NASCAR Hauler Parade Returns to Las Vegas Strip

Annual event kicks off Pennzoil 400 race weekend at Las Vegas Motor Speedway

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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The NASCAR Hauler Parade will once again take over the Las Vegas Strip as Las Vegas Motor Speedway officially kicks off the 2026 Pennzoil 400 presented by Jiffy Lube NASCAR Cup Series race weekend. Beginning at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, March 13, fans can watch the famed NASCAR Cup Series haulers make their anticipated journey through Las Vegas, starting near the Luxor Hotel & Casino and traveling up the Strip, through Downtown, and ultimately to the speedway.

Why it matters

The hauler parade has become a must-see event for both devoted NASCAR fans and casual visitors, blending the unmistakable energy of Las Vegas with the roar of the NASCAR Cup Series. It offers race fans and visitors an up-close look at the rolling billboards that transport the sport's biggest stars and teams.

The details

The haulers will stage earlier in the day at the South Point Hotel Casino & Spa before beginning their police-escorted ride to the Strip. After making their way through the heart of the city, the haulers will travel north to the 1.5-mile superspeedway, entering via Speedway Boulevard and passing through the tunnel under Turns 1 and 2 before parking outside the Neon Garage in preparation for race weekend. Local businesses along the parade route will join in the excitement, creating a citywide celebration as anticipation builds for one of the biggest weekends in motorsports.

  • The NASCAR Hauler Parade will take place on Friday, March 13, 2026 starting at 4:30 p.m.
  • The 2026 Pennzoil 400 presented by Jiffy Lube NASCAR Weekend continues March 13 –15 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

The players

Las Vegas Motor Speedway

The 1.5-mile superspeedway that hosts the annual Pennzoil 400 NASCAR Cup Series race.

Pennzoil 400 presented by Jiffy Lube

The NASCAR Cup Series race held annually at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

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The takeaway

The NASCAR Hauler Parade has become a beloved tradition that kicks off one of the biggest motorsports weekends in Las Vegas, offering race fans and visitors an exciting glimpse into the sport's behind-the-scenes operations while celebrating the energy and excitement of the city.