The NASCAR Cup Series and the CRAFTSMAN Truck Series are scheduled to return to New Hampshire Motor Speedway on August 22 and 23, 2026. This weekend will bring a critical moment in the NASCAR Cup Series August 2026 schedule, featuring intense competition at one of New England’s premier racing venues.
New Hampshire Motor Speedway’s annual NASCAR weekend will spotlight the Team EJP 175 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series regular season finale and the penultimate race of the NASCAR Cup Series regular season. These high-stakes events are expected to draw significant attention from both drivers and fans alike.
High Pressure and Anticipation Among Drivers and Fans
David McGrath, Executive Vice President and General Manager of New Hampshire Motor Speedway, described the upcoming races as a “pressure cooker” for the competing drivers. He emphasized the intensity of the event by highlighting the desperate fight many Truck Series drivers will face to secure their final opportunity to enter the NASCAR Playoffs.
Next year’s NASCAR weekend will literally be a pressure cooker for those drivers,
said David McGrath, Executive Vice President and General Manager.
The drivers will undoubtedly be putting it all on the line, and the Truck drivers specifically will be fighting for their final chance to make it to the NASCAR Playoffs. New England race fans are in for a wild weekend of racing at ‘The Magic Mile’ next August. What a perfect way to close out a summer of fun with family and friends.
—David McGrath, Executive Vice President and General Manager
Ticketing and Future Announcements
Details regarding TV and radio broadcast schedules, network affiliations, as well as additional racing attractions and entertainment for the August 2026 weekend will be revealed in the coming months. Meanwhile, race fans attending the NASCAR Playoffs at NHMS from September 19 to 21, 2025, will have the first chance to secure their seats and campsites for the August 2026 event by renewing their reservations while onsite.
Stay Connected for Updates on New Hampshire Motor Speedway Events
Fans can remain informed about New Hampshire Motor Speedway’s events through official social media channels including Facebook (@NHMotorSpeedway), X (@NHMS), and Instagram (@NHMS). The speedway’s website and mobile app will also provide the latest news and event details as they become available.