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From overseeing the building of Kansas Speedway to turning Daytona International Speedway into a multi‑use entertainment hub, Lesa France Kennedy’s quiet influence has earned her a place in the sport’s hall of fame.
The upcoming Hall of Fame class blends modern champions with early‑era trailblazers, while executive Lesa France Kennedy receives a special Landmark Award.
The upcoming induction ceremony on January 22, 2027, will recognize Kevin Harvick, Jeff Burton, Larry Phillips, and Lesa France Kennedy for their lasting contributions to the sport.
Kevin Harvick, Jeff Burton and Larry Phillips join Lesa France Kennedy in the 2027 NASCAR Hall of Fame class, with the induction set for Jan. 22 in Charlotte, N.C.
NASCAR unveiled its 2027 Hall of Fame inductees, spotlighting Kevin Harvick’s championship pedigree, Jeff Burton’s safety leadership, and Larry Phillips’s short‑track dominance, while Lesa France Kennedy receives the Landmark Award for her transformative impact on the sport’s infrastructure.
The 2027 NASCAR Hall of Fame inductees were revealed, highlighting the careers of ‘The Closer’ Kevin Harvick, ‘The Mayor’ Jeff Burton, and veteran Larry Phillips, alongside Lesa France Kennedy, who will receive the Landmark Award. The ceremony is scheduled for January 22, 2027, in Charlotte, North Carolina, with tickets going on sale June 10.
The 2027 NASCAR Hall of Fame class celebrates on‑track legends and executive visionaries, highlighting unprecedented achievements and lasting contributions to the sport.