Countdown to inaugural Chicago Street Race is on — 200 days away

The countdown is on — 200 days from now, NASCAR's best will be winding around the "Windy City" in the Chicago Street Race, the first-ever street contest in NASCAR Cup Series history. The unprecedented 12-turn, 2.2-mile street race will take the Cup Series and NASCAR Xfinity Series past and through many of Chicago’s most renowned downtown landmarks during Fourth of July Weekend, July 1-2, 2023. BUY TICKETS: Chicago Street Race Weekend tickets on sale now | NASCAR's Chicago connections “Chicago is one of the most iconic cities in the world, and the first-ever NASCAR Cup Series street race in the heart of downtown will be one of the can’t-miss sporting events in 2023,” said Chicago Street Race President Julie Giese in a November NASCAR release. “The best part is we will have options available for everyone ranging from all-inclusive packages with driver meet-and-greets to a free experience in Butler Field. We truly want anyone interested in experiencing a one-of-a-kind sports and entertainment festival to join us in Chicago over the Fourth of July weekend.” Fans can follow @NASCARChicago on Twitter and Facebook and download the NASCAR Tracks App for the latest real-time updates on all aspects of the event. MORE:  History of unique Cup tracks | Scenes from race announcement