NASCAR Cup Series returns to Iowa Speedway in 2026

The third installment is slated for Aug. 8-9

By Troy Hyde

August 20, 2025 at 8:42 pm CDT

The NASCAR Cup Series announced Wednesday it will return to Iowa Speedway in 2026 after selling out this past summer. (Troy Hyde/Newton News)

NASCAR announced on Wednesday that it will be returning to the Iowa Speedway in 2026.

The date for this year’s race weekend moves back to Aug. 8-9. Officials say the return is thanks to the support from fans and Iowa farmers.

NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Larson makes a pit stop at Iowa Speedway during the Iowa Corn 350 earlier this month. (Troy Hyde/Newton News)

“There is no destination on the Cup Series schedule quite like Iowa Speedway, and we’re proud that it has become a can’t-miss destination for NASCAR fans,” Iowa Speedway President Eric Peterson said in a statement. “Thanks to their incredible support of NASCAR and our partners at Iowa Corn and Hy-Vee, Iowa Speedway has showcased the Hawkeye state and its love for racing to the world.”

The 2026 race weekend will include the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series’ Hy-Vee PERKS 250 and the Iowa Corn 350 powered by Ethanol.

Tickets for the races go on sale to the public on Dec. 2. For more information about the series and tickets, visit the iowaspeedway.com.

This will be the third year in a row the Iowa Speedway has hosted the NASCAR Cup Series.