
The pride of American motorsports comes to the streets of the Windy City once again. The stock car spectacular that is the ever-popular National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) Chicago Street Race Weekend is confirmed to return in July 2025.
The Chicago Street Race Weekend is an annual special event for Chicago motor enthusiasts. Our Pequod’s Pizza team knows a thing or two about special. Our multi-award-winning deep-dish pizza is as much a Chicago staple as NASCAR’s annual street race. We’ll tell you everything you need to know to enjoy the 2025 NASCAR Chicago Street Race Weekend, including where to catch the action and how to grab your tickets. High-octane stock car racing and delicious Chicago deep dish is a match made in heaven.
Specific Dates for the July 2025 Races
For the third year in a row, there’s a NASCAR event in Chicago. Despite its short history, the Chicago Street Race Weekend is rapidly becoming one of the marquee events of the summer calendar. The 2025 edition of the NASCAR Chicago Street Race will take place on Saturday, July 5, and Sunday, July 6.
Locations and Course Outline for Grant Park and The Loop
The Chicago Street Race is the home of the first-ever NASCAR Cup Series street race. The 2025 edition will follow the same route through many of the city’s most iconic landmarks. While showcasing Chicago in all its glory, the Grant Park 165 street course will also offer drivers a unique challenge.
The approximately 2.2-mile, 12-turn street course will take NASCAR drivers through Michigan Avenue, South Columbus Drive, South DuSable Lake Shore Drive, and past Buckingham Fountain, where the start and finish line for the race will be. After 75 laps of Chicago street racing, officials will crown a winner.
The Loop 121
The NASCAR Xfinity Series joins the Cup Series, holding a street race on Saturday, July 5, the day before the main event on Sunday. The 50 laps on the Chicago Loop will decide the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series Race winner.
The NASCAR Xfinity Series and Cup Series combine for a one-of-a-kind sports and entertainment experience.
Tickets and Admission for the NASCAR Chicago Street Race
Tickets for the 2025 NASCAR Chicago Street Race Weekend will likely be in high demand when they hit pre-sale. Attendees of the 2024 race will have exclusive access to secure their spot for the 2025 event. Anyone can pay a deposit for guaranteed front-of-the-line access to pre-sale tickets. However, only returning guests from 2024 will receive priority access to relocate and upgrade their tickets and the option for payment plans.
Reserved seating and general admission ticket options are the same as they were for 2024:
- Congress Reserved
- Field Reserved
- Frontstretch Reserved
- Michigan Reserved
- Turn 9 Reserved
- Turn 12 Reserved
- General Admission
- General Admission Plus
Premium seating options also include the following inventory from 2024:
- Founder’s Club
- Jose Cuervo Fountain Club
- Jack Daniel’s Turn 1 Club
- Liquid Death Plaza Club
Here’s a bit more detailed information about the ticket options that were available for 2024.
General Admission
General admission weekend passes give ticket holders access to both day’s NASCAR action, allowing them to enjoy the NASCAR Xfinity Series race on the Saturday and the main event Cup Series race on the Sunday. General admission ticket holders can enjoy access to the festival grounds and the concert stage, alongside trackside views of the motorsports action for a packed weekend of top-notch entertainment.
General Admission Plus
This ticket tier offers an enhanced experience. You’ll enjoy all the amenities included with General Admission passes plus access to the general admission and Grove seating areas. Extra seating and food and drink options are available to purchase. General Admission Plus also provides access to premium restrooms behind the concert stage.
Single Day Admission
If you can’t make the whole weekend of motorsports action, single-day tickets are available for Saturday and Sunday race days. These tickets provide general admission access to the specific day’s racing schedule.
Youth Admission
Youth admission discounts were new for the 2024 NASCAR Chicago Street Race Weekend edition. On Saturday, children under 12 can attend for free, helping the next generation of motorsports enthusiasts enjoy the excitement of the NASCAR Xfinity Series race firsthand. On Sunday, children are eligible for discounted access to the Chicago Street Race single-day ticket or weekend pass.
With such a diverse range of ticketing options, the NASCAR Chicago Street Race Weekend is a truly accessible and exciting event for the whole family.
How and Where To Watch the Chicago NASCAR Race on TV
If you can’t attend the 2025 event in person, it’ll receive extensive television coverage. NBC and NBC Sports will carry live coverage of the Chicago Street Race Weekend. The races will also stream on Peacock.
Visit Pequod’s Pizza in Chicago
No Chicago visit is complete without a trip to our restaurant. We’re renowned for our deep-dish pizza with a caramelized crust, perfect for refueling after a day of intense NASCAR action. With ample seating and a wide array of menu options, including for groups, we’re the perfect pizza place for families or a friendly gathering of racing enthusiasts.
The NASCAR Chicago Street Race Weekend already offers a tour of Chicago’s iconic spots, so why not add one more? Combine the high-octane action of NASCAR racing with the pure satisfaction of our deep-dish pizza for an unforgettable Chicago weekend.
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