NASCAR is set to unleash a three‑day spectacle at Charlotte Motor Speedway in May 2026, reviving the excitement of a 1.5‑mile oval that hasn't been featured on the tour since Texas Motor Speedway.
A packed schedule for fans
The action kicks off on Friday night when the NASCAR Truck Series takes the green flag at 7:52 p.m. ET, live on Fox Sports 1. The following evening, the O'Reilly Series will light up the track at 5:05 p.m. ET, streamed on The CW. Sunday caps the weekend with the premier Cup Series event, scheduled to start at 6:29 p.m. ET on Prime Video.
Broadcast partners
Fox Sports 1, The CW and Prime Video will each carry a distinct portion of the weekend, giving viewers multiple windows to experience the racing action. The staggered timing is designed to maximize audience reach across the network platforms.
Fans traveling to North Carolina can expect a vibrant atmosphere as the state prepares to host what promises to be a celebratory weekend of motorsport, underscoring Charlotte’s status as a key venue on the NASCAR calendar.