What’s Happening?
Throughout 2026, rumors about the coming NASCAR season’s schedule will hit the internet. While this can get a bit messy, this article will keep you covered with the latest rumors.
- Traditionally, the NASCAR Cup Series schedule consists of 36-point races, plus the Clash and the All-Star Race, totaling 38 Cup Series events. The schedule size has remained unchanged since its expansion in 2001.
- This article tracks rumors and links you directly to our story about that rumor. Furthermore, linked directly below this section is a story that lays out what we know about the 2027 so far, with a week-to-week schedule of confirmed dates.
- Even if tracks send out ticket renewal notices, these plans can change as the season moves forward. It is essential to note that nothing is finalized until NASCAR releases the official 2027 schedule, which is expected to occur in the coming fall. This means the rumor section will not feature tracks’ individual ticket renewal messages that will make their rounds online throughout the season.
All Confirmed Dates on the 2027 NASCAR Schedule (So Far)
What’s Happening? Throughout 2026, NASCAR will announce dates for its 2027 schedule. Though the sport drops the full schedule in bulk,…
July 2026: Clash Back to Daytona Confirmed?
NASCAR Making Major Changes to 2027 Clash
What’s Happening? NASCAR is once again moving its preseason Clash to another track, though this time, the event is heading back…
Jordan Bianchi of The Athletic reported on July 24 that NASCAR’s Clash is returning to the Daytona International Speedway oval in 2027. The race will take place the night before the Super Bowl on Saturday, February 13.
July 2026: All-Star Race on the Move Again?
Is the NASCAR All-Star Race Moving Again in 2027?
What’s Happening? For many years, NASCAR’s All-Star Race, an event hosted by track-owning organization Speedway Motorsports, had a home, Charlotte Motor…
During an appearance on Jeff Gluck’s Gluckcast podcast, Speedway Motorsports COO Mike Burch suggested the All-Star Race could be a rotating event, saying, “I think you’ll see the All-Star race continue to move around and maybe even evolve into something totally new and different going forward.”
July 2026: Kennedy Backs Chicago and Chicagoland in 2027
NASCAR Exec Teases Major 2027 Schedule Change
What’s Happening? A NASCAR executive claimed that the sport could feature both Chicagoland and the Chicago Street Course on the 2027…
During an interview with Robert Channick of the Chicago Tribune, NASCAR COO Ben Kennedy claimed that both Chicago and Chicagoland are in a big enough market to both host races in 2027, backing prior rumors that this was an option NASCAR was considering for next season’s schedule.
July 2026: Chicago and Chicagoland in 2027?
Rumor Mill: NASCAR Making an Odd Move For the 2027 Schedule?
What’s Happening? NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt Jr. says that a race at both Chicagoland Speedway and the Chicago Street Course is…
NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt Jr. claims that he has heard rumors that NASCAR could race at both Chicagoland and the Chicago Street Course in 2027.
June 2026: San Diego on the Fourth of July?
Is This NASCAR’s Next Fourth of July Date?
What’s Happening? A new report suggests that NASCAR may have found a new spot for its 2027 Fourth of July race…
NASCAR is publicly interested in returning to the San Diego street circuit at Naval Base Coronado, and one official believes that the race could take place during Fourth of July Weekend.
June 2026: Chicago’s New Date?
NASCAR Race Facing Major Date Change
What’s Happening? With rumors of NASCAR’s return to the streets of Chicago picking up, the race could also face a major…
A new report from Melody Mercado of Block Club Chicago claims that if NASCAR returns to the streets of Chicago’s Grant Park in 2027, the date could shift to late May or early June.
May 2026: Charlotte All-Star Race in 2027?
Is NASCAR’s All-Star Race Heading Back to Charlotte?
What’s Happening? A recent social media post has NASCAR fans asking if the sport’s Annual All-Star Race is returning to its…
A recent post from the SimRacing Expo claimed that NASCAR’s All-Star Race would return to Charlotte Motor Speedway in 2026. This is currently not confirmed by NASCAR.
May 2026: Dover All-Star or Points Race in 2027?
Homestead-Miami Speedway to Host NASCAR’s Championship Weekend in 2026, Different Track Expected in 2027
What’s Happening? After months of speculation, Homestead-Miami Speedway has finally been named the host of NASCAR’s 2026 Championship Weekend. This marks…
Prior to the 2026 All-Star Race, Dover Motor Speedway Track President Mike Tatoian told Adriana Myers of WDEL that the track would race in 2027, but that “We just don’t know if it’ll be an All-Star race.”
