A Weekend of Speed and Community
The track at New Hampshire Motor Speedway is once again buzzing with anticipation as NASCAR rolls into Loudon for a full slate of events. Friday’s schedule kicks off with dirt duels that put a unique spin on the traditional asphalt racing, setting the tone for a weekend that blends tradition with experimentation.
Saturday brings the NASCAR Truck Series into the spotlight with a 1:30 p.m. race that will see a mix of veteran talent and rising stars battling for position. Among them, Ryan Preece, a native of Berlin, Connecticut, will add a local flavor to the lineup, while the Whelen Modified Tour’s aerodynamic quirks promise side‑by‑side racing on the long straights.
Sunday’s headline act is the Cup Series Dollar Tree 301, a 3‑hour showdown that will feature drivers such as Denny Hamlin, Christopher Bell, Joey Logano and Brad Keselowski. For Hamlin, a victory would tie him with Jeff Burton and Kevin Harvick for the most wins in New Hampshire history, while Bell, who has already secured a spot in The Chase, looks to add another triumph to his impressive record of seven wins in 12 starts at the track.
Beyond the on‑track action, fans will have multiple opportunities to meet their favorite drivers at NAPA Auto Parts, Cumberland Farms and Bob’s Discount Furniture, where meet‑and‑greet sessions are scheduled throughout the weekend. The Magic Mile Happy Hour Show, running from 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, will showcase personalities like Ryan Blaney and Joey Logano, giving spectators a chance to hear behind‑the‑scenes insights.
Community involvement is a cornerstone of the weekend, highlighted by a charity cornhole tournament organized by the New Hampshire Chapter of Speedway Children’s Charities. The event underscores the series’ commitment to giving back, while the Whelen Modified Tour race and other secondary events add depth to the schedule, ensuring that both competitors and fans enjoy a rich, multifaceted experience.