NASCAR is bringing Championship Weekend back to Homestead-Miami Speedway in 2026.
As part of the sanctioning body’s new rotating championship model, which will see the season-finale move between some of NASCAR’s marquee venues and key markets on a year-to-year basis, the NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series, and NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series will crown their champion in Homestead, Florida from November 6-8, 2026.
Jordan Bianchi of The Athletic first reported the news on April 21.
The move signals a return to the racetrack that previously hosted NASCAR Championship Weekend from 2002 to 2019, and awarded several important championships, including Jimmie Johnson’s seventh NASCAR Cup Series title in 2016, and active drivers Joey Logano, Kyle Busch, and Brad Keselowski.
“Homestead-Miami Speedway has a history of competitive, championship racing that will provide nostalgia for veteran drivers and fans and exhilaration for NASCAR’s new generation,” said Ben Kennedy, EVP, Chief Venue & Racing Innovation Officer. “As we move forward, the rotating model will provide new challenges for competitors as well as opportunities for unique venues to host our loyal fans at NASCAR Championship Weekend.”
For many years, the 1.5-mile facility in Homestead, Florida has served as a fan-favorite among NASCAR fans, for its multi-groove, driver-centric racing, and it’s incredible atmosphere. Kyle Larson won the Straight Talk Wireless 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway that was contested earlier this year.
“As we celebrate our 30th season, it is fitting we will start our next decade returning to our championship roots at Homestead-Miami Speedway,” said Guillermo Santa Cruz, Homestead-Miami Speedway President. “The 2026 NASCAR Championship Weekend will offer the brightest young stars of the sport the opportunity to join the illustrious 18-year history of championship racing in South Florida alongside veteran fan-favorite drivers.”
Phoenix Raceway, which has served as host of NASCAR Championship Weekend since 2020, will continue to hold two dates on the 2026 NASCAR National Series, including a prominent position in the Round of 8. Additional details on that will come at a later date.
At this time, only Homestead-Miami Speedway and Phoenix Raceway have been confirmed to be a part of the championship weekend rotation. Further details on which other racetracks could host the season-finale will also come at a later date.
