Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway Releases Full 2026 Asphalt Schedule

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Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway Releases Full 2026 Asphalt Schedule

One of the Most Diverse and Action-Packed Seasons in Track History

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway is proud to officially announce its complete 2026 Asphalt Schedule, delivering one of the most diverse and exciting seasons in track history. The calendar showcases a powerful blend of national touring series, NASCAR Weekly competition, fan-favorite specialty events, and themed nights spanning February through December.

The 2026 season combines elite short-track racing with high-energy motorsports entertainment, reinforcing Kern Raceway’s reputation as one of the premier racing destinations on the West Coast. From championship-level touring series to signature family-focused events, the schedule offers something for every race fan while highlighting the depth and versatility of Kern Raceway’s competitive platform.

2026 EVENT SCHEDULE & DIVISIONS

Feb. 28 – Night of Destruction featuring ARCA Menards Series West Oil Workers 150

Divisions: ARCA Menards Series West, Enduro, Figure-8, Skid Plate, Drag-A-Boat, Jet Car

Special: Fireworks

Mar. 14 – Youth Sports Night featuring CARS Tour West

Divisions: CARS Tour West Super Late Models, CARS Tour West Limited Pro Late Models, INEX Legends, NASCAR Spec Racers

Special: Demolition Derby

Mar. 28 – Monster Truck Bash

Divisions: Monster Trucks, Super Moto

Special: Ride-Alongs | AM/PM Shows (Super Moto PM Only)

Apr. 25 – Salute to the American Trucker

Divisions: NASCAR Limited Pro Late Models (2), INEX Legends, NASCAR Crown Vics, NASCAR Spec Racers (2), Outlaw Four Cylinder Showdown

Special: Flagpole Race

May 16 – Military Appreciation Night featuring CARS Tour West

Divisions: CARS Tour West Pro Late Models, CARS Tour West Limited Pro Late Models, INEX Legends, NASCAR Crown Vics, NASCAR Spec Racers

Special: Trailer Race

Jun. 6 – HotPit Autofest Drift Show

Divisions: Drift Exhibition

Special: Car Show

Jul. 4 – 4th of July Night of Destruction

Divisions: NASCAR Limited Pro Late Models, NASCAR Spec Racers, Enduro, Figure-8, Skid Plate, Drag-A-Boat, Jet Car

Special: Fireworks

Jul. 18 – Summer Nights at Kern

Divisions: NASCAR Limited Pro Late Models (2), INEX Legends, NASCAR Crown Vics (2), NASCAR Spec Racers

Special: Enduro RallyCross

Sep. 19 – First Responders Night

Divisions: NASCAR Limited Pro Late Models (2), INEX Legends, NASCAR Crown Vics, NASCAR Spec Racers, Super Moto

Special: Auto Soccer

Oct. 10 – Agriculture Night

Divisions: NASCAR Limited Pro Late Models (2) NASCAR Track Championship Finale, INEX Legends, NASCAR Crown Vics, NASCAR Spec Racers Track Championship Finale

Special: Chain Racer Figure-8

Oct. 17 – October Classic featuring CARS Tour West

Divisions: CARS Tour West Pro Late Models, CARS Tour West Limited Pro Late Models Track Championship Finale, INEX Legends Track Championship Finale, NASCAR Crown Vics Track Championship Finale

Special: Demolition Derby

Oct. 31 – Haunted Night of Destruction featuring ARCA Menards Series West NAPA Auto Parts 150

Divisions: ARCA Menards Series West, Enduro, Figure-8, Skid Plate, Drag-A-Boat, Jet Car

Special: Fireworks

Nov. 14 – LiUNA Local 220 Monster Truck Bash

Divisions: Monster Trucks

Special: Ride-Alongs | AM/PM Shows

Dec. 5 – Christmas Night of Destruction

Divisions: NASCAR Crown Vics (Non-Points), Enduro, Figure-8, Skid Plate, Drag-A-Boat, Jet Car

Special: Fireworks

2026 CHAMPIONSHIP STRUCTURE

Track Championship Divisions

Limited Pro Late Models • NASCAR Spec Racers • NASCAR Crown Vics • INEX Legends

Championship Format Breakdown

Limited Pro Late Models

• Track Championship – Based on performance across all 12 events
• NASCAR Weekly Championship – Based solely on the 9 Weekly Series races

NASCAR Spec Racers & NASCAR Crown Vics

These divisions will compete for a single unified Track + NASCAR Weekly championship.

INEX Legends

• Kern Raceway Track Championship points
• INEX points

The 2026 season at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway promises high-impact racing, diverse motorsports programming, and unforgettable fan experiences throughout the year.

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