The 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series has been a barnburner from the drop of the green flag. Now, with the playoff stretch in full swing and the Championship 4 looming just weeks away, this season has delivered everything fans could want - and then some. From the season-opening chaos at Daytona to the clutch performances in the Round of 8, it's been a ride.
Whether you're a diehard tracking every lap or a casual fan trying to figure out where to catch the next race, we've got you covered with everything you need to know about the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series schedule 2026: Dates, times, TV channels, live streams, winners for every race.
The 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Calendar: Key Dates and Tracks
The season kicked off in mid-February at Daytona International Speedway, where the trucks always put on a show. The 2.5-mile superspeedway delivered its usual brand of pack racing chaos, with a first-time winner emerging from the draft in the closing laps. From there, the series headed west for the annual swing through Las Vegas Motor Speedway and Atlanta Motor Speedway, setting the early tone for the championship chase.
The mid-season grind tested every team's depth. Summer stops at Nashville Superspeedway and a return to historic short tracks gave fans a mix of high-speed ovals and bump-and-run bullrings. The diversity of the 2026 calendar - from superspeedways to half-miles - has been one of the season's biggest storylines, rewarding drivers who can adapt their style week to week.
📊 23 races make up the 2026 Truck Series calendar - spanning February's Daytona opener to the November championship finale at Phoenix Raceway.
Then came the playoffs. The Round of 10 opened in September, with the intensity ratcheting up immediately. By early October, the field had been trimmed to the Championship 4, and the remaining contenders are now laser-focused on Phoenix. The finale at the one-mile desert oval will crown the 2026 champion - and based on what we've seen this fall, it's going to come down to the wire.
How to Watch Every Race: TV Channels and Live Streams
The Truck Series broadcast landscape in 2026 remains split between Fox and NBC, just as it has for years - and knowing where to tune in is half the battle.
Broadcast Partners: Fox vs. NBC
The first half of the season, from February through mid-summer, aired primarily on FS1. Practice and qualifying sessions were available on the Fox Sports App, giving diehards extra access to the garage.
Starting in the summer, coverage shifted to NBC and USA Network. The entire playoff run - including the Round of 10, Round of 8, and the Championship 4 - airs exclusively on NBC-affiliated channels.
Table: 2026 Truck Series Broadcast Schedule by Season Phase
| Season Phase | Primary Network | Streaming Options |
|---|---|---|
| February - June | FS1 | Fox Sports App (cable login required) |
| July - November | NBC / USA Network | Peacock, NBC Sports App |
| Playoffs (Sept - Nov) | NBC | Peacock (exclusive streaming) |
Streaming Options
Cord-cutters have plenty of choices in 2026. The Fox Sports App requires a cable provider login for live races but offers replays for subscribers. Peacock remains the exclusive streaming home for NBC races, making it essential for fans without traditional cable. The NBC Sports App serves authenticated cable subscribers, while YouTube TV and Hulu + Live TV remain popular alternatives for those who want live NASCAR without a full cable package.
📊 All 23 races are available via streaming - FS1 races on the Fox Sports App and NBC races on Peacock, with no race exclusive to cable-only viewers.
2026 Race Winners and Results Recap
Here's the complete rundown of winners from the 2026 season, race by race.
