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Dollar Tree 301 Entertainment

Sunday, August 23, 2026 3:00 PM
NASCAR Cup Series
1.058-Mile Oval

The NASCAR Cup Series will return to New Hampshire Motor Speedway on Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026 with the Dollar Tree 301 as the penultimate race in the NASCAR Cup Series regular season! New England's only NASCAR Cup Series weekend, Aug. 21-23, 2026, will also feature the Team EJP 175 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series regular season finale!

New Hampshire Motor Speedway uses flex pricing. Prices are subject to change at any time. The Dollar Tree 301 NASCAR Cup Series race will be broadcast live at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026 on USA Network, PRN & SiriusXM NASCAR Radio. Full weekend schedule will be announced at a later date.

The Groove Fan Hangout

The Groove Fan Hangout

S2 Lot
Wednesday - Sunday, Aug. 19-23, 2026
The Groove Fan Hangout

The Groove is the place to mingle & hang out with your friends & family. Located in the Fan Zone in the S2 Lot, The Groove will feature high top tables & stools, DJs, a selfie station & live entertainment. Food & drinks will be available for purchase, but there's no cover charge to get in to The Groove.

Hours: Wednesday 6-9 p.m. | Thursday 7-9 p.m. | Friday 12-10 p.m. | Saturday 10 a.m. – 11 p.m. | Sunday 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

  • Wednesday: Musical Bingo (6-8 p.m.) | Karaoke (8-9 p.m.)
  • Thursday: April Cushman Band & 603 Line Dancing (7-9 p.m.)
  • Friday: DJ (5-10 p.m.)
  • Saturday: DJ (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.) | "The Magic Mile" Happy Hour Show (6-8 p.m.) | The Flying Ivories Dueling Pianos (9-11 p.m.)
  • Sunday: DJ (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.)

*The Groove will be 21+ Saturday night. Schedule subject to change. Stay up-to-date with our mobile app.

Camper Appreciation Musical Bingo presented by Keystone

The Groove | S2 Lot
Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026 | 6-8 p.m.
Camper Appreciation Musical Bingo <span>presented by Keystone</span>

Win cool prizes & enjoy opening evening at The Groove with Musical Bingo. We'll supply the BINGO cards, dobbers & prizes – you bring the fun!

Camper Appreciation Karaoke presented by Keystone

The Groove | S2 Lot
Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026 | 8-9 p.m.
Camper Appreciation Karaoke <span>presented by Keystone</span>

New this year! Grab the mic & step into the spotlight with your version of your favorite song. Everyone's a star with karaoke!

April Cushman Band & 603 Line Dancing

The Groove | S2 Lot
Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026 | 7-9 p.m.
April Cushman Band & 603 Line Dancing

The April Cushman Band will perform live at The Groove Thursday night with 603 Line Dancing instructors leading the way around the dance floor! Named a top-10 emerging artist & songwriter by Tractor Supply & Grammy-winning & multi-ACM-winning country artist Lainey Wilson, New Hampshire native Cushman is a vocal force in the Northeast. She was named Country Act of the Year by the New England Music Awards (2022 & 2023) & is commonly referred to as a "blend of Ashley McBryde with the story telling of Lori McKenna."

Elm City Party Bike

Sign Up at The Groove | S2 Lot
Friday - Sunday, Aug. 21-23, 2026
Elm City Party Bike

The Elm City Party Bike is New England’s first & foremost pedaled party & sightseeing bike & it'll be at New Hampshire Motor Speedway this August. Enjoy a fun, social & relaxing way to explore the NHMS property while exercising. The best part? It's BYOB! Bring your own snacks, beer, wine, cider & seltzer!

  • Friday: 12-3 p.m. & 4-6 p.m.
  • Saturday: 12-3 p.m. & 7-9 p.m.
  • Sunday: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Must be 21+ with a valid ID. Limited seats available on a first come, first served basis. Sign up at The Groove during the hours listed above. Duration of ride is 10-12 minutes.

"The Magic Mile" Happy Hour Show

The Groove | S2 Lot
Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026 | 6-8 p.m.

