Chase Elliott on renewed excitement heading into the NASCAR playoffs
NASCAR Cup Series driver Chase Elliott said the regular season can get long and drawn out, making the playoffs something to look forward to.
- The race weekend at Nashville Superspeedway will begin on May 29th with the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race.
- Specific start times and broadcast information will be released later.
The Cracker Barrel 400 at Nashville Superspeedway will remain the same time on the calendar (May 31) in 2026 as it was this season.
The 2025 Cracker Barrel 400 was won by Ryan Blaney in front of a sold out crowd. The Nashville Cup race has sold out every year but one since NASCAR racing returned to the Superspeedway in 2021.
The 2026 weekend will begin on May 29 with the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race, followed by the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race on May 30.
Start times, on-track competition schedules, additional entertainment and broadcast information for all three races will be released at a later date.
“Year after year, we’re so honored to welcome NASCAR back to Middle Tennessee,” Nashville Superspeedway general manager Matt Greci said in a release.
“Our fans and community have embraced this weekend as a can’t-miss celebration to kick off the summer. The team here at Nashville Superspeedway takes pride in blending the best in racing with the energy and hospitality that Nashville is known for. This race weekend always delivers exciting finishes and unforgettable memories, and we know that 2026 will be no exception.”
Here is the complete 2026 NASCAR schedule.
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