NASCAR will host a new street race at Naval Air Station North Island to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary.
The event will take place on June 21, 2026 the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) confirmed.
“For us, this isn’t just a race; it’s a mission celebrating the shared values of courage, commitment, and elite performance of the men and women who serve our nation,” said Ben Kennedy, a former race car driver and the current executive vice president and chief venue and racing innovations officer for NASCAR, in a statement.
The Coronado race will be a part of a broader show, encompassing three days of races. The Cup Series event on Sunday, June 21 will be preceded by races for the Xfinity Series and CRAFTSMAN Truck Series races on Friday, June 19 and Saturday, June 20.
“It’s an honor to partner with NASCAR at NAS North Island as a part of our 250th anniversary celebration,” said Captain Loren Jacobi, commanding officer of Naval Base Coronado. “Hosting one of America’s premier motorsports events on this historic base reflects our partnership with the local community and our shared pride in the nation’s heritage.”
Tickets for the 2026 NASCAR San Diego Weekend will go on sale this fall. Fans can put down a deposit for advance pricing at NASCARSanDiego.com.
My husband has a car that has been in a car museum twice and would like to display it in a car show connected with the upcoming NASCAR race at Coronado. Have you heard of any car show in development? Thank you, Mary Rose
My hope is that they will do it in the professional manner that the historic races were held in the early days years ago. There were grandstands, a paddock to walk through, vip lounges with covered grandstand type seating, food, restrooms, libations. It was really a nice venue until it started deteriorating through lack of investment. I don’t think it was lack of interest. But it was a weekend affair. Car show and contest, parking for all on the base, a great course that all could see even though a few areas were rough and a little annoying for the drivers. Our family loved it and came for years. I’m hopeful this is the beginning of a great relationship between NASCAR and Coronado. And I really don’t even watch oval track NASCAR but I’ll show up for this.
Where the heck are they going to fit a race course?
Excited to see NASCAR coming to Coronado! It’s about time we get some thrilling races in our area. Can’t wait for June 2026!
Excited to see NASCAR coming to Coronado! Can’t wait for the race!
Excited to see NASCAR coming to Coronado! Can’t wait for the event next year!
Excited to see NASCAR coming to Coronado! Can’t wait for the race on June 21, 2026!
Excited to see NASCAR coming to Coronado! Can’t wait for the race next year!