Grab a drink, relax & enjoy "The Magic Mile" Happy Hour Show hosted by NASCAR personality Jose Castillo & New Englanders Mamba Smith & Alan Cavanna at The Groove. This live talk show will feature one of the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour's 40 Greatest Drivers & winner in all three of NASCAR's top series, Steve Park, NASCAR Hall of Famer Dick Berggren, Team Penske's Ryan Blaney, Joey Logano & Austin Cindric & Door Bumper Clear's Freddie Kraft & Tommy Baldwin.

  • 6-7 p.m.: Steve Park & Dick Berggren
  • 7-7:30 p.m.: Ryan Blaney, Joey Logano & Austin Cindric
  • 7:30-8 p.m.: Freddie Kraft & Tommy Baldwin

The Flying Ivories Dueling Pianos

The Groove | S2 Lot
Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026 | 9-11 p.m.
The Flying Ivories Dueling Pianos

The Flying Ivories will belt out an all-request, rock & roll sing-along at The Groove Saturday night while you & your friends dance, hoot, holler & even join them on stage for a show that's part music, part comedy & all fun. From Billy Joel to Aretha Franklin, from Sinatra to Metallica, from Johnny Cash to Katy Perry, they've got it covered.

Cracker Barrel Stage

Family Movie NightNew Location!

Cracker Barrel Stage Just Outside Infield Tunnel
Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026 | 8 p.m.
Family Movie Night

Get your popcorn & snacks & bring a chair to the Cracker Barrel Stage, located just outside the infield tunnel, to enjoy "Zootopia 2" on the big screen.

Everybody Wants Some: A Tribute to Van Halen

Cracker Barrel Stage Just Outside Infield Tunnel
Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026 | 8:30-10 p.m.
Everybody Wants Some: A Tribute to Van Halen

Everybody Wants Some, the ultimate tribute to the legendary Van Halen, will transport you back to the golden age of rock when they hit the Cracker Barrel Stage, located just outside the infield tunnel, Saturday night. Expect to hear all the hits & classic album tracks that defined a generation, performed with the energy & precision that Van Halen themselves would be proud of.

Trackside Live

Cracker Barrel Stage Just Outside Infield Tunnel
Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Trackside Live

This high-energy entertainment pre-race show includes driver interviews with some of the top stars in the NASCAR Cup Series & plenty of antics & high-jinks from Kenny Wallace & John Roberts. Don't miss it at the Cracker Barrel Stage, located just outside the infield tunnel, Sunday morning.

Guests will be announced at a later date.

NASCAR Kids Zone

LOSI Hobby-Grade RC Cars

Fan Zone | S2 Lot
Friday - Sunday, Aug. 21-23, 2026
LOSI Hobby-Grade RC Cars

The Hobby-grade 1/12 NASCAR Stock Cars will be racing around the NASCAR Kids Zone.

  • Friday: 12-5 p.m.
  • Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Sunday: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

LEGO Build & Race

Fan Zone | S2 Lot
Friday - Sunday, Aug. 21-23, 2026
LEGO Build & Race

Kids are encouraged to build their dream LEGO car & race it down the track to compete with their friends & family. Kids can use the LEGO building stations then step up to the track to release their car on the starting line.

  • Friday: 12-5 p.m.
  • Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Sunday: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Victory Lane

Fan Zone | S2 Lot
Friday - Sunday, Aug. 21-23, 2026
Victory Lane

Your kid's a winner, so have them celebrate in victory lane! The NASCAR Victory lane photo spot is complete with a replica Championship Trophy as well as a Quarter Midget to help drive awareness of the NASCAR Youth Series.

  • Friday: 12-5 p.m.
  • Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Sunday: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Toyota Coloring Book Car

Fan Zone | S2 Lot
Friday - Sunday, Aug. 21-23, 2026
Toyota Coloring Book Car

Kids can help design a NASCAR race car! The Coloring Book Car is the first-ever actual running stock car that kids can color on, welcoming creativity & participation in designing the car throughout the weekend.

  • Friday: 12-5 p.m.
  • Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Sunday: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Gaming Garage

Fan Zone | S2 Lot
Friday - Sunday, Aug. 21-23, 2026
Gaming Garage

The NASCAR Gaming Garage is home to our more aged-up guests, where they can kick back, lounge & play video games.

