- NASCAR returns to The Monster Mile May 15-16, 2027, featuring the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and a NASCAR Cup Series points-paying race
- Dover Motor Speedway hosts Cup Series competition for the 58th straight year
- Dover’s lauded Fan Zone returns with even more unexpected surprises and free fun
DOVER, Del. (Aug. 12, 2026) – Dover Motor Speedway officials announced today that NASCAR’s best will make a mid-May return to The Monster Mile in 2027. The stars of the NASCAR Cup Series will return for a 400-mile points-paying race on Sunday, May 16 and will be joined by the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series in the Bet Rivers 200 on Saturday, May 15.
Outside the oval, Dover Motor Speedway’s popular Fan Zone will again treat fans to free entertainment and unexpected surprises all weekend long. Dover’s Fan Zone has become recognized as one of the best-in-class among all motorsports venues on the circuit. Growing larger and more entertaining every year, the Fan Zone features everything from driver appearances, live music, great food and drink, interactive fun, unique activations to family-friendly entertainment, offering something for fans of all ages before the green flag ever waves.
“Whether it’s a points race, an All-Star Race or a Chase race, one thing never changes—we work for the fans,” said Mike Tatoian, president and general manager of Dover Motor Speedway. “They are the heart of everything we do, and we’re constantly looking for ways to make every visit to The Monster Mile more entertaining than the last. Our goal is to create memories that last a lifetime, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone back next spring for another outstanding weekend on and off the track.”
Following a successful NASCAR All-Star weekend in 2026, Dover returns to its traditional NASCAR race weekend format with championship points on the line and another opportunity for fans to witness history at The Monster Mile.
The 2027 Cup Series race at Dover already has one compelling storyline as Denny Hamlin returns looking to win his fourth consecutive Cup Series race, and monster trophy, at The Monster Mile. No driver has ever won four straight Cup Series races at Dover, giving Hamlin an opportunity to make history at one of NASCAR’s most iconic venues.
The May 16 Cup Series race in Dover will continue one of NASCAR’s longest-running traditions as The World’s Fastest One-Mile Oval hosts the sport’s premier series for the 58th consecutive year and its 109th Cup Series event. Dover Motor Speedway is one of only 12 tracks in NASCAR history to have hosted more than 100 Cup Series races. Over the years, The Monster Mile has challenged every generation of NASCAR’s biggest stars, earning recognition as one of the sport’s most iconic and unique Speedway.
Additional information, including start times and television schedules, will be announced in the coming months.
Fans who attended 2026 events at Dover Motor Speedway can still renew their seats by contacting the Dover ticket office or by logging into their account online before Friday, Aug. 28. Renewal customers receive the best prices available, retain their preferred seat locations and are eligible for upgrades.
All fans can secure seats for the 2027 NASCAR weekend by visiting DoverMotorSpeedway.com or calling 1-800-441-RACE.
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About Dover Motor Speedway
Since 1969, Dover Motor Speedway has hosted NASCAR’s biggest stars at the World’s Fastest One-Mile Oval. Nicknamed The Monster Mile, the high-banked concrete oval has earned a reputation as one of the most demanding tracks in motorsports while creating unforgettable memories for generations of race fans. Dover Motor Speedway is owned by Speedway Motorsports, a leading marketer, promoter and sponsor of motorsports entertainment in the United States.
