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Race Week

10 a.m. New England Racing Museum Open (Near NHMS's South Entrance)
6 p.m. The Groove Open (Fan Zone | S2 Lot)
Camper Appreciation Musical Bingo presented by Keystone (The Groove)
8 p.m. Camper Appreciation Karaoke presented by Keystone (The Groove)
10 a.m. New England Racing Museum Open (Near NHMS's South Entrance)
4 p.m. Tram Service Available
6 p.m. Laps for Charity (Check in: S3 Lot) *Proceeds Benefit the New Hampshire Chapter of Speedway Children's Charities
7 p.m. The Groove Open (Fan Zone | S2 Lot)
April Cushman Band & 603 Line Dancing (The Groove)
8 p.m. Family Movie Night: Zootopia 2 (Cracker Barrel Stage | Just Outside Infield Tunnel)
7 a.m. NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Haulers Enter
Approx. 7:45 a.m. NASCAR Cup Series Hauler Parade Begins (Through Campgrounds)
8 a.m. Parking Lots Open
NASCAR Cup Series Haulers Enter
9 a.m. NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Haulers Enter
9:30 a.m. Ticket Booths Open (Concord & Main)
10 a.m. New England Racing Museum Open (Near NHMS's South Entrance)
NASCAR Credentials Open (NASCAR Credentials Hauler Next to Parking Building Near Speedway's Main Entrance)
11 a.m. Gates Open (Concord & Main)
Food Court (Grab 'N' Go) & Merchandise Trailers Open (Behind Main Grandstand)
Track Treasures Shop Open (Gap Between Concord & Main Grandstands) *Proceeds Benefit the New Hampshire Chapter of Speedway Children's Charities
Sign the Track Wall Banner (Track Treasures Shop in Gap Between Concord & Main Grandstands) *Proceeds Benefit the New Hampshire Chapter of Speedway Children's Charities
11:30 a.m. NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Practice One (Timed | 60 Minutes)
12 p.m. Sign Up to Ride the Elm City Party Bike (The Groove)
Fan Zone Open (S2 Lot)
The Groove Open (Fan Zone | S2 Lot)
12:40 p.m. NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Final Practice (Timed | 30 Minutes)
1 p.m. Cornhole Tournament (Area Outside Infield Tunnel) *Proceeds Benefit the New Hampshire Chapter of Speedway Children's Charities
2:45 p.m. NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Qualifying (All Entries: Single Vehicle / Two Laps)
3 p.m. Ticket Booths Open (The Flat Track)
3:30 p.m. Gates Open (The Flat Track)
SIG SAUER Academy Dirt Duels (The Flat Track)
50/50 Raffle (The Flat Track) *Proceeds Benefit the New Hampshire Chapter of Speedway Children's Charities
4 p.m. NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Practice
Sign Up to Ride the Elm City Party Bike (The Groove)
Tram Service Available
5 p.m. DJ Playing Music (The Groove)
5:05 p.m. NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Qualifying (Impound)
Approx. 8:45 p.m. Fireworks presented by Keystone (The Flat Track)
Approx. 9 p.m. Tim Dugger Concert presented by Keystone (The Flat Track Stage)
3 p.m. Ticket Booths Open
3:30 p.m. Ticket Gates Open
Sprint Cars of New England Motor Heat
3:45 p.m. Rolling Practice Sessions Start (Three Minutes per Group)
4:50 p.m. Heat Races Start
6 p.m. School Bus Rides to Benefit the New Hampshire Chapter of Speedway Children's Charities
6:30 p.m. Pre-Race Ceremonies
Sprint Cars of New England Feature One (15 Laps)
Sprint Cars of New England Feature Two (15 Laps)
Granite State Micro Sprints 500s Feature (20 Laps)
Xtreme Dirt Midget Association Feature (30 Laps)
Sprint Cars of New England – Wingless Feature (15 Laps)
Granite State Micro Sprints 600s Feature (20 Laps)
Sprint Cars of New England Showdown Race (20 Laps)
Approx. 8:45 p.m. Fireworks
Approx. 9-10 p.m. Tim Dugger Concert (The Flat Track Stage)

*Schedule subject to change. Stay up-to-date with our mobile app.

