NASCAR is pausing the Chicago street race because it needs more time to try to reschedule the event and reduce the build-out and breakdown of the pop-up racecourse.

NASCAR is reportedly set to host a street race in San Diego, but the short-term future of the Mexico City race is also up in the air after van Gisbergen won the inaugural race in June.

NASCAR will not return to the downtown Chicago street course in 2026, race organizers announced on social media on July 18. In a statement, race organizers stated a goal of returning to the NASCAR ...

NASCAR vows to return to Chicago. Here's when and why the race won't be back in 2026 By NBC Chicago Staff • Published July 18, 2025 • Updated on July 18, 2025 at 5:19 pm ...

NASCAR is replacing its Chicago stop with a street race in San Diego. Driver Michael McDowell (71) drives in a NASCAR Cup Series auto race at the Grant Park 220, Sunday, July 6, 2025, in Chicago.

“Our goal is for the Chicago Street Race to return in 2027 with an event that further enhances the experience for residents and visitors alike, as we work together towards a new potential date ...

Julie Giese – President, Chicago Street Race Ald. Bill Conway (34th Ward) represents part of downtown and told WGN-TV he’s spoken with NASCAR officials about their plans moving forward.

CHICAGO (AP) — NASCAR is pressing pause on its Chicago Street Race, answering at least one major question about its schedule for next season. NASCAR raced on a street course in downtown Chicago ...

The Chicago Street Race was held near July 4 weekend each of the past three years. Giese explained in the letter to the Chicago mayor that the reason to “pause” the event is that “as we reflect on ...

NASCAR is pressing pause on its Chicago Street Race, answering at least one major question about its schedule for next season. NASCAR raced on a street course in downtown Chicago ...