On Wednesday, NASCAR released the 2026 season schedule. A notable change has moved the NASCAR All-Star Race from North Wilkesboro Speedway to Dover Motor Speedway.
Dover Motor Speedway is a 1-mile concrete oval located in Dover, Delaware. The track was purchased in 2021 by Speedway Motorsports, LLC.
This will be the first time since the track opened in 1969 that the NASCAR All-Star Race will be held at the track.
The NASCAR All-Star Race is a non-points event that pays $1,000,000 to the race winner.
The event typically features race winners from the previous and current season. Details regarding eligibility for the 2026 event have yet to be announced.
The 2026 NASCAR All-Star Race is scheduled for May 17, 2025.
“We are beyond excited to host the NASCAR All-Star Race at The Monster Mile in 2026,” said Mike Tatoian, Dover Motor Speedway’s president and general manager.
“The mid-May dates historically offer great weather in our region and we are already hard at work on plans to make the entire weekend a special one for our fans. Stay tuned for lots of updates and fun additions to the weekend – including the return of the wildly successful Miles Beach, presented by Visit Delaware – in our famous Fan Zone.”
“Hosting the NASCAR All-Star Race at The Monster Mile is a win for Delaware’s economy and tourism industry,” said Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer.
“In 2026, as we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, fans from across the globe will come here for the thrill of race weekend, discovering our beaches, history, and hospitality along the way. And take it from the First State: if you’re not first, you’re last!”
The weekend will also feature the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series.
Dover Results: July 20, 2025 (NASCAR Cup Series)
Full list of tracks that have hosted the NASCAR All-Star Race:
1985
Charlotte Motor Speedway
1986
Atlanta Motor Speedway
1987-2019
Charlotte Motor Speedway
2020
Bristol Motor Speedway
2021-2022
Texas Motor Speedway
2023-2025
North Wilkesboro Speedway
2026
Dover Motor Speedway
