Fans gather in Bristol for NASCAR race weekend activities
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 10:39 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Bristol Motor Speedway is preparing to host NASCAR fans for a race weekend featuring multiple events. The NASCAR Cup Series Bass Pro Shops Night Race is set for Saturday night, complementing the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series' Food City 300 on Friday. The opening event, the UNOH 250, begins on Thursday. Celebrity appearances, including grand marshal Brad Pitt, are expected, alongside a festive atmosphere highlighted by food and entertainment. Local officials indicate the event generates nearly $100 million in revenue for the Bristol community, drawing fans from across the U.S. and around the world.
- •Bristol Motor Speedway hosts NASCAR fans from various countries.
- •The Bass Pro Shops Night Race occurs on Saturday night.
- •The Food City 300 will take place on Friday.
- •Local officials anticipate a substantial economic boost from the event.
- •Brad Pitt will serve as grand marshal for the Saturday race.
- 10:39 PMYahoo Sports — Bristol Motor Speedway prepares for race weekend
- 10:22 PMYahoo Sports — NASCAR fans flock to Bristol for race weekend
"BRISTOL, Tenn. (WJHL) – Race weekend in Bristol is approaching and several events are being held before leading up to the green flag on Saturday. The Bristol Motor Speedway hosted students from across Northeast Tennessee on Tuesday, giving them an opportunity to watch live demonstrations, speak with NASCAR drivers, and even get a bit of […]
"BRISTOL, Tenn. (WJHL) – Bristol Motor Speedway is getting ready to welcome race fans from across the United States and 20 other countries for race weekend. The NASCAR Cup Series Bass Pro Shops Night Race returns to BMS on Saturday night. The O’Reilly Auto Parts Series’ Food City 300 will be held Friday night, and […]
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 15, 2026, 10:39 PMBristol Motor Speedway prepares for race weekend
BRISTOL, Tenn. (WJHL) – Race weekend in Bristol is approaching and several events are being held before leading up to the green flag on Saturday. The Bristol Motor Speedway hosted students from across Northeast Tennessee on Tuesday, giving them an opportunity to watch live demonstrations, speak with NASCAR drivers, and even get a bit of […]
- Yahoo SportsSep 15, 2026, 10:22 PMNASCAR fans flock to Bristol for race weekend
BRISTOL, Tenn. (WJHL) – Bristol Motor Speedway is getting ready to welcome race fans from across the United States and 20 other countries for race weekend. The NASCAR Cup Series Bass Pro Shops Night Race returns to BMS on Saturday night. The O’Reilly Auto Parts Series’ Food City 300 will be held Friday night, and […]
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