Pocono race weekend: What to know ahead of NASCAR’s Great American Getaway 400

This weekend, NASCAR makes its stop at Pocono Raceway, with races starting on Friday, June 20, and ending with the Cup Series’ Great American Getaway 400 on Sunday, June 22, in Long Pond, Pa. And unlike previous years, the Tricky Triangle has some added juice as the track is a part of the new in-season tournament.

Here is what you need to know for race weekend at Pocono Raceway, whether you’re sitting in the grandstands, hanging out in the campgrounds or watching at home.

When is the CRAFTSMAN Truck Series race at Pocono Raceway?

The CRAFTSMAN Truck Series kicks off race weekend at Pocono Raceway. The MillerTech Battery 200 takes place Friday, June 20, at 5 p.m. ET.

When is the NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Pocono Raceway?

The Explore the Pocono Mountains 250 takes place Saturday, June 21, at 3:30 p.m. ET. Qualifying for Sunday’s Cup Series race will take place prior to this race on Saturday.

When is the NASCAR Cup Series race at Pocono Raceway?

The Great American Getaway 400 takes place on Sunday, June 22, at 2 p.m. ET. This is the last NASCAR race to take place at Pocono Raceway in 2025.

Where can I purchase tickets for race weekend at Pocono Raceway?

Limited tickets are still available for the Cup Series, Xfinity Series and Truck series events at Pocono Raceway. Tickets for all three races can be purchased here.

On June 11, Pocono Raceway announced the entire inventory of camping sites sold out.

Where can I park for race weekend at Pocono Raceway?

Parking is free for attendees at Pocono Raceway. The track also has additional parking.

How can I watch race weekend at Pocono Raceway?

Television coverage of race weekend at Pocono Raceway, including the Cup Series, Xfinity Series and Truck Series, will be broadcast on various platforms depending on the race.

Friday, June 20: MillerTech Battery 200 (CRAFTSMAN Truck Series)

FS1: 5 p.m. start (Click here to learn more about access to FS1)

Saturday, June 21: Explore the Pocono Mountains 250 (Xfinity Series)

CW: 3:30 p.m. start (Click here to find your local CW channel/broadcast)

Sunday, June 22: Great American Getaway 400 (Cup Series)

Prime Video: 2 p.m. start (Click here for Prime Video subscription information)

What are the projected weather conditions for Pocono Raceway?

According to the Weather Channel, there is a minimal chance of rain all three days ― 18% on Friday, 12% on Saturday and 20% on Sunday. Winds are also projected to be around 10 MPH all weekend.

It’s expected to rain significantly Monday through Thursday, notably a 50% chance on Thursday, but it should subside after that.

Sunday’s Cup Series race, which is what most fans are preparing for, is projected to be partly cloudy with a high of 82 degrees and a low of 65 degrees.

Friday’s CRAFTSMAN Truck Series and Saturday’s Xfinity Series have similar weather projections: highs of low 80s and high 70s, and lows of mid 60s and high 50s.