NASCAR All-Star Race

SUNDAY, MAY 21 | 8:00 PM ET

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The 2023 NASCAR All Star Race and All Star Open will see the return of the famous North Wilkesboro Speedway.  The track last hosted the NASCAR Cup Series in 1996, and was shut down following the September race of that year.  In 2021 and 2022, revitalization efforts were led to bring racing back to the speedway, and the track hosted the CARS Tour in August of 2022.  Following that event, NASCAR announced that the 2023 All Star Race would return to the facility.  The format for this event will have 2, 60 lap heats, to set the field.  Then the All Star Open will be a 100 lap event, with a break around lap 40.  The top 2 finishers from the Open, and the Fan Vote winner, will transfer to the All Star Race.  The All Star Race will be a 200 lap event with a competition break around lap 100, with the winner taking home the $1 million prize.

All-Star News

NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway rescheduled for Sunday, Oct. 20

NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway rescheduled for Sunday, Oct. 20

The Brushy Mountain Powersports 150 had been postponed as the region began recovery from Hurricane Helene’s impact.
NASCAR community rallies to aid, support Hurricane Helene victims

NASCAR community rallies to aid, support Hurricane Helene victims

The NASCAR community has rallied together to support Hurricane Helene victims; see the efforts currently underway.
NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway postponed

NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway postponed

The decision was made in cooperation with local authorities to ensure all local emergency resources remain dedicated to clean-up and recovery efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene’s impact on the area.
Kyle Busch speaks on post-race fight, penalties to Ricky Stenhouse Jr., moving forward

Kyle Busch speaks on post-race fight, penalties to Ricky Stenhouse Jr., moving forward

Kyle Busch said his view of the on-track incident that led to a post-race fight with Ricky Stenhouse Jr. hadn't changed over the last week.
Ricky Stenhouse Jr., team still undecided on potential penalty appeal

Ricky Stenhouse Jr., team still undecided on potential penalty appeal

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. said Saturday that he and his JTG Daugherty No. 47 team are undecided if they will appeal penalties.
Charlotte Turning Point: Is Joey Logano 'back'? Has the Rowdy of old been awoken?

Charlotte Turning Point: Is Joey Logano 'back'? Has the Rowdy of old been awoken?

Here's what's happening in the world of NASCAR with the All-Star Race in the rearview mirror and the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte next.

North Wilkesboro FAQs

How many laps is the All Star Race ?

The All Star Race will consist of 200 laps, with a “competition break” around lap 100.

What Date is the All Star Race?

Sunday, May 21st.

What time is the All Star Race?

The Open begins at 5:30pm ET and the All Star Race begins at 8:00pm ET.

What channel is the All Star Race on?

The All Star Race starts at 8:00pm ET. FS1 will broadcast the race with radio coverage from MRN Radio and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio.

When was the All Star Race first run?

The All Star Race was first run in 1985 with Darrell Waltrip winning.

Which driver has the most wins at North Wilkesboro Speedway?

Richard Petty has the most wins at North Wilkesboro Speedway with 15 victories.
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Before and after: North Wilkesboro Speedway's revival for NASCAR All-Star Week
After years of being left to decay, the historic North Wilkesboro Speedway was revived ahead of 2023 NASCAR All-Star Week. The following are before-and-after images of North Wilkesboro's revival, the 'before' images taken in 2017 and the 'after' shots taken in 2023.
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