NASCAR fans, prepare for an exciting weekend! The 2025 NASCAR Cup Series Food City 500 is set to take place at the iconic Bristol Motor Speedway in Bristol, Tennessee. This famous short track, measuring just over half a mile, will see drivers racing a total of 500 laps, which equals about 266.5 miles. Known as "The Last Great Colosseum," this venue promises thrilling action and a vibrant atmosphere.
Entering this race weekend, William Byron holds the top spot in the NASCAR Cup Series standings, with Denny Hamlin and Christopher Bell following closely in second and third, respectively. The Food City 500 is scheduled to start at 3 p.m. ET on Sunday, April 13, and fans can catch all the action live on FS1.
If you’re eager to follow the weekend’s events, here’s all the information you need about the NASCAR race in Bristol, including the full schedule, standings, and options for streaming the race if you don’t have cable.
How to Watch the NASCAR Cup Series Food City 500:
- Date: Sunday, April 13
- Time: 3 p.m. ET
- Location: Bristol Motor Speedway
- TV Channel: FS1
- Streaming: Available on the Fox Sports app and via services like Hulu + Live TV.
Upcoming NASCAR Race Details
This weekend’s race marks another exciting stop for NASCAR at the Bristol Motor Speedway. Fans can expect a weekend filled with racing events, starting Friday with practice sessions and qualifications leading up to the main event on Sunday.
NASCAR Food City 500 Channel Information
The Food City 500 will be broadcast live on FS1. Viewers can also watch the race via the Fox Sports app by logging in with subscription details from a valid cable provider.
NASCAR At Bristol Weekend Schedule
The schedule for the Food City 500 weekend includes several key events:
Friday, April 11
- 3:35 p.m. ET: Bush’s Beans Practice for Weather Guard Truck Race
- 4:40 p.m. ET: Bush’s Beans Qualifying for Weather Guard Truck Race
- 7:30 p.m. ET: Weather Guard Truck Race Starts
Saturday, April 12
- 11:35 a.m. ET: Bush’s Beans Practice for SciAps 300 Race
- 12:40 p.m. ET: Bush’s Beans Qualifying for SciAps 300 Race
- 2:05 p.m. ET: Bush’s Beans Practice for Food City 500 Race
- 3:10 p.m. ET: Bush’s Beans Qualifying for Food City 500 Race
- 5:00 p.m. ET: SciAps 300 Xfinity Race Starts
Sunday, April 13
- 12:45 p.m. ET: Rodney Atkins Pre-Race Concert
- 3:00 p.m. ET: Food City 500 Starts
Current NASCAR Cup Series Standings
As it stands, here are the top drivers in the NASCAR Cup Series:
- William Byron – 315 points
- Denny Hamlin – 266 points
- Christopher Bell – 263 points
- Chase Elliott – 256 points
- Tyler Reddick – 254 points
- Kyle Larson – 244 points
- Ryan Blaney – 236 points
- Bubba Wallace – 233 points
- Joey Logano – 232 points
- Alex Bowman – 227 points
- Chris Buescher – 215 points
- Ross Chastain – 199 points
- Ryan Preece – 184 points
- Chase Briscoe – 178 points
- Kyle Busch – 177 points
- AJ Allmendinger – 168 points
Additional Viewing Options for NASCAR Fans
For those looking to catch the NASCAR action this weekend, several streaming services offer access to FS1 and related sports content:
- Hulu + Live TV: A comprehensive option for sports fans, including FS1 and other major channels. A subscription starts at around $82.99 a month, including promotions.
- YouTube TV: Also provides FS1 among other channels at a subscription price of $72.99 a month.
- Sling TV: Offers affordable packages starting at $40.99 for the first month and includes access to live sports.
As the excitement builds for this weekend’s Food City 500, fans can look forward to thrilling moments on the track, special events, and great entertainment. Don’t forget to tune in and enjoy the race at Bristol!