  • Friday: 12-5 p.m.
  • Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Sunday: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Slot Car Racing

Fan Zone | S2 Lot
Friday - Sunday, Aug. 21-23, 2026
Slot Car Racing

Kids can race against each other at the NASCAR Kids Zone Slot Car Racing track.

  • Friday: 12-5 p.m.
  • Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Sunday: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Crash Circuit

Fan Zone | S2 Lot
Friday - Sunday, Aug. 21-23, 2026
Crash Circuit

Crash Circuit toys are front & center in the NASCAR Kids Zone, including two crash racer tables.

  • Friday: 12-5 p.m.
  • Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Sunday: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Reaction Race

Fan Zone | S2 Lot
Friday - Sunday, Aug. 21-23, 2026
Reaction Race

Kids can test their reaction skills using lighted reactions buttons in this :30 race. NASCAR drivers can post their fastest times for kids to try to beat.

  • Friday: 12-5 p.m.
  • Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Sunday: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Free Family Fun

NASCAR Cup Series Hauler Parade

Through Campgrounds to Infield Tunnel
Friday, Aug. 21 | Approx. 7:45 a.m.
NASCAR Cup Series Hauler Parade

Led by the N.H. State Police, Loudon Police & Fire Departments & the NHMS Toyota Camry XSE pace car, approximately 40 brightly colored, 18-wheeled NASCAR Cup Series haulers will drive along Gil Rogers Highway starting at approximately 7:45 a.m. & make their way through the campgrounds before entering the infield tunnel at 8 a.m.

Synergy SpeedLab: Mobile Sim Racing Experience

Fan Zone | S2 Lot
Friday - Sunday, Aug. 21-23, 2026
Synergy SpeedLab: Mobile Sim Racing Experience

Test your racing skills at the SpeedLab: Mobile Sim Racing Experience. As you enter the SpeedLab onto the ADA accessible ramped entrance, you'll see racing history everywhere, but especially in the two bright red retro sims. There's also a custom-built 1937 Legend Car sim with a screen as a windshield. It's proudly perched just outside the rear door on an elevated platform along with two big screens so spectators can see the driver's view as well as the in-car camera view.

  • Friday: 12-5 p.m.
  • Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Sunday: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Must-See Pit Stops

New England Racing Museum

Near NHMS's South Entrance
Wednesday - Sunday, Aug. 19-23, 2026 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Daily
New England Racing Museum

Explore the history of New England motor racing at the New England Racing Museum located next to The Flat Track near the speedway's South Entrance. The museum features more than 30 historic race cars & motorcycles as well as an iRacing Simulator, library & other interactive exhibits. 

Food Court

Behind Main Grandstands
Friday - Sunday, Aug. 21-23, 2026
Food Court

When you need to fuel up, stop by the Food Court behind the Main Grandstands next to the Main Ticket booth for delicious grab 'n' go options, race weekend favorites & more.

  • Friday: 11 a.m. – Checkered flag for NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Qualifying
  • Saturday: 10:30 a.m. – Checkered flag for the Mohegan Sun 100 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Race
  • Sunday: 11 a.m. – Checkered flag for the Dollar Tree 301 NASCAR Cup Series Race

Limited options available Friday & Saturday.

Friday at The Flat Track

Giant Games

The Flat Track at NHMS
Friday, Aug. 21, 2026 | 4-9 p.m.
Giant Games

Have some wicked big inflatable fun at The Flat Track Friday night with giant pong, giant cornhole & a bounce house during SIG SAUER Academy Dirt Duels!

Fireworks presented by Keystone

The Flat Track at NHMS
Friday, Aug. 21, 2026 | Approx. 8:45 p.m.
Fireworks <span>presented by Keystone</span>

Once the final checkered flag flies for SIG SAUER Academy Dirt Duels at The Flat Track, enjoy an amazing fireworks display before Tim Dugger takes the stage.

Tim Dugger presented by Keystone

The Flat Track at NHMS
Friday, Aug. 21, 2026 | Approx. 9 p.m.
Tim Dugger <span>presented by Keystone</span>

Alabama native & NASCAR enthusiast, Tim Dugger, will hit The Flat Track Stage after the fireworks show. Dugger is full of musical talent, southern charm & a little bit of wit. As a teen, the diehard NASCAR fan knew country music was in his blood & began performing anywhere he could, including bars & clubs near racetracks, where he developed not only a loyal following of race fans, but he also became a favorite of several NASCAR drivers & their crews.

