For fans checking the schedule for this weekend, note that there is no live NASCAR racing on the track today, Sunday, August 2. While the current day is quiet, the 2026 season remains active with a packed lineup of broadcasts airing throughout the coming week.
Programming picks up on Monday, August 3, with a re-air of the 2026 Daytona 500 on FS1 at 10 p.m. Mid-week coverage continues with various re-airs and analysis shows on FS2, including interviews and seasonal highlights. Viewers looking for live competition can find the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour from Thompson Speedway on Wednesday, August 5, via FloRacing.
Action shifts toward Iowa Speedway starting Friday, August 7. The ARCA Menards Series kicks off at 7 p.m. on FS1. Saturday features a heavy schedule, starting with practice and qualifying sessions for the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and the Cup Series. The HyVee Perks 250 arrives later that day at 5 p.m. on The CW and ESPN Unlimited.
The main event for the weekend occurs on Sunday, August 9. The NASCAR Cup Series Iowa Corn 350 starts at 3:30 p.m. on the USA Network. Pre-race coverage begins at 3 p.m., followed by the main race and post-race analysis. Viewers can also catch the first episode of NASCAR Americana that evening.
Fans without traditional cable have several options to access these broadcasts. Networks including USA, FS1, FS2, The CW, and truTV carry the events. Many live TV streaming services offer these channels and frequently provide trial periods for new users to catch the action without a long-term commitment.