NASCAR’s Chicago Street Race Canceled for 2027 Amid Funding and Scheduling Issues
NASCAR will not return to Grant Park in Chicago for its street race in 2027. The decision was primarily driven by scheduling conflicts with the July 4th holiday weekend and a failure to secure a $15 million state grant. While…
Chicago, IL, August 18, 2026 —
NASCAR has announced that its popular street race, previously held in Chicago’s Grant Park, will not take place in 2027. The decision marks the end of the event’s run in the city’s downtown area.
Primary factors contributing to the cancellation include scheduling conflicts anticipated with the July 4th holiday weekend. Additionally, the event’s organizers were unable to secure a $15 million state grant that was considered crucial for its continuation in Grant Park.
While the Chicago street race will not proceed in 2027, NASCAR has confirmed that its 2027 event will be held at the Joliet Speedway. This move shifts the race to a different venue within the greater Chicago area.
Despite the current decision to move away from the Grant Park location, both NASCAR representatives and city officials have indicated a willingness to explore future possibilities. Discussions regarding the potential return of the race to the streets of Chicago at a later date remain open.
Story summarized from the original created by Fran Spielman on chicago.suntimes.com, see more information here.
