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See the Full Year Schedule at Bristol
Watch tomorrow’s stars prove themselves the only way that matters—wide open, high on the banks, with everybody watching.
The Truck Series and ARCA Doubleheader isn't just racing under the lights—it's a finely tuned spectacle of speed and pride!
Back in April. Full of Chaos. Full of Fun for the whole family.
Saturday, August 15, 2026
From spring 1981 through spring 1984 nobody was better than NASCAR legend Darrell Waltrip at Bristol Motor Speedway. He won seven consecutive Cup Series races during that stretch, a mark that still stands today. Follow along to find out how he did it.
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08/13/26
Joe Gibbs Racing will run a special M&M's paint scheme on Ty Gibbs’ No. 54 Toyota for the Bass Pro Shops Night Race, Sept. 19 at Bristol Motor Speedway, it was announced today in a moving video by Samantha Busch on social media.
08/07/26
NASCAR star Chandler Smith threw out the ceremonial first pitch Thursday, Aug. 6 at Erlanger Stadium prior to the game with the Chattanooga Lookouts vs. the Knoxville Smokies. Smith, who drives the No. 38 Ford for Front Row Motorsports, was in town as part of a media tour to preview America’s Night Race weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway.
08/07/26
From humble napkin sketches to a NASCAR icon, Bristol Motor Speedway was built fast in 1961, offering fans close-up, thrilling racing. Under Bruton Smith’s leadership from 1996, the track evolved into “The Last Great Colosseum,” expanding seating and enhancing the fan experience to an extraordinary level.
08/06/26
The 2027 Bristol Motor Speedway NASCAR season brings the Food City 500 back to its traditional April 9-11 weekend, celebrating springtime family traditions. The iconic Bass Pro Shops Night Race returns to August 12-14, reviving decades of legendary summer racing action under the lights at The Last Great Colosseum.
