NASCAR has revealed that the 2026 season will feature a return to Chicagoland Speedway in July, marking the 21st race weekend of the year and the first event at the venue since the 2019 campaign.
A historic return after seven years
The weekend, scheduled for July 3 through July 5, will showcase a full program of on‑track activity, including practice sessions, qualifying rounds and the main races for both the NASCAR Cup Series and the O'Reilly Series.
Fans can expect a packed schedule that blends the traditional intensity of the Cup Series with the growing popularity of the O'Reilly Series, creating a unique weekend that highlights the diversity of NASCAR's top divisions.
Broadcast coverage will be available across a range of platforms, with live streams on The CW App, truTV, TNT and Max, while select feeds will be offered free of charge through Fubo, ensuring broader access for viewers.
The re‑introduction of Chicagoland adds a new narrative to the 2026 calendar, giving teams and drivers an additional venue to test strategies and for fans to experience the track's distinctive layout, which combines high‑speed oval sections with challenging turns.
The upcoming weekend promises to be a milestone for the sport, blending competitive racing with innovative broadcasting options that cater to a modern audience.