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By the People, for the People
NHRA Announces Free 2026 Streaming Schedule for NHRA.TV and YouTube
Comprehensive free coverage plan includes Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series events across all seven divisions, special events, and more.
Published on Feb. 21, 2026
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NHRA announced a continued and comprehensive free coverage plan on NHRA.tv and its NHRA YouTube page for the 2026 season, including action in the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series across all seven divisions, special events, and more. The full schedule of complimentary races is available now at NHRA.tv, starting with this weekend's Division 7 double-divisional race at Firebird Motorsports Park in Phoenix.
Why it matters
This free streaming plan allows NHRA to reach a wider audience and provide fans with greater access to the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, which features some of the world's top racers. It also aligns with NHRA's goal of growing the sport and making it more accessible to both longtime fans and new viewers.
The details
For the second consecutive year, NHRA will stream more than 30 Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series events on either NHRA.tv or the NHRA YouTube page for free during the 2026 campaign. The full schedule includes extensive action from across all seven divisions, special events, and more. Fans can watch several divisional races every month, including four events in March, five races in June, six races in July, and four races in both August and September.
- The free streaming coverage starts this weekend with the Division 7 double-divisional race at Firebird Motorsports Park in Phoenix.
- The test session at Gainesville Raceway on March 3-4 will also be streamed for free on NHRA.tv.
- The legendary season-opening Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals will take place on March 5-8 at Gainesville Raceway.
- The season-long free coverage will conclude with the Division 7 divisional on Nov. 5-8 at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
The players
NHRA
The National Hot Rod Association, the primary sanctioning body for the sport of drag racing in the United States.
Lucas Oil Products
A company that produces a diverse range of automotive, powersports, marine, industrial, outdoor, and motorsports products, and is the title sponsor of the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series.
Mission Foods
The world's leading brand for tortillas and wraps, as well as a global provider of flatbreads, dips, salsas, and Mexican food products, and the title sponsor of the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series.
What’s next
Fans can sign up for a complimentary account on NHRA.tv to watch the select divisional races for free, starting with this weekend's Division 7 double-divisional race at Firebird Motorsports Park in Phoenix.
The takeaway
NHRA's continued commitment to providing free streaming access to the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series demonstrates the organization's focus on growing the sport and making it more accessible to fans. This move aligns with the industry's broader trend of increasing digital content and direct-to-consumer offerings, which can help attract new audiences and strengthen the connection between NHRA and its loyal fanbase.
