News Summary
San Diego will host its inaugural NASCAR San Diego Weekend in June 2026, featuring a new 3.4-mile street course at Naval Base Coronado. The course includes 16 turns and breathtaking views of San Diego Bay. The event coincides with the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Navy, making it a fitting tribute to military personnel. The weekend will include races from the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, and conclude with the NASCAR Cup Series. Pre-sale tickets are already stirring significant interest among fans.
San Diego is set to host its inaugural NASCAR San Diego Weekend, scheduled for June 19-21, 2026, at the Naval Base Coronado. NASCAR has unveiled the layout for a new street course featuring 16 turns that stretches 3.4 miles, making it the longest course on the 2026 NASCAR schedule.
The street course design includes a rapid right-hand turn immediately following the Ellyson Start/Finish Line, succeeded by two 90-degree left-hand turns. The course boasts a mixture of high-speed corners providing breathtaking views of San Diego Bay and the surrounding military installations.
This event not only marks an exciting new addition to NASCAR’s race schedule but also coincides with the 250th anniversary of the United States Navy. The festivities will kick off with Navy Community Day to honor military personnel, making the event a heartfelt celebration of the Navy’s long-standing legacy.
Event Schedule
The NASCAR weekend will feature a series of races over the three days. The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series will commence on Friday, June 19, 2026, exclusively for U.S. Navy members and a limited number of residents from Coronado. Following this, the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series is scheduled for Saturday, June 20, 2026. The main event, the NASCAR Cup Series, will take place on Sunday, June 21, 2026, in the “Anduril 250 Race the Base.”
Grandstand seating and various hospitality options will be available throughout the circuit, ensuring a comprehensive and enjoyable experience for fans. The anticipated ticket pre-sale window for deposit holders will begin on October 23, 2025, while tickets will become accessible to the general public starting November 7, 2025. Interest in the event is already evident, as race fans are placing deposits for pre-sale tickets at NASCARSanDiego.com.
Unique Circuit Features
The design includes exciting elements such as a section titled “Carrier Corner”, which is located near several aircraft carriers, and another area known as “Runway Road”, positioned adjacent to a military runway. These distinctive features are set to enhance the racing experience while recognizing the historical and military significance of the location.
Background Context
This inaugural weekend is poised to bring together racing fans and military communities, blending high-adrenaline sports with a tribute to the Navy’s impressive achievements over the past two and a half centuries. The introduction of the street course also highlights NASCAR’s continued efforts to broaden its appeal and connect with diverse audiences across the nation.
With excitement building and preparations underway, NASCAR San Diego Weekend is not just anticipated as a major sporting event but also as a meaningful celebration of heritage, community, and high-speed racing.
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Additional Resources
- NASCAR: San Diego Race Course Revealed
- Racing America: Course Layout Unveiled for San Diego Weekend
- NBC San Diego: NASCAR Drops 2026 Naval Base Coronado Race Map
- Fox 5 San Diego: NASCAR San Diego Course Map
- New York Times: NASCAR San Diego Race Course
- Wikipedia: NASCAR
- Google Search: NASCAR San Diego Weekends
- Google Scholar: NASCAR in San Diego
- Encyclopedia Britannica: NASCAR
- Google News: NASCAR San Diego 2026
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