Charlotte Motor Speedway

Racetrack · Concord, North Carolina

Illustration of Charlotte Motor Speedway

Overview

Charlotte Motor Speedway is a major racetrack in Concord, home of NASCAR's long Memorial Day weekend race.

History

The speedway opened in 1960 in the heart of NASCAR country.

Today

Race weekends bring huge crowds and need major event, parking and crowd security.

Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.