2027 NASCAR Schedule Unveiled
NASCAR has released its 2027 Cup Series schedule, a calendar that promises several high‑stakes changes for drivers, teams and fans alike.
Exhibition Returns to Daytona
The season will open with the Wheatley Vodka Clash at Daytona International Speedway, a exhibition race that makes a comeback on the track’s iconic 1.5‑mile oval for the first time since 2020.
Dover Motor Speedway, which hosted the All‑Star event in 2026, is slated to return as a points‑paying race, restoring its traditional place on the tour.
The historic Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway will shift out of the postseason and become the final race of the regular season, a move that underscores the race’s enduring significance.
Chase Realignments
Richmond Raceway is set to re‑enter the Chase as the opening event on September 11, 2027, after a four‑year absence from the playoff format.
Watkins Glen International and New Hampshire Motor Speedway will each host a Chase race in 2027, with the former taking over the May date that the latter vacated.
All‑Star Moves to North Wilkesboro
The $1 million All‑Star exhibition will move to North Wilkesboro Speedway, reviving the historic venue’s role after a three‑year run from 2023 to 2025.
World Wide Technology Raceway and Bristol Motor Speedway will transition from Chase events to points‑paying dates in August 2027, reshaping the competitive rhythm for several mid‑season weekends.
These adjustments reflect NASCAR’s effort to balance tradition with evolving sporting narratives, offering a mix of historic venues and fresh storylines for the upcoming season.