NASCAR Returns to San Diego’s Naval Base
After a sold‑out debut in 2026, NASCAR announced that it will bring the Cup Series and the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series back to Naval Base Coronado in San Diego next year. The event is slated for July 30 through August 1, 2027, marking the series’ second consecutive appearance at the Southern California installation.
The race will run on a temporary 3.4‑mile street circuit that was first built for the 2026 weekend. Organizers have confirmed that the layout will be reused for the 2027 edition, offering drivers a high‑speed, urban‑style challenge that weaves through the base’s roadways.
Broadcast partners TNT, truTV and HBO Max have secured live‑television rights, ensuring that viewers across the country can watch the action as it unfolds. Practice and qualifying for the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series are scheduled for July 30, with most of the grandstand seats reserved for active‑duty Navy personnel and their families.
The Craftsman Truck Series will not return in 2027, a decision that reflects the series’ shifting schedule. Meanwhile, the San Diego Padres will be on the road during the race weekend, leaving the city’s sports calendar clear for the NASCAR weekend.
Future Military‑Based Calendar
NASCAR has indicated ambitions to expand its military‑focused calendar, with plans for additional races at other U.S. installations and even a street event slated for 2028. The partnership underscores a growing interest in linking major motorsport spectacles with armed‑forces communities.