Start your engines — NASCAR is racing back through downtown Chicago July 5–6, 2025, and this year’s edition is louder, faster, and bigger than ever.
At the heart of the weekend is the Grant Park 165, where top NASCAR drivers tear through the streets alongside Lake Shore Drive, Columbus, and Michigan Avenue. But this isn’t just a race — it’s a celebration of culture, community, and sound.
New this year: the expanded SPEED & SOUND FEST — a full-throttle, two-day experience combining live music, high-performance cars, and Chicago’s unbeatable summer energy.
Expect:
🏁 Street racing at its finest, with sweeping turns and skyline backdrops
🎶 The Speed & Sound Fest stage — featuring major music acts, DJs, and fan-fueled energy
🌭 Chicago eats, family-friendly zones, and VIP viewing lounges
📍 All set in and around Grant Park and Buckingham Fountain
Whether you’re a motorsport fanatic or just looking for the ultimate Chicago weekend vibe, NASCAR’s return delivers adrenaline, music, and skyline moments you won’t forget.
🎟 Tickets and schedule info: nascarchicago.com
