NASCAR is set to make a celebrated comeback at North Wilkesboro Speedway this weekend, marking the first time the historic half‑mile track has hosted a national series in over two decades.
A Weekend of Firsts
The schedule features a triple‑header of events that will showcase the zMAX CARS Tour, the FaithFest 250 Craftsman Truck Series race, and the Window World 450 NASCAR Cup Series contest, each drawing a distinct but overlapping roster of talent.
Chase Elliott, the 2020 champion, is slated to compete in four separate races across the weekend, a testament to his versatility and the draw of the event for top‑tier drivers.
Alongside Elliott, a host of other series regulars — including Jesse Love, Corey Heim, Brendan McQueen, Gio Ruggiero, Keelan Harvick, Christopher Bell, Shane Van Gisbergen, Carson Hocevar, Corey LaJoie and Ryan Newman — will take part in the action, promising intense on‑track battles.
The Friday doubleheader of the zMAX CARS Tour will pair seasoned NASCAR veterans with rising prospects, creating a unique platform for drivers to test their setups on a track that has been a staple of regional racing history.
Saturday’s FaithFest 250 will see several Cup Series regulars step into the Truck lineup, blurring the boundaries between divisions and adding extra excitement for fans eager to see familiar names in new contexts.
Sunday’s Window World 450 will crown the first points‑paying Cup race at North Wilkesboro since 1996, a milestone that underscores the track’s renewed relevance on the national stage.
Beyond the competition, the event is expected to draw large crowds, revitalizing the local economy and reinforcing North Wilkesboro’s status as a key venue in American motorsport.