The NASCAR Cup Series returns to the streets of Chicago this weekend for the Grant Park 165. It marks the third annual running of the Chicago Street Race, the l

Since the inaugural event two years ago, the Cup and Xfinity series have been affected by inclement weather. After both series’ races were shortened by thunderstorms in 2023, the Cup Series ended 17 laps short of the full distance last year because of rain delays.

Gates will open at 9 a.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. Sunday. Zac Brown Band will headline the Street Race concert Saturday, Tickets for the concert are available here. Here’s a full schedule of NASCAR races, attractions and more this weekend. Xfinity Series qualifying: 10:30 a.m.