BROOKLYN, MI — The NASCAR Cup Series will return to Michigan International Speedway (MIS) on August 22, 2021, but the lone date is turning some heads at the track in Detroit’s backyard.
The 2021 Cup Series schedule, released on Wednesday, shows no June race at MIS. Traditionally, the first race of the season at MIS is Father’s Day weekend.
“While we certainly wish that we were able to host two NASCAR weekends once again, here at MIS we remain committed to providing the same exceptional atmosphere for which our fans have become accustomed from a race weekend in the Irish Hills,” said Michigan International Speedway President Rick Brenner. “Our fans have exhibited a tremendous amount of loyalty over the years, and we appreciate their continued support. Michigan International Speedway has a long, rich tradition of providing outstanding racing on the track and unforgettable memories off it. Those are things that will not change.”
Brenner said fans who previously held tickets for Michigan International Speedway’s June NASCAR weekend will have the opportunity to relocate to comparable seating for the August 2021 race weekend. Ticketholders for the June event who have a credit, will be able to use that for the August 2021 date at MIS, or at any other NASCAR-owned track during the 2021 or 2022 season, according to MIS officials.
