Overview

• NASCAR will forego a Chicago street race in 2026 but retains a 90-day option to exercise its contract extension for a 2027 return.
• City officials and NASCAR representatives met on July 21 to negotiate improved dates, financial terms and logistical plans for the race’s next iteration.
• The City of Chicago and Choose Chicago have commissioned a financial analysis to evaluate the event’s economic impact and public costs ahead of renewed talks.
• NASCAR has pledged to sustain and expand its community partnerships, including increased support for the Boys and Girls Club, during the 2026 hiatus.
• As part of its urban racing strategy, NASCAR is exploring a 2026 street-race venue in San Diego to replace its Chicago stop.