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KANSAS CITY, KANSAS - SEPTEMBER 28: Chase Briscoe, driver of the #19 Bass Pro Shops Toyota, Denny Hamlin, driver of the #11 Sport Clips Haircuts Toyota, and Kyle Larson, driver of the #5 HendrickCars.com Chevrolet, lead the field to start the NASCAR Cup Series Hollywood Casino 400 Presented by ESPN BET at Kansas Speedway on September 28, 2025 in Kansas City, Kansas. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

NASCAR returns to Kansas Speedway in 2026 for two race weekends that carry weight in the regular season and the playoffs. The spring event runs from April 17 to April 19 and includes the ARCA Menards Series, the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, and the NASCAR Cup Series.

The fall weekend takes place from September 25 to September 27 and serves as a key stop in the NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs. Each session across both weekends has a listed start time and broadcast platform.

Fans can watch every lap on cable or through official streaming services. This guide lays out the full schedule and where to watch, so you can follow every session from practice to the checkered flag without missing any track activity.

ARCA Menards Series and Truck Series Coverage

The ARCA Menards Series appears during the spring weekend. Practice and qualifying take place on Friday, April 17, earlier in the day at Kansas Speedway. These sessions determine the starting lineup for the race. The ARCA Menards Series Tide 150 follows on Saturday, April 18, at 12:30 p.m. ET. The race runs 100 laps for a total of 150 miles. FS1 airs the race live, and the FOX Sports App provides a streaming option.

During the fall weekend, the focus shifts to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. The playoff race is scheduled for Saturday, September 26, at 1:00 p.m. ET. USA Network carries the broadcast. This event forms part of the postseason and contributes to the championship elimination format. Broadcast details for the fall weekend remain subject to final confirmation by NASCAR and its media partners.

NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Coverage

The NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series competes during the spring weekend. Practice begins on Friday, April 17, at 7:00 p.m. ET, followed by qualifying at 8:05 p.m. ET. Both sessions stream on the CW App. These runs set the starting order for the race.

The Kansas Lottery 300 takes place on Saturday, April 18, at 7:00 p.m. ET. The race covers 200 laps for a total of 300 miles. The CW broadcasts the event live, with pre-race coverage starting at 6:30 p.m. ET. Fans can also stream the race through the CW App on mobile devices and smart TVs. The series runs exclusively on The CW for the 2026 season.

NASCAR Cup Series Coverage

The NASCAR Cup Series competes in both the spring and fall weekends at Kansas Speedway. In the spring, practice begins on Saturday, April 18, at 4:00 p.m. ET, followed by qualifying at 5:10 p.m. ET. Both sessions stream on Amazon Prime Video.

The AdventHealth 400 takes place on Sunday, April 19, at 2:00 p.m. ET. The race runs 267 laps, covering 400.5 miles. FOX airs the race live, with pre-race coverage starting at 1:00 p.m. ET.
In the fall, the Hollywood Casino 400 weekend begins on Friday, September 25, with Cup Series preparation sessions at 7:00 p.m. ET on USA Network.

The main race takes place on Sunday, September 27, at 3:00 p.m. ET. USA Network provides live coverage, with additional streaming available on Max. This race is part of the Round of 12 in the playoffs and helps determine which drivers advance.

Fans can watch all Kansas Speedway races through cable channels, including FOX, FS1, The CW, and USA Network. Streaming options include Fubo and other live TV platforms that carry these networks. Radio coverage is available through the Motor Racing Network and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio, which provide live commentary for every race weekend session.