# Event Details

- **Event Name**: NASCAR is BACK
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 03 Apr, 2026 at 04:30 pm – Sat, 04 Apr, 2026 at 06:30 pm
- **Event Description**: NASCAR EASTER WEEKEND CLASSIC RETURNS TO ROCKINGHAM SPEEDWAY

ROCKINGHAM, N.C. (Aug. 20, 2025) – Following a sellout weekend for NASCAR’s celebrated return to Rockingham Speedway, the newly unveiled NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series will return to the venerable Richmond County oval April 3-4, 2026. 
 
“We’re thrilled NASCAR took notice of all the incredible support we received both during and following the North Carolina Education 250 presented by Black’s Tire and the Black’s Tire 200 and chose to include Rockingham Speedway on the 2026 schedule,” said Track Enterprises President, Bob Sargent, the official NASCAR event promoter at Rockingham Speedway. “We knew people in Richmond County and the surrounding areas were passionate, but the enthusiasm and turnout exceeded everyone’s expectations. We’re eager to welcome the fans back and build on a new Easter Weekend tradition.”
 
The NASCAR Xfinity Series, which will transition its entitlement-naming rights to the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series in 2026, was a fixture at the historic venue from 1982-2004. Former winners include a cast of the sport’s most recognizable names including David Pearson, Sam Ard, Dale Earnhardt Sr., Harry Gant, Mark Martin, Terry Labonte and Jamie McMurray. 

Martin was an indomitable force at Rockingham in Xfinity Series competition throughout his career having collected 11 wins in 25 starts, including four straight during the 1996 and 1997 seasons. McMurray matched Martin’s four-peat by recording four wins in a row from 2002-2004.

Iowa native Sammy Smith earned the North Carolina Education Lottery 250 presented by Black’s Tire victory for JR Motorsports following the division’s return to the iconic oval to become the 24th different winner in series history at the storied facility.

The Black’s Tire 200 marked the CRAFTSMAN Truck Series third visit to Rockingham Speedway with 24-year-old Tyler Ankrum taking the checkered flag. 
 
Tickets will go on sale Friday, Oct. 31 at 10 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time. Ticket holders and campers from the 2025 event will have access to exclusive pre-sale opportunities before tickets are released for sale to the general public. Race fans can log on to RacetheRock.com for continuing details and updates.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rockingham/nascar-is-back/200028747664300
- **Event Categories**: sports, easter, contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 516

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Rockingham
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 2152 N US Hwy 1, Rockingham, NC, United States, North Carolina 28379
- **lat**: 34.97658
- **long**: -79.61665
- **full address**: 2152 N US Hwy 1, Rockingham, NC, United States, North Carolina 28379

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is NASCAR is BACK being held?
  - **A:** NASCAR is BACK takes place on Fri, 03 Apr, 2026 at 04:30 pm to Sat, 04 Apr, 2026 at 06:30 pm at 2152 N US Hwy 1, Rockingham, NC, United States, North Carolina 28379.
- **Q**: Who is organizing NASCAR is BACK?
  - **A:** NASCAR is BACK is organized by Race the Rock.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** NASCAR is BACK is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Rockingham, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 510+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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