NASCAR announced Tuesday it will not return to Chicago in 2027. NASCAR officials previously said they would not return to downtown Chicago for 2026, but planned to return in 2027.
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Chicago's first ever NASCAR street race was hosted in 2023. NASCAR will return to the Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet June 25-27. SEE ALSO | NASCAR Chicago Street Race will not return in 2026, could come back in 2027 It will include the ARCA Menards Series on Friday, June 25, NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series on Saturday, June 26, and the NASCAR Cup Series on Sunday, June 27, 2027. "The fan response this year was overwhelming, so we're thrilled to be able to honor that turnout with another milestone weekend of racing in Joliet," said Jacque Herrera, general manager of Chicagoland Speedway. "I grew up coming to this track with my family, so to see it roar back to life this year and return to the NASCAR competition schedule in 2027 is an incredible thrill." This is a developing story; check back with ABC7 Chicago for updates. The video in the player above is from an earlier report.