The roar of engines is set to echo through the Finger Lakes region as the NASCAR O'Reilly Series prepares for the 2026 Mission 200 At The Glen at Watkins Glen International. With the entry list now released, anticipation is building for what promises to be a thrilling weekend of road course racing.
NASCAR unveiled the complete entry list for the Go Bowling At The Glen weekend on Monday afternoon, covering the O'Reilly Series, Truck Series, and Cup Series events. This marks Watkins Glen's sole NASCAR date on the 2026 calendar and serves as the first road course challenge since the season's earlier stop at Circuit of the Americas in March. All three NASCAR national series will share the track, creating a full weekend of high-speed action.
The O'Reilly Series field features 39 entries for the Saturday evening race, meaning one driver will unfortunately miss the cut. Among the standout names generating buzz are rising star Connor Zilisch and road course ace Shane van Gisbergen, both piloting cars for JR Motorsports. Adding to the intrigue, Ross Chastain will climb behind the wheel of the No. 32 entry for Jordan Anderson Racing, bringing his signature aggressive style to the scenic 3.4-mile layout.
Whether you're tracking your favorite driver or scouting the next big name in NASCAR, this entry list sets the stage for a can't-miss event. Stay tuned for more details on how to catch all the live action from Watkins Glen in May 2026.
