News Summary
NASCAR is set to debut a new street course at Naval Base Coronado during the NASCAR San Diego Weekend. The 3.4-mile track features 16 turns, designed to emulate a traditional street course and providing a thrilling experience for drivers and spectators alike. With events scheduled from June 19-21, 2026, this marks NASCAR’s first race on an active military base, celebrating the U.S. Navy’s 250th anniversary. Ticket sales will commence soon, attracting motorsport enthusiasts and fostering community spirit.
San Diego
NASCAR has announced the introduction of a new street course at Naval Base Coronado, which will host its inaugural races during the NASCAR San Diego Weekend from June 19-21, 2026. The 3.4-mile track will feature a challenging configuration with 16 turns, designed to emulate the characteristics of a traditional street course.
The track’s design includes several unique elements, such as winding paths that pass by two massive aircraft carriers and alongside parked fighter jets. This innovative course layout aims to offer both drivers and spectators a thrilling experience, set against the backdrop of a working military base.
Event Schedule
The race weekend will feature a series of events catering to different audiences. The lineup includes:
- Friday, June 19: NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race, with exclusive access granted to U.S. Navy members and select Coronado residents.
- Saturday, June 20: NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race, open to the general public.
- Sunday, June 21: NASCAR Cup Series competes in the Anduril 250 Race the Base.
Course Highlights
The course layout is distinct, featuring various notable sections that add to its complexity:
- Turn One: A sharp right turn immediately following the Ellyson Start/Finish Line, leading into two quick 90-degree left-hand turns.
- Carrier Corner: Located at turn five, situated between the two aircraft carriers.
- Coronado Chicane: Begins at turn eight, with challenging corners that navigate towards the interior of the base.
- Runway Road: Turn 14, positioned near the north end of Runway 18/36 at Halsey Field.
Ticket Sales and Anticipation
Ticket pre-sale for the event is set to begin on October 23, 2025, with public sales scheduled to start on November 7, 2025. Tickets can be reserved for pre-sale through NASCARSanDiego.com. NASCAR is expecting a significant turnout for the event, projecting “tens of thousands of people” to attend the races over the weekend.
Seating and Hospitality
The race weekend will feature a variety of seating options for fans, including grandstand seating, suites, hospitality areas, and general admission. These arrangements are designed to enhance the spectator experience, ensuring that attendees can enjoy the action from various vantage points throughout the weekend.
Significance of the Event
This event holds special significance as it marks the first NASCAR race to be held on an active military base. The collaboration with San Diego is currently a one-year partnership, with hopes for future expansions to other military installations across the country. NASCAR’s innovative approach aims to celebrate automotive racing while honoring the United States Navy, coinciding with the 250th anniversary celebrations of the Navy.
NASCAR’s initiative at Naval Base Coronado not only aims to attract motorsport enthusiasts but also seeks to foster a sense of community and patriotism through the hosting of this special event.
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Additional Resources
- NASCAR: San Diego Race Course Revealed
- Wikipedia: NASCAR
- NBC San Diego: NASCAR Race Map
- Google Search: NASCAR San Diego 2026
- Racing America: Course Layout Unveiled
- Google Scholar: NASCAR Street Race Layout
- Fox 5 San Diego: NASCAR San Diego Course Map
- Encyclopedia Britannica: NASCAR
- Autoweek: NASCAR Demo Video of 2026 Coronado Island Race Track
- Google News: NASCAR 2026 Coronado
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