Event Calendar

 

Watkins Glen International hosts world-class racing throughout the 2026 season. Highlights include the NASCAR Cup Series Go Bowling at The Glen (May 8–10) and the Sahlen's Six Hours of The Glen IMSA race in June. Whether you're a NASCAR fan or a sports car enthusiast, The Glen has something for you. Browse the full schedule below, grab your tickets, and start planning your visit today.

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June 2026
A group of off-road motorcycle racers ride closely together on a dirt track, leaning into a turn as dust kicks up behind them. The lead rider on an orange bike is angled sharply through the corner, with several riders following in a tight pack on a wooded hillside course.” A group of off-road motorcycle racers ride closely together on a dirt track, leaning into a turn as dust kicks up behind them. The lead rider on an orange bike is angled sharply through the corner, with several riders following in a tight pack on a wooded hillside course.”
June 6 - 7, 2026 | TIME VARIES BY EVENT
GNCC AT WATKINS GLEN
The Progressive Insurance Grand National Cross Country Series, presented by Specialized is the World’s Premier Cross Country Racing series. Founded in 1975, the GNCC Racing motorcycle and ATV championship and eMTB championship, is produced exclusively by Racer Productions. Cross-country racing is one of the most physically demanding sports in the world.
Watkins Glen International track photo of front stretch Watkins Glen International track photo of front stretch
June 6, 2026 | 5:30 PM
BIKE NIGHT
Experience Watkins Glen International like you never have before - Bike the Glen!
Historic race cars tightly packed on track at Watkins Glen International, speeding side by side under a Sahlen’s billboard during a sports car race. Historic race cars tightly packed on track at Watkins Glen International, speeding side by side under a Sahlen’s billboard during a sports car race.
June 11 - 14, 2026 | TIME VARIES BY EVENT
HSR CLASSIC
Drivers, crew members and spectators sharing a passion for vintage racing thus creating memorable motor-sports events.
String Instruments Summer Concert Series
June 17, 2026 | 4:00 PM
MOTORS & MUSIC AT THE GLEN
Join us for a relaxing evening of classic cars, live music, and friendly competition at the Mission Party Deck!
June 19 - 21, 2026 | TIME VARIES BY EVENT
SCCA MAJORS SUPER TOUR
The pinnacle of amateur championship racing in the United States, bringing drivers from around the country to compete at one of North America's premier venues.
IMSA Action Photo IMSA Action Photo
June 25 - 28, 2026 | TIMES VARY BY EVENT
SAHLEN'S SIX HOURS OF THE GLEN
One of the most prestigious sports car races in North America, the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship returns in late June with Sahlen’s Six Hours of The Glen.
July 2026
A decorative graphic featuring the phrase “Stars, Stripes and Speed.” The words “Stars” and “Stripes” are written in a cursive-style font, with “Stars” in blue tones and “Stripes” in red tones, both outlined for emphasis. The word “and” appears smaller in black script beneath them. “Speed” is displayed prominently below in a bold, metallic, chrome-like font, giving a sense of motion and racing energy. A decorative graphic featuring the phrase “Stars, Stripes and Speed.” The words “Stars” and “Stripes” are written in a cursive-style font, with “Stars” in blue tones and “Stripes” in red tones, both outlined for emphasis. The word “and” appears smaller in black script beneath them. “Speed” is displayed prominently below in a bold, metallic, chrome-like font, giving a sense of motion and racing energy.
July 4, 2026 | 10:00 AM
STARS, STRIPES & SPEED
EXPERIENCE AN AUTOMOTIVE EVENT UNLIKE ANY OTHER IN THE AREA Stars, Stripes and Speed is an automotive experience unlike any other in the area. Taking place at World-Renowned Watkins Glen International the event features a huge car show, on track racing, drifting exhibition with ride-alongs, burnout competition, entertainment and contests, food trucks, specialty vendors, on-site camping and an after party with live concert!
July 11, 2026 | 5:30 PM
BIKE NIGHT
