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NASCAR Pauses Chicago Street Race for 2026, Eyes 2027 Return

NASCAR will collaborate with city officials on a new date, streamlining build operations for a planned 2027 comeback.

Jul 6, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; A general view as fans watch the Grant Park 165 at Chicago Street Race. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Bartel-Imagn Images/File Photo
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – JULY 06: Ty Gibbs, driver of the #54 Monster Energy Toyota, and Austin Dillon, driver of the #3 Breztri Chevrolet, race during the NASCAR Cup Series Grant Park 165 at Chicago Street Course on July 06, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • NASCAR confirmed it will not stage the Chicago Street Race in 2026 after its three-year agreement with the city expired.
  • Julie Giese said the pause will allow NASCAR and Chicago officials time to set a new date and reduce the lengthy setup and teardown schedule.
  • Organizers aim to bring the Grant Park street race back in 2027 with a shorter build timeframe and enhanced community and tourism initiatives.
  • Reports indicate NASCAR is in talks to host a 2026 street race in San Diego and is considering Chicagoland Speedway as a fallback venue.
  • The Chicago event generated an estimated $128 million in economic impact in 2024 but faced criticism over extended road closures, weather delays and holiday weekend disruptions.