Every 2027 NASCAR Schedule Rumor (So Far)

DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 16: A general view of a NASCAR sculpture prior to the NASCAR Cup Series Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway on February 16, 2025 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)
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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.

July 2026: Clash Back to Daytona Confirmed?

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?

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

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?

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?

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?

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?

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?

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

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?

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?

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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