Sun Jul 06 17:50:00 UTC 2025: ## NASCAR Returns to Chicago Streets for High-Stakes Race

**Chicago, IL -** For the third consecutive year, the roar of engines will echo through the heart of Chicago as NASCAR returns to the Chicago Street Course today, July 6th. The Grant Park 165, a 2.2-mile temporary racetrack carved out of the city’s downtown loop, is set to begin at 2 p.m. ET. Drivers will navigate iconic streets like Michigan Avenue and DuSable Lake Shore Drive, passing landmarks such as Buckingham Fountain and the Art Institute of Chicago.

This year’s race holds added significance as part of NASCAR’s inaugural single-elimination in-season challenge. Drivers will be vying for a second chance at a lucrative $1 million bonus, adding even more intensity to the already challenging street course.

The Chicago Street Race is unique in the NASCAR schedule as the only event to take place on real city streets, offering a thrilling spectacle for fans and a demanding test for drivers.

Fans looking to catch the action can tune in via live TV streaming services like DIRECTV (with a free five-day trial) or subscribe to Max, offering a more comprehensive viewing experience.

**About the Author:** Angela Tricarico, Commerce Writer/Reporter for Post Wanted Shopping and New York Post’s streaming property, Decider, contributed to this article.

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