NASCAR seeks larger state grant for Chicago Street Race in 2027
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 2:17 AM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
NASCAR aims to return to Grant Park for the Chicago Street Race next summer but faces a funding issue. The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity has allocated $5 million for operational expenses in fiscal year 2027, but NASCAR is pursuing a larger $15 million grant, up from the previous $5 million received in 2025. Discussions about the event's return are ongoing, with no final agreements established. The organization previously paused this summer’s Chicago race, held instead in San Diego, to address local concerns. Future events may take place over Memorial Day weekend, but the negotiation delays could affect plans.
- •NASCAR is negotiating for a $15 million state grant for 2027.
- •Grant Park hosted the Chicago Street Race from 2023 to 2025.
- •The 2026 race was held in San Diego due to local concerns.
- •NASCAR is considering both Chicago and Joliet for next year’s schedule.
- •Final decisions on the Chicago Street Race are pending negotiations.
- 2:17 AMYahoo Sports — NASCAR seeking larger grant from state to bring Chicago Street Race back in 2027
"CHICAGO — While NASCAR is hoping to get the Chicago Street Race back to Grant Park next summer, it may have hit a speed bump in negotiations for a state grant to help defray costs for the event. The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity said Wednesday that the state has appropriated $5 million in the fiscal year 2027 budget to NASCAR “for costs associated with operating expenses” ...
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