NASCAR and ARCA Head to EchoPark Speedway and Lime Rock Park This Weekend

This weekend promises high-speed excitement as NASCAR and ARCA head to two iconic tracks: EchoPark Speedway and Lime Rock Park. With two distinct venues showcasing very different racing disciplines, fans are in for a diverse motorsports experience. EchoPark Speedway will host the thunder of stock cars under the lights, while Lime Rock Park delivers the finesse of road course action in a picturesque New England setting. Whether you’re a short track enthusiast or a road course purist, this weekend offers something for everyone.

EchoPark Speedway: High Banks and High Stakes

EchoPark Speedway, the rebranded name for Atlanta Motor Speedway, is one of the fastest tracks on the NASCAR calendar. This 1.54-mile quad-oval in Hampton, Georgia features steep 28-degree banking and a narrower racing groove that forces drivers into tight packs and edge-of-control moments. It’s a track that rewards boldness and punishes hesitation.

This weekend, fans will be treated to the NASCAR Xfinity Series on Friday night with the Focused Health 250, followed by the NASCAR Cup Series in the Quaker State 400 on Saturday. Both races promise drafting duels, last-lap chaos, and potentially even some tempers flaring. This is also the first round of the NASCAR Cup Series In-Season Tournament, adding a layer of strategy and urgency to an already intense showdown.

Lime Rock Park: Precision and Speed in the Hills of Connecticut

Meanwhile, NASCAR’s Xfinity Series heads to Lime Rock Park, one of America’s oldest and most beloved road courses. Nestled in the rolling hills of northwestern Connecticut, Lime Rock is a 1.5-mile, seven-turn natural terrain circuit that demands precision and patience. Unlike the ovals where horsepower dominates, Lime Rock rewards braking skill, corner exit speed, and technical racing savvy. With no oval-style banking and narrow passing zones, drivers must make calculated moves and avoid costly mistakes. This venue also offers stunning views and a family-friendly atmosphere, making it a perfect weekend destination for New England race fans. Expect tire strategy and track position to play a key role in determining the winner.

NASCAR Schedule at EchoPark Speedway and Lime Rock Park

* All Times Eastern

Friday June 27

1:05 pm NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Practice (Lime Rock Park), TV/Streaming: FS2 Jordan Taylor fastest
2:30 pm ARCA Menards Series Practice (Lime Rock Park)
3:00 pm NASCAR Xfinity Series Qualifying (EchoPark Speedway), Streaming: CW App Pole: Sheldon Creed, Lineup
3:45 pm ARCA Menards Series Qualifying (Lime Rock Park)
5:05 pm NASCAR Cup Series Qualifying (EchoPark Speedway), TV: TruTV; Radio: PRN, SiriusXM Pole: Joey Logano, Starting Lineup
7:30 pm NASCAR Xfinity Series Focused Health 250 (EchoPark Speedway), TV/Streaming: CW; Radio: PRN, SiriusXM

Saturday June 28

9:30 am NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Qualifying (Lime Rock Park), TV/Streaming: FS1
1:00 pm NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series LiUNA! 150 (Lime Rock Park), TV/Streaming: FOX; Radio MRN, SiriusXM Pole: Corey Heim, Starting Lineup
4:00 pm ARCA Menards Series Lime Rock Park 100 (Lime Rock Park), TV/Streaming: FS2; Radio: MRN
7:00 pm NASCAR Cup Series Quaker State 400 Available at Wal-Mart (EchoPark Speedway), TV/Streaming: TNT Sports, MAX; Radio: PRN, SiriusXM Winner: Chase Elliott, Results

Previous Winners

Weather

EchoPark Speedway – Hampton, Georgia

• Friday: Partly cloudy, hot and humid.
  High: 88°F (31°C)
  Low: 68°F (20°C)
  Chance of Rain: 40% (possible afternoon storms)

• Saturday: Similar conditions.
  High: 87°F (31°C)
  Low: 69°F (20°C)
  Chance of Rain: 50% (isolated storms likely by late day)

Summary: Expect classic Southern summer conditions—heat, humidity, and a real chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening. Fans and teams should prepare for potential delays or rapidly changing track conditions.

Lime Rock Park – Lakeville, Connecticut

• Friday: Cloudy with a chance of light showers.
  High: 69°F (21°C)
  Low: 62°F (16°C)

• Saturday: Warmer, with increasing clouds and a chance of storms.
  High: 80°F (27°C)
  Low: 64°F (18°C)
  Chance of Rain: 40% (especially in the afternoon)