2026 NASCAR Schedule Rumors Galore | What Are the New Dates?

The summer heat is here, and so are the NASCAR schedule rumors. 2026 might be one of the most dramatic shakeups we’ve seen in years, and the latest reports point to massive changes — new cities, revived tracks, and fan favorites in danger. From San Diego to Chicagoland, everything is in motion… and one Cup driver may have accidentally spilled more than he should have.

• Could a San Diego street race be the next big move — and what would it replace?
• Is Darlington’s throwback weekend on the chopping block?
• Carson Hocevar dropped a hint about Chicagoland… was it just trolling, or a real slip?
• And is Mexico City back on the schedule… just not in the summer heat?

Three major markets, three different futures, and a whole lot of speculation. Some tracks may lose their dates, others might be reborn. But one thing is clear: NASCAR’s not afraid to break the mold, and fans are going to have opinions. So, which track deserves to stay, and which one needs to go? Watch the full video for all the leaks, teases, and what’s quietly happening behind the scenes. Then jump into the comments — who’s getting cut, and who’s coming back?

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