The NASCAR Cup Series closes the Round of 12 on the Charlotte Motor Speedway ROVAL with the Bank of America ROVAL 400. The 2.28-mile road course inside the oval blends the speedway’s banked Turns 1 and 2 with a tight infield road section, and a history of last-corner contact has made it one of the more chaotic elimination races in the Cup format. Four drivers are cut from the playoff field after the checkered flag, leaving an eight-driver chase for the championship.
Whether you are heading to Concord or watching from home, here is the complete weekend itinerary, including practice sessions, qualifying, and the green flag for the main event.
Bank of America ROVAL 400 Event Overview
- Date: Sunday, October 11, 2026
- Track: Charlotte Motor Speedway ROVAL, Concord, NC (2.28-mile road course inside the oval)
- Distance: 109 Laps (248.48 miles)
- Format: Playoff Round of 12 elimination race; four drivers cut to set the Round of 8 field
- Defending Winner: Shane van Gisbergen
- 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, Oct 9 | Cup Series Practice | TBD | TBD |
| Sat, Oct 10 | Cup Series Qualifying | TBD | TBD |
| Sun, Oct 11 | Bank of America ROVAL 400 (Main Event) | 3:00 PM | NBC |
Printable Bank of America ROVAL 400 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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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What channel is the NASCAR race on today?
The Bank of America ROVAL 400 will be broadcast live on NBC. Streaming is also available via the NBC Sports App and Peacock.
How many stages are in the Bank of America ROVAL 400?
The race consists of three stages:
- Stage 1: Ends at Lap 25
- Stage 2: Ends at Lap 50
- Final Stage: Ends at Lap 109 (Checkered Flag)
What time does the green flag drop?
While the broadcast begins at 3:00 PM ET, the official green flag is scheduled to wave at approximately 3:15 PM ET.
