Rockingham Speedway, affectionately known as “The Rock,” is set to roar back to life this weekend as it hosts a thrilling lineup of NASCAR events. Located in Rockingham, North Carolina, this historic 1.017-mile oval track has been a staple in motorsports since its opening in 1965. After undergoing significant renovations and a hiatus from major NASCAR events since 2013, the speedway is ready to welcome back fans and drivers alike for an action-packed weekend. The return of top-tier racing to Rockingham marks a significant moment in the track’s storied history, promising excitement and nostalgia for racing enthusiasts.
The weekend’s festivities will feature three prominent racing series: the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, the ARCA Menards Series East, and the NASCAR Xfinity Series. The ARCA Menards Series East race, the Rockingham ARCA 125, is particularly noteworthy as it marks the series’ return to the track for the first time since 2012. This race will serve as the second event in the 2025 ARCA Menards Series East season, highlighting emerging talents and seasoned drivers competing on the challenging oval. The inclusion of these series underscores Rockingham Speedway’s commitment to showcasing a diverse array of racing talent and providing fans with a comprehensive motorsports experience.
Rockingham Speedway Weekend Schedule
Friday April 18
10:30 am ARCA Menards Series East Practice
12:30 pm Craftsman Truck Series Practice, TV/Streaming: FS2
1:30 pm Craftsman Truck Series Qualifying, TV/Streaming: FS2 Pole: Jake Garcia, Starting Lineup
3:05 pm Xfinity Series Practice, TV/Streaming: CW App
5:00 pm Craftsman Truck Series Black’s Tire 200, TV/Streaming: FS1; Radio: SiriusXM Winner: Tyler Ankrum, Results
Saturday April 19
9:30 am ARCA Menards Series East Practice
10:35 am ARCA Menards Series East Qualifying
11:30 am Xfinity Series Qualifying, TV/Streaming: CW App
1:00 pm ARCA Menards Series East ARCA 120, Streaming: FloRacing; Radio: MRN, SiriusXM
4:00 pm Xfinity Series North Carolina Education Lottery 250 presented by Black’s Tire, TV/Streaming: CW; Radio: MRN, SiriusXM
Previous Winners
Xfinity Series: Jamie McMurray (2002-2004; 4 wins)
Craftsman Truck Series: Kyle Larson (2013)
Weather
Clouds are expected to hover around Rockingham for Friday and Saturday but should not bring rain. The high of 79 on Friday jumps to 84 on Saturday.
