The 2026 NASCAR spring race weekend at Kansas Speedway runs from April 17 to April 19 and features three national series at the 1.5-mile track in Kansas City, Kansas. Fans can watch the ARCA Menards Series, the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, and the NASCAR Cup Series across a full weekend of track activity.
The schedule includes practice, qualifying, and points races, each with confirmed broadcast details. Coverage spans cable TV and streaming platforms, making every session available to viewers at home. With clear start times and listed networks, fans can follow each step of the weekend without missing track action from Friday through Sunday.
ARCA Menards Series Schedule and Coverage
The ARCA Menards Series begins its weekend on Friday with practice and qualifying sessions held earlier in the day at Kansas Speedway. These sessions follow the official event schedule and determine the starting lineup for the race. Teams use this track time to prepare their cars and establish race pace ahead of Saturday’s event.
The ARCA Menards Series Tide 150 takes place on Saturday, April 18, at 12:30 p.m. ET. The race runs for 100 laps, covering a total distance of 150 miles on the 1.5-mile oval. FS1 provides live television coverage of the event, while the FOX Sports App offers a streaming option for viewers using mobile devices or connected platforms. The race serves as the weekend’s opening competitive event and marks the first points-paying race at the track during the three-day schedule.
NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Schedule and Coverage
The NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series begins its on-track activity on Friday evening. Practice starts at 7:00 p.m. ET, followed by qualifying at 8:05 p.m. ET. Both sessions stream on the CW App. These sessions determine the starting order for Saturday night’s race and provide teams with final adjustments before competition.
The NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Kansas Lottery 300 is scheduled for Saturday, April 18, at 7:00 p.m. ET. The race runs 200 laps and covers 300 miles. The CW broadcasts the event live, with pre-race coverage beginning at 6:30 p.m. ET. Fans can also stream the race via the CW App, which is available on mobile devices and smart TVs. This event serves as the second race of the weekend and takes place under evening conditions at the Kansas tri-oval.
NASCAR Cup Series Schedule and Coverage
The NASCAR Cup Series begins its weekend track activity on Saturday afternoon. Practice starts at 4:00 p.m. ET, followed by qualifying at 5:10 p.m. ET. Both sessions stream live on Amazon Prime Video. These sessions determine the starting lineup for Sunday’s main event.
The NASCAR Cup Series AdventHealth 400 takes place on Sunday, April 19, at 2:00 p.m. ET. The race runs for 267 laps, covering a total of 400.5 miles. FOX provides live television coverage, with pre-race programming beginning at 1:00 p.m. ET.
Viewers can also access additional race coverage through Max, which offers in-car camera feeds and team radio audio during the event. Full weekend access is available through cable providers and streaming platforms such as Fubo, which includes FOX, FS1, and The CW. Radio coverage is provided by the Motor Racing Network and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio, delivering live commentary for all races.
How to Watch NASCAR at Kansas Speedway: Schedule and TV Coverage