A Historic Weekend Returns to North Wilkesboro
The speedway announced that it will stage its first ever NASCAR triple‑header race weekend in May 2026, consolidating three major series into a single, celebratory event that promises to rewrite the venue’s legacy.
Friday, May 21, will see the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series take to the track, kicking off a weekend of intense competition on the historic half‑mile that has long been a fan favorite.
The following night, Saturday, the O’Reilly Auto Parts series makes a celebrated return after a 41‑year absence, reviving a classic tradition that fans have eagerly anticipated.
Sunday’s finale will be the NASCAR All‑Star Race, offering a $1 million winner’s purse and broadcast in prime time on Fox Sports, bringing the spectacle to a national audience.
The All‑Star Race was a staple of North Wilkesboro from 2023 through 2025 before moving to Dover Motor Speedway, and its return underscores the venue’s resurgence after a one‑year break.
NASCAR CEO Ben Kennedy described the triple‑header as a testament to the ‘extraordinary’ revival of the track, emphasizing its significance within the sport’s modern era.
With an 80‑year legacy, the event is being billed as the most historic series in the speedway’s history, blending tradition with a new era of competition that could redefine its future.