The 2025 All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro delivered an expanded main event, an unforgettable night of action and a late-race battle for All-Star supremacy. With four days of racing, side events, music, and fan zones, it truly offered unbeatable value.
Record-Breaking Action
North Wilkesboro set records with 18 lead changes and an astounding 59 green-flag lead swaps, leading to 1,426 green-flag passes.
A Million-Dollar Masterpiece
Christopher Bell’s stunning finish capped with a $1 million prize has gone viral. He overtook Joey Logano in a nail-biting finish—winning by just 0.829 seconds after a bold two-tire call following the promoter’s caution.
Revival with Purpose: History Meets Modernity
First built in 1947 and sitting dormant for more than two decades, North Wilkesboro’s 2022 renovation — enhanced with SAFER barriers, lighting, and resurfacing — modernized the iconic track, but maintained its classic charm.
A True Fan Festival
Race weekend included a spectacular CRAFTSMAN Truck Series race, All-Star heat races, a live Jake Owen concert, the NASCAR Pit Crew Challenge presented by Mechanix Wear, camping, and fan zone fun. It felt like a full-scale, full-throttle festival nestled in the Wilkesboro mountains.
Manufacturer Pride & Brand Rivalries
The 250-lap main event pitted Chevrolet, Ford, and Toyota head-to-head, with Chevrolet ultimately winning the Manufacturer Showdown—driving brand loyalty and fan passion.
Why Attend in 2026?
- Full-throttle action: Unpredictable lead changes + record-setting fuel to keep you on the edge of your seat.
- Budget-friendly entertainment: Four-day weekend of racing, music, tailgating, and community—all included.
- Heritage blended with upgrades: Experience NASCAR history on a revamped, safety-first track.
- High stakes, big drama: Million-dollar victory, late-race strategy, and legendary rivalries—delivering stories fans won’t forget.
Don’t miss your chance to relive this high-stakes showdown. Lock in your 2026 tickets here, and save your spot for the next unforgettable chapter!