How to Watch the NHRA Brainerd Nationals
NHRA Drag Racing · Brainerd International Raceway · MN · Sunday, August 23, 2026. Here's the start time, TV channel and live stream.
▶ Watch on FS1- EventNHRA Brainerd Nationals
- SeriesNHRA Drag Racing
- DateSunday, August 23, 2026
- Start time8:30 PM ET (your local time on the live schedule)
- TrackBrainerd International Raceway, MN (a 3.1-mile road course (plus 1/4-mile dragstrip) road course)
- Watch onFS1 ↗Subscription
How to watch NHRA Drag Racing at Brainerd International Raceway
The NHRA Brainerd Nationals — a NHRA Drag Racing race at Brainerd International Raceway in MN — is set for Sunday, August 23, 2026, with coverage around 8:30 PM ET. NHRA Drag Racing airs on FS1 on cable/satellite and streams via YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Fubo and the FOX Sports app.
On TV: the NHRA Brainerd Nationals airs on FS1 on cable and satellite from about 8:30 PM ET ET.
Streaming: watch live on YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Fubo, DirecTV Stream and the FOX Sports app.
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About the NHRA Brainerd Nationals
Brainerd International Raceway in northern Minnesota has hosted an NHRA national event since 1982, long run under the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals name. The event is famous for its raucous on-site camping scene, 'The Zoo.' The 2025 running was the 43rd annual edition.
NHRA Brainerd Nationals — key facts
About Brainerd International Raceway
A motorsport complex near Brainerd, Minnesota, with overlapping 3.1-mile and 2.5-mile road courses and a quarter-mile dragstrip. It opened in July 1968 and was originally named Donnybrooke Speedway.
The 2.5-mile 'Competition' course was added in 2008.
Frequently asked questions
What time does the NHRA Brainerd Nationals start?
The NHRA Brainerd Nationals (NHRA Drag Racing) is scheduled for about 8:30 PM ET on Sunday, August 23, 2026. Times are US Eastern — the live schedule at RacingOnTV.net converts them to your local zone.
What channel is the NHRA Brainerd Nationals on?
The NHRA Brainerd Nationals airs on FS1 on cable/satellite and streams via YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Fubo and the FOX Sports app.
Is the NHRA Brainerd Nationals on TV?
Yes — the NHRA Brainerd Nationals is on TV. It airs on FS1 on cable and satellite, with coverage from about 8:30 PM ET on Sunday, August 23, 2026, and also streams live on YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Fubo, DirecTV Stream and the FOX Sports app.
Where can I watch the NHRA Brainerd Nationals?
Watch the NHRA Brainerd Nationals on FS1 — on TV (FS1 on cable and satellite) or streaming on YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Fubo, DirecTV Stream and the FOX Sports app. Use the Watch button above to go straight to the broadcast on Sunday, August 23, 2026.
How can I stream the NHRA Brainerd Nationals live?
You can stream it on YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Fubo, DirecTV Stream and the FOX Sports app.
Where is the NHRA Brainerd Nationals held?
The race is at Brainerd International Raceway in MN, a 3.1-mile road course (plus 1/4-mile dragstrip) road course.
Who won the NHRA Brainerd Nationals last time?
Doug Kalitta (Top Fuel) / Austin Prock (Funny Car) is the defending winner of the NHRA Brainerd Nationals.
When was the first NHRA Brainerd Nationals?
The inaugural NHRA Brainerd Nationals was held in 1982.
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