NASCAR Brings the Excitement to Naval Base Coronado in San Diego
The prestigious NASCAR competition is preparing for a new stage, bringing the adrenaline of racing to an unprecedented setting. In June of next year, the naval base of Coronado, located in Southern California, will be the epicenter of an exciting street race. This event, which will span three days, from June 19 to 21, will coincide with the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States Navy. The initiative will include the three NASCAR national series, promising a weekend full of speed and spectacle.This will be the second street race in NASCAR history, following the three editions held in Chicago. The circuit is expected to be approximately 3 miles long. Although the move to San Diego doesn’t rule out a possible return to Chicago in the future, perhaps in 2027.“As part of the 250th anniversary of our nation, we are honored that NASCAR will join the celebration by hosting our first street race on a military base, Naval Base Coronado. The NASCAR San Diego Weekend will honor the history of the Navy and the men and women who serve while bringing the best of global motorsports to the streets of Naval Base Coronado.”
Ben Kennedy, Executive Vice President and Chief of Event and Racing Innovations, NASCAR
Amy Lupo, who has been with the series since 2021 and collaborated on the Colosseum event, has been named president of the race. Lupo, with over 20 years of experience in the expansion of the X Games, will now lead this exciting project.“NASCAR embodies the best of the American spirit through speed, precision, and the unwavering pursuit of excellence. Hosting a race aboard Naval Air Station North Island, the birthplace of naval aviation, is not just a historical first, it’s a powerful tribute to the values we share: courage, teamwork, and love of country”.
John C. Phelan, Secretary of the Navy
