So far, Mitchell has made five career starts in the ARCA Menards Series and one in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series.
  • That start in the Truck Series, at Daytona earlier this season, was a spark of controversy, as, after crashing in his test for approval, Mitchell crashed himself early on in the race. While he has his supporters, including many in the garage area, this move up the NASCAR ladder will likely see some pushback from fans across the board.
  • As of press time, Mitchell has yet to announce his first race of this part-time schedule with RCR.

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