NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Playoffs Schedule 2026: Full Race Dates, Start-Times, TV Coverage, Winners, Results
The 2026 NASCAR Truck Series Playoffs schedule will feature seven races across some of the most challenging tracks on the NASCAR Craftsman calendar.
The playoff schedule begins at Bristol Motor Speedway on September 17 and continues through Kansas, Charlotte, Phoenix, Talladega and Martinsville before the championship race at Homestead-Miami Speedway.
Fans can follow every playoff race with the full schedule below, including dates, start times, tracks and TV coverage.
When Do the 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Playoffs Start?
The 2026 Craftsman Truck Series Playoffs begin on September 17 with the UNOH 250 at Bristol Motor Speedway.
The championship battle concludes on November 6 with the Truck Series Championship Race at Homestead-Miami Speedway.
The seven-race playoff schedule includes both short-track racing and superspeedway competition, giving drivers several different challenges as they compete for the series championship.
2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Playoffs Schedule, Date, Start-times, Channel, Results, Winners.
When is the UNOH 250?
Date: September 17, 2026
Bristol Motor Speedway
Race time: 8:00 p.m. ET
TV: FS1
Streaming: fubo
The playoff schedule opens with the UNOH 250 at Bristol Motor Speedway. The high-banked short track is known for close racing and limited room for error.
When is the Race to Stop Suicide 200
Date: September 26, 2026
Kansas Speedway
Race time: 1:00 p.m. ET
TV: FS1
Streaming: fubo
The series moves to Kansas Speedway for the Race to Stop Suicide 200. Drivers will face a different challenge at the intermediate track as the playoff battle continues.
When is the Ecosave 250?
Date: October 9, 2026
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Race time: 5:00 p.m. ET
TV: Fox
Streaming: fubo
Charlotte Motor Speedway hosts the Ecosave 250 on October 9. The race provides another important opportunity for playoff drivers to gain points and strengthen their championship position.
When is the Truck Series Race at Phoenix?
Date: October 16, 2026
Phoenix Raceway
Race time: 7:30 p.m. ET
TV: FS1
Streaming: fubo
The playoff field heads to Phoenix Raceway for another key postseason race. The 7:30 p.m. ET start adds a night-race atmosphere to the championship battle.
When is the Love’s RV Stop 225?
Date: October 23, 2026
Talladega Superspeedway
Race time: 4:00 p.m. ET
TV: FS1
Streaming: fubo
Talladega Superspeedway hosts the Love’s RV Stop 225. The superspeedway race can create major changes in the playoff standings, with drafting and pack racing playing a major role.
When is the Truck Series Race at Martinsville?
Date: October 30, 2026
Martinsville Speedway
Race time: 6:00 p.m. ET
TV: FS1
Streaming: fubo
The penultimate playoff race takes place at Martinsville Speedway on October 30. Drivers will have to manage the tight short track while trying to secure their place in the championship race.
When is the NASCAR Truck Series Championship Race?
Date: November 6, 2026
Homestead-Miami Speedway
Race time: 7:30 p.m. ET
TV: FS1
Streaming: fubo
The 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series championship will be decided at Homestead-Miami Speedway.
The season finale is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET on November 6. The championship race will determine the 2026 Truck Series champion.
How to Watch the 2026 NASCAR Truck Series Playoffs
Fans can watch the majority of the 2026 Truck Series playoff races on FS1.
The Ecosave 250 at Charlotte Motor Speedway will air on Fox.
The races are also available to stream through fubo.
2026 NASCAR Truck Series Playoffs Schedule Summary
The seven-race postseason begins at Bristol Motor Speedway and ends at Homestead-Miami Speedway.
The playoff schedule includes races at Bristol, Kansas, Charlotte, Phoenix, Talladega and Martinsville before the championship finale.
With short tracks, intermediate tracks and a superspeedway all included, the 2026 playoff schedule will test drivers in a variety of racing conditions.
Fans can follow the full postseason schedule for race dates, start times, TV coverage and streaming information throughout the championship battle.
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