GLENDORA, Calif. – The National Hot Rod Ass’n has announced that the NHRA Awards will once again return to Hollywood’s Ray Dolby Ballroom at Hollywood & Highland on Nov. 18.

This invitation-only black-tie affair, where NHRA will honor its 2019 Mello Yello Drag Racing Series world champions in all four professional categories, will begin with a pre-event cocktail reception at 5 p.m.

A formal sit-down dinner will follow with cuisine provided by renowned Wolfgang Puck Catering. In addition to recognizing the new world champions, the ceremony will feature the recipient of the Auto Club Road To The Future Award and the winner of the NHRA Manufacturer’s Cup. The official after party at the nearby Hard Rock Café will end the evening’s festivities.

Champions in the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series will be honored earlier in the day at Hard Rock Café, located on the Hollywood Boulevard level of the Hollywood & Highland Center, before joining the activities at the NHRA Awards where they will also be recognized.