Experience Watkins Glen International like you never have before - Bike the Glen!
Shield-style “Beyond the Call” event logo featuring distressed white and red lettering, silhouettes of law enforcement officers, an American flag background, and “BMI 15 Mile Institute” branding with “2026” on a black background. Text around the border reads “New York State Sheriffs’ Institute” and “Saving Lives.” “A promotional graphic for the Gridlife Summer Apex event shows a red race car driving at speed on a racetrack. Bold text reads ‘Gridlife Summer Apex at the Glen.’ Additional text below states ‘Watkins Glen Intl, NY, Jul 24–26, 2026.’ The background is motion-blurred to emphasize speed.”
July 12, 2026 | 9:00 AM
BEYOND THE CALL - TRAIL CHALLENGE
Join us Sunday, July 12, 2026, at 9 am, for a fun and challenging day running the trails on the beautiful grounds of Watkins Glen International.
A pack of stock cars races side by side on a paved track at Watkins Glen International. The lead car is yellow and white, followed closely by cars in teal, red, black, and white. The cars are heading uphill toward a curve, with safety fencing and sponsor signs along the right side of the track. The sky is partly cloudy overhead. A pack of stock cars races side by side on a paved track at Watkins Glen International. The lead car is yellow and white, followed closely by cars in teal, red, black, and white. The cars are heading uphill toward a curve, with safety fencing and sponsor signs along the right side of the track. The sky is partly cloudy overhead.
July 16 - 19, 2026 | TIME VARIES BY EVENT
TRANS AM
The longest-running professional road racing series in North America, the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli visits Watkins Glen International for a summer doubleheader.
String Instruments Summer Concert Series
July 22, 2026 | 4:00 PM
MOTORS & MUSIC AT THE GLEN
Join us for a relaxing evening of classic cars, live music, and friendly competition at the Mission Party Deck!
“A promotional graphic for the Gridlife Summer Apex event shows a red race car driving at speed on a racetrack. Bold text reads ‘Gridlife Summer Apex at the Glen.’ Additional text below states ‘Watkins Glen Intl, NY, Jul 24–26, 2026.’ The background is motion-blurred to emphasize speed.” “A promotional graphic for the Gridlife Summer Apex event shows a red race car driving at speed on a racetrack. Bold text reads ‘Gridlife Summer Apex at the Glen.’ Additional text below states ‘Watkins Glen Intl, NY, Jul 24–26, 2026.’ The background is motion-blurred to emphasize speed.”
July 24 - 26, 2026 | TIME VARIES BY EVENT
GRIDLIFE SUMMER APEX
This 2026 Season, GRIDLIFE Summer Apex marks a long-awaited return to the legendary Watkins Glen International. For the first time since 2023, The Glen becomes home to three incredible days of high-energy racing, drifting, and live music to one of the most iconic circuits in North America.
August 2026
Watkins Glen International track photo of front stretch Watkins Glen International track photo of front stretch
August 8, 2026 | 5:30 PM
BIKE NIGHT
Experience Watkins Glen International like you never have before - Bike the Glen!
String Instruments Summer Concert Series
August 19, 2026 | 4:00 PM
MOTORS & MUSIC AT THE GLEN
Join us for a relaxing evening of classic cars, live music, and friendly competition at the Mission Party Deck!
September 2026
September 10 - 13, 2026 | TIMES VARY BY EVENT
HILLIARD U.S. VINTAGE GRAND PRIX WEEKEND
History and prestige return to the birthplace of North American road racing for one of the largest vintage racing events in the country.
WATKINS GLEN, NEW YORK - AUGUST 10: Chase Briscoe, driver of the #19 Bass Pro Shops Toyota, drives during the NASCAR Cup Series Go Bowling at The Glen at Watkins Glen International on August 10, 2025 in Watkins Glen, New York. WATKINS GLEN, NEW YORK - AUGUST 10: Chase Briscoe, driver of the #19 Bass Pro Shops Toyota, drives during the NASCAR Cup Series Go Bowling at The Glen at Watkins Glen International on August 10, 2025 in Watkins Glen, New York.
SEPT. 2027 | TBD
2027 GO BOWLING AT THE GLEN WEEKEND
THE CHASE DOESN'T WAIT. Neither does The Glen. Stay in the loop on race tickets, camping and experiences heading into 2027!