Phoenix Raceway has officially locked in its 2027 NASCAR calendar, confirming a slate of events that will see the track host multiple series across March and October. The announcement comes as the sport finalizes a busy stretch of dates that will shape the competitive landscape for the upcoming season.
2027 Schedule Overview
The schedule underscores Phoenix’s continued role as a key venue on the NASCAR circuit, offering fans a mix of traditional weekend formats and experimental doubleheaders that promise on‑track excitement.
Cup Series Dates
The NASCAR Cup Series will return to the 1.1‑mile desert oval on March 14 and again on October 24, giving teams two distinct opportunities to contend on the track’s unique layout.
Both dates are expected to draw large crowds, with the March event traditionally serving as an early‑season showcase and the October race often influencing playoff positioning.
Support Series Action
In addition to the premier series, the O’Reilly Series will share the March 13 weekend with an NTT IndyCar doubleheader, creating a rare crossover of stock‑car and open‑wheel racing on the same weekend.
The Truck Series will open its weekend on Friday, October 22, before the O’Reilly Series takes the track on Saturday, providing a full slate of racing action over two days.
Season Finale Shift
Phoenix Raceway has not hosted the NASCAR Cup Series season finale since 2019, a fact that adds intrigue to the 2027 calendar as the sport explores new configurations for its championship weekend.
While future rotations remain possible, the current schedule positions the track as a mid‑season anchor rather than the traditional season‑ending venue.
NASCAR officials say the revised layout reflects a strategic effort to diversify the calendar and give teams varied challenges throughout the year.