NASCAR sets inaugural race weekend at Naval Base Coronado in San Diego

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Last updated Jun 18, 2026

NASCAR sets inaugural race weekend at Naval Base Coronado in San Diego
Summary

NASCAR will host its first-ever race weekend at Naval Base Coronado in San Diego from June 19-21, 2026. The event includes the NASCAR Cup Series, Craftsman Truck Series, and O'Reilly Auto Parts Series, featuring a new road course. Weather conditions for the weekend are expected to be favorable, with temperatures around 71 degrees and minimal chances of rain. Teams will depend heavily on practice sessions to prepare for this unfamiliar venue, lacking any previous race data. The schedule includes practice and qualifying on Friday and Saturday, leading up to the Cup Series race on Sunday at 4 p.m. ET.

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  • First NASCAR event at Naval Base Coronado, San Diego.
  • Competition includes Cup Series, Craftsman Truck Series, and O'Reilly Auto Parts Series.
  • Favorable weather forecast for all three days of racing.
  • Drivers will utilize practice sessions to adapt to the new road course.
  • Race weekend scheduled from June 19-21, 2026.
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  • 3:05 PMYahoo SportsNASCAR San Diego Weekend Schedule and Weather Forecast: Everything Fans Need To Know
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NASCAR's first-ever San Diego weekend is finally here. From practice and qualifying to the inaugural Cup Series race at Naval Base Coronado, here's the complete weekend schedule, TV information, and latest weather forecast for all three days of action.

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