Watkins Glen International will kick off its 2026 season this weekend.
The season will begin on Friday with an event from 5 to 7 pm with the Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce. The pep rally style event will feature music, pace car rides, food and drinks.
The Glen will celebrate with an Opening Day event from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday. Fans are invited to drive their own vehicle on the 3.45 mile Grand Prix circuit to benefit the Racing and Community Enrichment Foundation.
The cost is $35 per car at the gate. One ticket permits three laps around the track. Watkins Glen International is a cashless facility.
NASCAR returns to Watkins Glen on Mother’s Day weekend.
Look for more information at theglen.com.
