NASCAR Unveils 16-Turn Naval Base San Diego Track for 2026 Race Weekend

NASCAR has officially unveiled a 16-turn, 3.4-mile street circuit at Naval Base Coronado in San Diego for the 2026 NASCAR San Diego Weekend, scheduled for June 19-21. This new track, the longest on the 2026 NASCAR schedule, features notable sections such as Carrier Corner between two docked aircraft carriers, the Coronado Chicane, and Runway Road near Halsey Field's runway, all set against a patriotic backdrop celebrating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Navy. The start/finish line is named after Commander Theodore Ellyson, Naval Aviator Number One, highlighting the site's naval aviation heritage. The event will include races from the NASCAR Cup Series, O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, and Craftsman Truck Series, with Navy members and select locals having exclusive access on the first day, followed by public attendance on the weekend. Grandstand seating and hospitality areas will provide fans vantage points of both the racing action and the scenic military base surroundings. This event replaces the Chicago Street Course for 2026, with Chicago retaining a NASCAR presence via the revived Chicagoland Speedway.