How to watch NASCAR 2026 at Martinsville: Weekend schedule, start time, TV

Tyler Reddick continues to lead the championship standings, a stunning 95-points clear of Ryan Blaney after his fourth win in just the first six races of the 2026 season.

NASCAR now heads to one of its oldest and most historic tracks with 400 laps around the Martinsville half-mile. Denny Hamlin is the defending winner of the spring race here. 

In this story, you can find all the information you need to watch this weekend's action in Martinsville, from the weekend schedule to where to watch, and even the full entry list.

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What is the NASCAR at Martinsville weekend schedule?

Friday, March 27

4:30pm EST -- NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series practice -- CW APP

5:30pm EST -- NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series qualifying -- CW APP

7:00pm EST -- NASCAR When Modified race (200 laps) -- FLO RACING

Saturday, March 28

12:30pm -- NASCAR Cup Series practice -- PRIME VIDEO

1:40pm -- NASCAR Cup Series qualifying -- PRIME VIDEO

3:30pm EST -- NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series race (250 laps) -- THE CW

Sunday, March 29

2:00pm EST -- NASCAR RaceDay pre-race show -- FOX SPORTS 1

3:41 pm EST -- NASCAR Cup race green flag at Martinsville (400 laps) -- FOX SPORTS 1

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How can I watch the NASCAR Cup Series at Martinsville?

• Date: Sunday, March 29
• TV start time: 2:00pm EST
• Green flag: 3:41 pm EST 
• Laps: 400 laps 
• Stages: 80 / 100 / 220
• TV channel: FOX SPORTS 1 | TSN (Canada) | Other international viewing options
• Live stream: In-car cameras on HBO MAX
• Radio: MRN, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio

Who is competing in the Cook Out 400 at Martinsville?

There are 37 chartered entries and one open entry at Darlington, featuring the No. 33 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet of Austin Hill. Justin Allgaier continues to fill in for Alex Bowman, who is suffering from vertigo and will remained sidelined through the Easter break.