The 2026 NASCAR All‑Star Race will make its first appearance at Dover Motor Speedway, turning the Delaware venue into the centerpiece of the sport’s summer showcase.
Stage Layout and Prize Money
Organizers have structured the race as a 350‑lap contest divided into three stages — 75 laps, another 75 laps and a final 200‑lap sprint — with the entire event offering a $1 million winner‑take‑all purse.
The weekend’s schedule is packed: the ECOSAVE 200 in the Craftsman Truck Series kicks off at 5:00 p.m. ET on Friday, May 15, 2026; the BetRivers 200 in the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series follows at 4:00 p.m. ET on Saturday, May 16, 2026; and the Cup Series All‑Star Race opens at 1:00 p.m. ET on Sunday, May 17, 2026.
Eligibility will be determined by a combination of 2025 and 2026 race winners, former Cup champions, past All‑Star participants and a fan‑selected wildcard, ensuring a mix of established stars and rising talent.
Fans can follow the action live on FS1, The CW, MRN, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio and through streaming services such as the FOX Sports app, Fubo, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV and DirecTV Stream.
Dover’s high‑banked concrete layout is renowned for its demanding nature, testing drivers’ skill and nerve, and is expected to deliver memorable on‑track battles.