NASCAR returns to Rockingham Speedway for a full race weekend on April 3-4, 2026. The historic 1.017-mile oval, known as “The Rock,” will host action across multiple series, including the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series and the ARCA Menards Series East.
Fans will get practice, qualifying, and race sessions spread across two days, with all events scheduled for Friday and Saturday. Broadcast coverage will be available across FOX Sports platforms, The CW, and digital streaming services.
The updated schedule confirms the exact session and race start times, as well as where to watch each event. With no Sunday action planned, the focus remains on a compact weekend of racing. Here is a clear breakdown of each series, including timing and TV coverage.
NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Schedule and TV
The Truck Series runs its full program on Friday, April 3. Practice begins at 11:00 a.m. ET and airs live on FS2. Qualifying follows at 12:05 p.m. ET, also on FS2.
The main event, the Black’s Tire 200, is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET. The race airs live on FS1. Radio coverage will be available through MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio. A post-race press pass session follows the event, giving teams and drivers a chance to speak.
This race serves as the headline event of Friday’s schedule. It also marks a key moment for teams returning to Rockingham, a track known for tire wear and long green-flag runs. The Truck Series brings a full field to the event, with teams completing all track activity in one day.
NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Schedule and TV
The NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series holds its track sessions on Friday. Practice begins at 1:30 p.m. ET, and streams live on The CW App. Qualifying follows at 2:35 p.m. ET, also on The CW App.
These sessions set the starting lineup for Saturday’s race. A post-qualifying press pass session follows the on-track activity. Fans can watch both sessions via streaming, as no traditional TV broadcast is listed for these events.
The ARCA field will use this time to adjust to the track conditions at Rockingham. With limited sessions, teams must make quick changes before qualifying. These sessions play a key role in shaping the race order for the next day.
ARCA Menards Series East Schedule and TV
Saturday, April 4, begins with the ARCA Menards Series East. Practice begins at 9:00 a.m. ET, with qualifying starting at 10:05 a.m. ET.
The Rockingham ARCA Menards Series East 125 will start at 11:30 a.m. ET. Fans can follow the race on MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio. A post-race press pass session will take place after the event.
This race opens Saturday’s track action and gives fans an early look at competitive short-track racing. Teams will rely on their Friday data and limited Saturday sessions to prepare for the race.
Final Race and Weekend Wrap-Up
The weekend concludes with the North Carolina Education Lottery 250 Presented by Black’s Tire. Viewers can watch the race live on The CW at 2:30 p.m. ET. Radio coverage will be on MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio.
A final press pass session will follow the race. No events are scheduled for Sunday, keeping the weekend limited to two days.
With a clear schedule and multiple viewing options, fans can follow every session from start to finish. The Rockingham return brings structured racing across two days, with each series completing its program in a tight window.
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