May 2026: NASCAR Closing in on Chicago Return
NASCAR Close to Deal With Major City for 2027 Street Race
What’s Happening? NASCAR is working towards a deal to race on the streets of Chicago for a fourth time during the…
On May 13, Jordan Bianchi of The Athletic reported that a return to the streets of Chicago is “closer to reality than ever,” though the deal is not yet finalized.
May 2026: Dover’s Future in Question?
Rumor Mill: Teams Have “Concern” About Dover’s NASCAR Future
What’s Happening? A NASCAR insider says that ahead of Dover Motor Speedway’s All-Star Race weekend, industry members are questioning what the…
Following a rough patch in its long NASCAR history in which the track has lost both points-paying race dates and is reserved for an All-Star event in 2026, Jordan Bianchi of The Athletic said on the post Watkins Glen episode of The Teardown that garage area chatter has teams concerned about the track’s long-term future.
April 2026: Clash Returning to Daytona?
Rumor Mill: NASCAR’s Clash Moving to Daytona?
What’s Happening? A new rumor suggests that NASCAR officials are discussing moving the preseason Clash back to Daytona International Speedway in…
During an appearance on Dirty Mo Media’s YouTube Channel, pit crew member, mechanic, and media member Bozi Tatarevic said he has heard rumors that the Clash could return to Daytona International Speedway for the 2027 season. NASCAR is notably holding a preseason test at the track as well.
February 2026: NASCAR Exec Says Homestead-Miami Will Likely Host 2027 Finale
NASCAR Exec Says Homestead Will Likely Host 2027 Championship Race
What’s Happening? NASCAR’s Mike Forde says that Homestead-Miami Speedway will likely host 2027 NASCAR Championship weekend, despite NASCAR looking towards a…
During an episode of NASCAR’s Hauler Talk podcast, NASCAR’s Managing Director of Racing Communications, Mike Forde, said NASCAR’s 2027 finale weekend will likely be back at Homestead-Miami Speedway. Though this doesn’t mean NASCAR is abandoning the rotating. Having that in different markets is super important.”
February 2026: NASCAR EVP Ben Kennedy Talks New Venues
Which New Tracks Could NASCAR Add in 2027?
What’s Happening? NASCAR is reportedly looking at several new venues to add to the 2027 schedule. As exciting as this is,…
During an interview with Adam Stern of Sports Business Journal, NASCAR Executive Vice President Ben Kennedy claimed that NASCAR was looking at “a couple of potential new venues” for its future schedules. Though he did not list tracks, many fans suggested long-rumored races like a Denver Street Race, a Philadelphia Stadium Race, and a race in Canada could be the culprits.
From 2025: July 2025: Mexico Off 2026 Schedule; Could Return in 2027
Mexico Off 2026 NASCAR Schedule, Chicagoland a Likely Replacement
What’s Happening? NASCAR will not return to Mexico City’s Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez in 2026, and will likely return to Chicagoland Speedway…
According to a July 30 report from Jordan Bianchi of The Athletic, NASCAR will not return to Mexico City in 2026. However, as there are fewer scheduling conflicts in 2027, the sport could opt to return. In exchange for Mexico City, NASCAR is likely to add Chicagoland to the 2026 schedule.
From 2025: July 2025: Chicago Street Race Will Not Return in 2026; Could Return in 2027
NASCAR Calls it Quits on Chicago Street Race (Update)
What’s Happening? NASCAR’s Chicago Street Race officially confirmed that the track will not be on the 2026 NASCAR National Series schedule,…
According to NASCAR, the Chicago Street Circuit will not return in 2026, with the sport looking to find a new date for the race to return as soon as 2027.
From 2025: April 2025: Homestead-Miami Speedway to Host NASCAR’s 2026 Championship Weekend; Could Change in 2027
Homestead-Miami Speedway to Host NASCAR’s Championship Weekend in 2026, Different Track Expected in 2027
What’s Happening? After months of speculation, Homestead-Miami Speedway has finally been named the host of NASCAR’s 2026 Championship Weekend. This marks…
According to Jordan Bianchi of The Athletic, Homestead-Miami Speedway will host NASCAR’s 2026 Championship weekend. This will be part of the new rotating Championship model often hinted at by NASCAR, which will likely see a new track host the season finale in 2027.
Keep this page bookmarked for the latest 2026 schedule rumors.
