NASCAR to race at naval base as next street race destination

After it was introduced that the Chicago Avenue Race will not return in 2026, NASCAR has discovered its subsequent metropolis to host a road race in. 

Naval Base Coronado, positioned simply outdoors San Diego, will host the NASCAR Nationwide Sequence in June 2026. The race coincides with the 250th birthday of america Navy. 

The race weekend will happen from June 19-21 and can function the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Sequence, NASCAR Xfinity Sequence and NASCAR Cup Sequence. 

“As a part of our nation’s 250^th anniversary, we’re honored for NASCAR to hitch the celebration as we host our first road race at a army base, Naval Base Coronado,” mentioned Ben Kennedy, EVP, Chief Venue & Racing Innovation Officer, in a press release. “NASCAR San Diego Weekend will honor the Navy’s historical past and the women and men who function we take one of the best motorsports on this planet to the streets of Naval Base Coronado.”

The race would be the first time that NASCAR has ever raced on an lively army base. 

“NASCAR embodies the easiest of the American spirit via velocity, precision and an unyielding pursuit of excellence. Internet hosting a race aboard Naval Air Station North Island, the birthplace of naval aviation, it’s not only a historic first, it’s a robust tribute to the values we share: grit, teamwork and love of nation,” mentioned Secretary of the Navy John C. Phelan in a press release. “From the flight deck to the end line, this collaboration displays the operational depth and unity of goal that outline each america Navy and NASCAR. We’re proud to open our gates to the American individuals, honor those that put on the uniform, and encourage the subsequent technology to step ahead and serve one thing larger than themselves.”

NASCAR commissioner Steve Phelps had beforehand been tight-lipped on the opportunity of NASCAR coming to San Diego, but it surely’s now a completed deal.