8 a.m. Parking Lots Open
NASCAR Credentials Open (NASCAR Credentials Hauler Next to Parking Building Near Speedway's Main Entrance)
Tram Service Available
9:30 a.m. Ticket Booths Open (Concord, Main & Laconia)
10 a.m. DJ Playing Music (The Groove)
New England Racing Museum Open (Near NHMS's South Entrance)
Fan Zone Open (S2 Lot)
The Groove Open (Fan Zone | S2 Lot)
10:30 a.m. Gates Open (Concord, Main & Laconia)
Suites (Concord & Main) & Hospitality Areas Open
NASCAR Cup Series Practice (Impound) (All Entries)
Track Treasures Shop Open (Gap Between Concord & Main Grandstands) *Proceeds Benefit the New Hampshire Chapter of Speedway Children's Charities
Food Court & Merchandise Trailers Open (Behind Main Grandstands)
Sign the Track Wall Banner (Track Treasures Shop in Gap Between Concord & Main Grandstands) *Proceeds Benefit the New Hampshire Chapter of Speedway Children's Charities
50/50 Raffle (Tent Between Concord & Main Grandstands & Roaming) *Proceeds Benefit the New Hampshire Chapter of Speedway Children's Charities
11 a.m. NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Autograph Session (Autograph Tent Next to The Groove)
11:35 a.m. NASCAR Cup Series Qualifying (Impound)
12 p.m. NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Autograph Session (Autograph Tent Next to The Groove)
Sign Up to Ride the Elm City Party Bike (The Groove)
1:10 p.m. NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Driver Introductions (Frontstretch)
1:30 p.m. Team EJP 175 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Race (Stages 55/110/175 Laps = 185.15 Miles)
Approx. 4:25 p.m. NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Driver Introductions (As Cars Roll Off The Grid)
4:30 p.m. Mohegan Sun 100 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Race (100 Laps = 105.8 Miles)
5:30 p.m. Track Walk presented by LeMay Family Goodworks (Check-in at the front of the Bath/Shower House in the S3 Lot) *Proceeds Benefit the New Hampshire Chapter of Speedway Children's Charities
6 p.m. "The Magic Mile" Happy Hour Show hosted by Jose Castillo, Mamba Smith & Alan Cavanna featuring Steve Park & Dick Berggren (6-7 p.m.) | Ryan Blaney, Austin Cindric & Joey Logano (7-7:30 p.m.) | Freddie Kraft & Tommy Baldwin (7:30-8 p.m.) (The Groove)
7 p.m. Sign Up to Ride the Elm City Party Bike (The Groove)
8:30 p.m. Everybody Wants Some: A Tribute to Van Halen Concert (Cracker Barrel Stage | Just Outside Infield Tunnel)
9 p.m. The Flying Ivories Dueling Pianos Performance (The Groove)
8 a.m. Parking Lots Open
Tram Service Available *Trams do not run for 45 minutes immediately following the checkered flag
9:30 a.m. Ticket Booths Open (Concord, Main & Laconia)
9:45 a.m. Wicked Good Live Auction (Cracker Barrel Stage | Just Outside Infield Tunnel) *Proceeds Benefit the New Hampshire Chapter of Speedway Children's Charities
10 a.m. Fan Zone Open (S2 Lot)
The Groove Open (Fan Zone | S2 Lot)
Sign Up to Ride the Elm City Party Bike (The Groove)
DJ Playing Music (The Groove)
10:30 a.m. NASCAR Credentials Open (NASCAR Credentials Hauler Next to Parking Building Near Speedway's Main Entrance)
11 a.m. Gates Open (Concord, Main & Laconia)
Suites (Concord & Main) & Hospitality Areas Open
Trackside Live Hosted by Kenny Wallace & John Roberts (Cracker Barrel Stage | Just Outside Infield Tunnel)
50/50 Raffle (Tent Between Concord & Main Grandstands & Roaming) *Proceeds Benefit the New Hampshire Chapter of Speedway Children's Charities
Track Treasures Shop Open (Gap Between Concord & Main Grandstands)
*Proceeds Benefit the New Hampshire Chapter of Speedway Children's Charities
Food Court & Merchandise Trailers Open (Behind Main Grandstands)
12:30 p.m. Fan Track Access (Frontstretch)
2 p.m. NASCAR Cup Series Drivers' Meeting (Infield Hospitality Tent)
2:25 p.m. NASCAR Cup Series Driver Introductions (Frontstretch)
3 p.m. Dollar Tree 301 NASCAR Cup Series Race (Stages 70/185/301 Laps = 318.46 Miles)

Latest News

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Friday, August 14, 2026
After months of work, NHMS prepares to host New England's only NASCAR Cup Series weekend Aug. 21-23, transforming the facility into a vibrant race hub. From winter maintenance to summer prep, including track repairs, signage and campground setup, the team works year-round to create a first-class fan experience.
Recent Headlines
08/13/26
NASCAR returns to New Hampshire Motor Speedway Aug. 21-23 for New England's only NASCAR Cup Series weekend. Drivers eagerly anticipate the popular Mohegan Sun 100 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour race. Fans can also enjoy the Team EJP 175 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series race, concerts, fireworks and entertainment.
08/12/26
Attending your first NASCAR race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway? No expertise needed — just bring your enthusiasm. Experience the unmatched sound and speed live, plus enjoy entertainment, driver appearances and the Fan Zone. With multiple races, it’s a perfect event for racing newcomers and families seeking a fun summer outing.
08/11/26
Steve Park, a celebrated NASCAR driver and one of the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour's 40 Greatest Drivers, will serve as Honorary Pace Car Driver for the Dollar Tree 301 NASCAR Cup Series race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway on Sunday, Aug. 23. Park, a Northeast native, will also join various fan events during the weekend.
08/10/26
Race fans attending New Hampshire Motor Speedway's NASCAR weekend can contribute to the New Hampshire Chapter of Speedway Children’s Charities by participating in events like customized brick sales, an online auction ending Aug. 20, charity laps, a cornhole tournament and a live auction. Funds support local nonprofits aiding children across the region.
08/06/26
New Hampshire Motor Speedway will host two of NASCAR’s Chase races in late September 2027, including the Team EJP 175 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series race and a NASCAR Cup Series race. This marks a return to fall racing in New England, with ticket renewals opening soon for fans attending the 2026 NASCAR weekend at NHMS.