North Wilkesboro Speedway is set to host a three‑day NASCAR weekend that will feature the Cup Series and the Craftsman Truck Series from July 17‑19, 2026, bringing top‑level stock car racing back to a venue that last held points‑paying events in 1996.
Broadcast and Streaming Details
Practice and qualifying for the Truck Series will be shown live on FS2, while the Cup Series sessions will be broadcast on truTV. The final races will air on TNT, giving viewers a clear linear television path to the action.
Fans who prefer digital consumption can stream the events through a variety of services, including Max, YouTube TV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV and DirecTV Stream, ensuring that the weekend is accessible across cord‑cutting platforms.
The official NASCAR app and website will complement the broadcast with live timing, real‑time race updates and post‑race coverage, providing a one‑stop hub for enthusiasts who want deeper insight beyond the televised feed.
The schedule places the FaithFest 250 Truck Series race on Saturday, July 18, at 12:30 p.m. ET, followed by the Window World 450 Cup Series race on Sunday, July 19, at 7 p.m. ET, creating a tightly packed weekend of on‑track competition.
Both races will feature a star‑studded driver lineup, with Chase Elliott, Christopher Bell and Shane van Gisbergen among those expected to contend for the checkered flag on the half‑mile track, adding extra intrigue for spectators and analysts alike.
The return of points‑paying NASCAR competition to North Wilkesboro marks a milestone in the track’s history, reviving a tradition that last saw competitive points racing in 1996 and underscoring the venue’s enduring appeal to drivers, teams and fans.
The weekend will also be supported by partners such as Motor Racing Network and SiriusXM, which will help distribute the broadcast across a range of channels and amplify the event’s reach to a broader audience.