Speedway Children's Charities Fundraisers

Laps for CharityBenefits Speedway Children's Charities

Check In: S3 Lot
Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026 | 6-8 p.m.
Laps for Charity

This fan-favorite event is your chance to experience the thrill of driving your own vehicle on the historic 1.058-mile oval known as "The Magic Mile" before NASCAR's stars roll into town. You can also experience a ride in the official NHMS Toyota Camry XSE pace car. Everyone will get a photo taken in victory lane after their laps.

Advance registration is encouraged.

Cornhole TournamentBenefits Speedway Children's Charities

Area Outside Infield Tunnel
Friday, Aug. 21, 2026 | Check-In & Practice: 2:30 p.m. | Tournament: 3:30 p.m.
Cornhole Tournament

The fifth annual Cornhole Tournament comes with a first-place prize of two VIP suite seats for Sunday’s Dollar Tree 301 NASCAR Cup Series race. Day-of registration is available, however, advance registration is suggested.

*Online registration will open soon.

Sign the Track Wall BannerBenefits Speedway Children's Charities

Track Treasures Shop | Between Grandstands
Friday & Saturday, Aug. 21-22, 2026
Sign the Track Wall Banner

Race fans can make their mark on the Dollar Tree 301 NASCAR Cup Series race at NHMS. For just $5, fans can Sign the Track Wall Banner at the Track Treasures Shop in the gap between the Concord & Main Grandstands. The banner will be placed on the racetrack wall Sunday morning for the Dollar Tree 301 NASCAR Cup Series race.

Track Treasures ShopBenefits Speedway Children's Charities

Between Concord & Main Grandstands
Friday - Sunday, Aug. 21-23, 2026
Track Treasures Shop

Purchase various mementos, NASCAR collectibles, one-of-a-kind autographed items, clothing, advertising banners & more at the Track Treasures Shop located in the gap between the Concord & Main Grandstands.

  • Friday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
  • Saturday: 10:30 a.m. – Checkered flag for the Mohegan Sun 100 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Race
  • Sunday: 10 a.m. – Checkered flag for the Dollar Tree 301 NASCAR Cup Series Race

50/50 RaffleBenefits Speedway Children's Charities

Track Treasures Shop | Between Grandstands
Friday - Sunday, Aug. 21-23, 2026
50/50 Raffle

Don’t miss your chance to win big this year with the sixth annual NASCAR weekend 50/50 Raffle. Tickets will be sold during SIG SAUER Academy Dirt Duels at The Flat Track on Friday & at the Track Treasures Shop between the Concord & Main Grandstands all day Saturday & Sunday. All ticket sales will end once the checkered flag flies for Sunday's Dollar Tree 301 NASCAR Cup Series race. The winner of half of the jackpot will be announced Monday. The other half goes directly to the New Hampshire Chapter of Speedway Children's Charities.

Track Walk presented by LeMay Family GoodworksBenefits Speedway Children's Charities

Check In: Bath/Shower House | S3 Lot
Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026 | 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Track Walk <span>presented by LeMay Family Goodworks</span>

Enjoy an evening stroll around “The Magic Mile” during the Track Walk presented by LeMay Family Goodworks. Invite your family & friends to take a lap before your favorite NASCAR Cup Series drivers take to the track on Sunday to battle it out for a chance to land in victory lane.

Advance registration is suggested at SpeedwayCharities.org or at the NHMS booth in the Fan Zone. Online registration will open soon.

Wicked Good Live Auction & RaffleBenefits Speedway Children's Charities

Cracker Barrel Stage Just Outside Infield Tunnel
Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026 | 9:45-10:45 a.m.
Wicked Good Live Auction & Raffle

Bid on a variety of unique NASCAR memorabilia from many of your favorite drivers during the Wicked Good Live Auction & Raffle on the Cracker Barrel Stage located just outside the infield tunnel. There will also be items from New England sports teams, local businesses & once-in-a-lifetime experiences.