A New Era for NASCAR
The 2027 NASCAR Cup Series will kick off on February 13 and wrap up on November 14, marking a full season that stretches across nine months of high‑octane competition.
A centerpiece of the calendar is the revival of the preseason Clash at Daytona International Speedway, a spectacle that originally ran from 1979 through 2020 and now returns to kick off the year with a fresh format.
On May 23, the historic half‑mile track known as the ‘Monster Mile’ at North Wilkesboro Speedway will host a points‑paying event, giving fans another chance to see racing action before the summer heat sets in.
Darlington Raceway, traditionally a playoff venue, will shift its dates to the regular season, allowing the track to showcase its unique Southern‑style racing without the pressure of championship implications.
World Wide Technology Raceway and Bristol Motor Speedway, both previously locked into the postseason, are slated to move into the regular schedule, while Richmond Raceway will open the Chase on September 11, followed by Watkins Glen International as the second Chase race on September 19.
Broadcast coverage will be divided among four networks — FOX Sports, Prime Video, TNT Sports, and USA Sports — ensuring that each race reaches viewers across multiple platforms throughout the season.