The NASCAR Cup Series makes history with its first San Diego event – the Anduril 250 Race the Base – on a temporary street circuit at Naval Base Coronado. As the Cup Series’ newest road course and the first NASCAR points race ever held inside an active U.S. military installation, this debut weekend brings street-fighting brakes, narrow runoffs, and a full field of drivers with no prior race data on the layout.
Whether you are heading to Coronado or watching from home, here is the complete weekend itinerary, including practice sessions, qualifying, and the green flag for the main event.
Anduril 250 Race the Base Event Overview
- Date: Sunday, June 21, 2026
- Track: Naval Base Coronado (temporary street circuit) – San Diego, CA
- Distance: 250 miles (lap count TBD – circuit length to be finalized by NASCAR)
- Format: First-ever Cup Series points race held on a U.S. military installation
- Defending Winner: N/A – first running of this event
- 2026 Pole Winner: TBD (updated after qualifying)
Full Weekend Schedule & TV Times
All times are listed in Eastern Time (ET). Schedule is subject to change due to weather. The latest official information is published on the NASCAR Cup Series 2026 schedule page.
| Date | Event | Time (ET) | TV / Stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Jun 19 | Cup Series Practice | TBD | TBD |
| Sat, Jun 20 | Cup Series Qualifying | TBD | TBD |
| Sun, Jun 21 | Anduril 250 Race the Base (Main Event) | 4:00 PM | Amazon Prime Video |
Printable Anduril 250 Race the Base Schedule & Tracker
Download our signature minimalist, low-ink PDF for the weekend. This one-page tracker includes the weekend schedule and a blank Lap Leader and Top 10 grid for you to fill out during the race.
2026 NASCAR Cup Series Resource Hub
Looking for the full season outlook? Browse the complete 2026 schedule, including all playoff dates, road courses, and the international San Diego debut. We also keep printable, low-ink schedules for the other two NASCAR national series:
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- 2026 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Schedule: Full schedule and printable PDF
- 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Schedule: Full schedule and printable PDF
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What channel is the NASCAR race on today?
The Anduril 250 Race the Base will be broadcast live on Amazon Prime Video. The San Diego debut is part of the streamer’s exclusive 2026 Cup Series window.
How many stages are in the Anduril 250 Race the Base?
As a brand-new event for 2026, the official lap count and stage breakdown will be announced by NASCAR closer to the green flag. We will update this article when the format is released.
What time does the green flag drop?
While the broadcast begins at 4:00 PM ET, the official green flag is scheduled to wave at approximately 4:15 PM ET.
