Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway Announces 2027 Schedule for Historic 123rd Season of Racing

NASHVILLE, TN (November 5, 2026) – As Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway prepares for this weekend's 41st All American 400, officials are already looking ahead to another exciting year of racing in Music City with the release of the historic speedway's 2027 schedule under the direction of Track Enterprises.

The upcoming season will mark the 123rd year of auto racing at Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway, continuing a remarkable tradition at one of America's most iconic short tracks. The 2027 calendar features a combination of national touring series, marquee events, local championship racing and family-friendly entertainment from March through November.

From the return of the zMAX CARS Tour and ARCA Menards Series East to the excitement of the Race for the Million Sprint Car Series and the season-ending All American 400, America's Favorite Short Track will once again provide a showcase for some of the nation's top racing talent alongside Nashville's local competitors.

The season officially begins with Media Day on Saturday, March 20, followed by Opening Night on Saturday, March 27, featuring Pro Late Models, Limited Late Models, Pure Stocks, Front Runners, Legends and Bandoleros.

National Touring Series Return to Music City

One of the early highlights of the 2027 season will be the return of the zMAX CARS Tour on Saturday, April 10. After making its highly anticipated Nashville debut in 2026, the nationally recognized touring series returns to the historic Fairgrounds oval for another exciting event.

Known for its competitive racing and talented driver lineup, the CARS Tour has established itself as one of the premier short-track racing organizations in the country. Its return gives Nashville fans another opportunity to see some of the Southeast's best competitors tackle the challenging high banks.

The following week, April 15–17, the speedway will host the INEX Spring Nationals, bringing Legends and Bandolero competitors to Music City for three days of racing.

ARCA Menards Series East will also return as part of the Music City 150 weekend, April 30–May 1. The event has become a popular stop for rising NASCAR prospects, with recent winners including William Sawalich and Max Reaves.

The two-day weekend will also feature Pro Late Models, Street Stocks and a special program of local quarter-mile racing, providing fans with an exciting combination of national and hometown competition.

Battle of Broadway Adds Sprint Car Excitement

One of the most unique events on the 2027 calendar returns on Thursday, June 3, when the Rackley Roofing Battle of Broadway 150 takes center stage.

The popular event will feature the Race for the Million Sprint Car Series, adding another exciting element to the Battle of Broadway program.

The combination of the event's distinctive setting and Sprint Car competition promises to make the early-June showcase a memorable attraction for racing fans. Action is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM.

Local Champions and Summer Racing Take Center Stage

While national touring series provide several of the season's biggest attractions, the heart of Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway continues to be its local racing program.

The speedway's Pro Late Models, Street Stocks, Limited Late Models, Pure Stocks, Front Runners, Legends and Bandoleros will again play a major role throughout the 2027 season, with competitors battling for victories and track championships.

On Saturday, June 26, the Pro Late Models will headline a 100-lap feature, joined by the speedway's local divisions.

Another major attraction arrives Saturday, July 10, when the Southern Super Late Model Series visits Nashville. The touring Super Late Models will be joined by quarter-mile Street Stocks, Limited Late Models, Pure Stocks, Front Runners, Legends and Bandoleros.

The summer schedule continues with Bass Tire Family Night on Saturday, August 14, featuring another Pro Late Model 100-lap event and a full lineup of local racing. The annual family-focused program has become a popular tradition, offering an opportunity for fans of all ages to experience short-track racing at Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway.

The fall portion of the schedule begins Saturday, October 2, with Autumn Thunder and Breast Cancer Awareness Night. The special event will feature Pro Late Models, Street Stocks, Limited Late Models, Pure Stocks, Front Runners, Legends and Bandoleros as the championship picture begins to take shape.

42nd All American 400 Closes Historic Season

The 123rd season will conclude with one of the most prestigious weekends in American short-track racing as the 42nd All American 400 takes place November 5–7, 2027.

The three-day celebration will once again bring competitors and fans from across the country to Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway for a weekend steeped in racing history and tradition.

Friday, November 5, will feature quarter-mile racing with Limited Late Models, Pure Stocks, Front Runners, Legends and Bandoleros, with action scheduled to begin at 6:30 PM.

Saturday, November 6, will showcase the Pro Late Model Championship, HRA Street Stock Series and Vore's Compact Touring Series, setting the stage for the weekend's main event.

The celebration culminates Sunday, November 7, with the 42nd All American, scheduled for a 1:00 PM green flag.

With a history that includes legendary winners and generations of racing stars, the All American 400 remains one of the most sought-after victories in short-track racing. The 2027 edition will once again provide a fitting conclusion to another season at the historic Nashville oval.

2027 Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway Schedule

• March 20 – Media Day
• March 27 – Opening Night: 123 Years of Racing
• April 10 – zMAX CARS Tour
• April 15–17 – INEX Spring Nationals
• April 30–May 1 – ARCA Music City 150 Weekend
• June 3 – Rackley Roofing Battle of Broadway 150 / Race for the Million Sprint Car Series
• June 26 – Pro Late Model 100 & Local Racing
• July 10 – Southern Super Late Model Series & Local Racing
• August 14 – BASS Tire Family Night / Pro Late Model 100
• October 2 – Breast Cancer Awareness Night / Autumn Thunder
• November 5–7 – 42nd All American 400 Weekend

Additional event details, ticket information and schedule updates will be announced as the 2027 season approaches.

For more information on next year as well as this weekend’s 41^st All American 400 weekend, visit www.nashvillefairgroundsspeedway.racing and follow Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway on Facebook and @racefairgrounds on X.

About Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway

Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway is one of America's most historic racing venues, with a tradition of motorsports dating back to 1904. The speedway continues to showcase local and national short-track racing, welcoming generations of drivers, teams and fans to the heart of Music City.

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