Built to bring big-time racing to Music City’s backyard, Nashville Superspeedway has a story that’s as bold as the racing it hosts.

Nashville Superspeedway first opened its doors in 2001, with a vision of giving fans a new place to see top-tier motorsports up close. The track itself is unique with a 1.33-mile D-shaped oval made of concrete, not asphalt, which gives races here a different kind of grit. Drivers quickly learned that Nashville wasn’t a place you could take lightly. The track is fast, tough and demands every ounce of focus from start to finish.

In its early years, Nashville Superspeedway hosted NASCAR Xfinity and Truck Series races and built a loyal fan base. One of the track’s most iconic traditions also got its start during this time -- handing out Gibson guitars as trophies to race winners. Instead of a typical cup or plaque, drivers who conquered Nashville took home a custom-painted guitar, tying the city’s deep music roots right into the heart of race day celebrations.

After 2011, the track went quiet for a bit. But the passion for racing in Nashville never faded. Fans wanted it back, and they got it. In 2021, after a decade away, NASCAR racing returned to Nashville Superspeedway with a bang. The Ally 400 Cup Series made its debut, and it was clear the magic was still there. Crowds packed the stands, the racing was intense and the music-fueled atmosphere felt like it had never left.

Since then, Nashville Superspeedway has only gotten bigger and better. The race weekend isn’t just about what happens on the track; it’s about live music, fan experiences, tailgating and soaking up a city that knows how to throw a party.

From its concrete surface to its rock-and-roll spirit, Nashville Superspeedway has carved out a spot that feels different from anywhere else on the NASCAR circuit. It’s tough. It’s loud. It’s full of heart. And it’s just getting started.