The upcoming 2027 NASCAR Cup Series season is already generating buzz, even though the official schedule has yet to be released. Leaked information from sources such as The Athletic outlines a lineup that mixes beloved historic tracks with fresh challenges, promising fans a year filled with high‑stakes competition.
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At the center of the calendar stands the Daytona 500, traditionally held on the third Sunday in February. According to the preliminary plan, the 2027 edition will take place on February 21 at Daytona International Speedway and will be televised by FOX, marking the network’s continued role as the flagship broadcaster of the sport’s most prestigious race.
Another staple, the Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway, is slated for April 11. The short‑track event, known for its intense side‑by‑side racing, will again find a home on the spring schedule, though its broadcast details remain under discussion.
May will see the Coca‑Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway scheduled for May 30, a night race that tests both endurance and strategy under the lights of the sport’s longest event.
June brings a unique twist with a Father’s Day race at Pocono Raceway set for June 20. The three‑turn layout offers a different challenge and will be aired on a yet‑to‑be‑confirmed network, adding to the holiday weekend’s racing festivities.
July features the iconic Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on July 25, followed shortly by the Iowa Corn 350 at Iowa Speedway on July 4, which will be broadcast on TNT, giving viewers a Fourth of July racing tradition of its own.
August’s Bass Pro Shops Night Race at Bristol Motor Speedway, scheduled for August 14, promises a nocturnal spectacle that has become a fan favorite, while September’s Cook Out Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway on September 5 caps a busy summer stretch.
The season also includes a visit to Watkins Glen International on September 19, bringing road‑course action to New York’s Finger Lakes region, and a series of events at Atlanta, Talladega, Kansas and Las Vegas that round out the schedule.
Across the calendar, television coverage will be spread among a consortium of networks including Fox, FS1, TNT, Prime, USA and NBC, ensuring that each race reaches a broad audience through both traditional broadcast and cable platforms.