Busch Light and NASCAR Partner for Summer Fun

NASCAR and Anheuser-Busch today announced the return of the highly-anticipated Busch Light Summer Music Series, bringing a trio of country megastars to NASCAR race weekends across the country. The star-studded lineup for the second annual Busch Light Summer Music Series includes new country phenom Vincent Mason at Watkins Glen International, chart-topping hitmaker Mitchell Tenpenny at Chicagoland Speedway, and another multi-platinum mega-star, who will be announced at a later date, performing at Iowa Speedway.

“As part of our continued partnership with Busch Light, we’re focused on elevating the at-track experience and delivering an even more unforgettable race weekend for our fans,” said Michelle Byron, NASCAR Executive Vice President and Chief Partnership and Licensing Officer. “This announcement is the latest example of NASCAR and the industry working together to provide value to current and future partners across the sport – while also providing fans with experiences they can only get by attending a NASCAR race live.”

Mason will kick off the 2026 Busch Light Summer Music Series at Watkins Glen International on Sunday, May 10, performing his fan-favorite tracks ahead of the NASCAR Cup Series race weekend (May 8-10) in the Finger Lakes. One of country music’s fastest-rising talents, Mason has quickly built a loyal following with his blend of traditional influences and modern storytelling, bringing the roots of country to NASCAR.

Tenpenny will take the stage during NASCAR’s Fourth of July holiday weekend celebration at Chicagoland Speedway on July 5. Known for multi-platinum hits including “Truth About You” and “We Got History,” Tenpenny has amassed billions of global streams and multiple No. 1 songs, bringing arena-level energy to one of the most patriotic weekends on the NASCAR calendar.

The third concert of the 2026 Busch Light Summer Music Series will take place at Iowa Speedway on Sunday, August 9, with one of the biggest names in country music. Additional details will be shared in the coming months.

“We are thrilled to be bringing back the Busch Light Summer Music Series, in partnership with NASCAR,” said Krystyn Stowe, Head of Marketing, Busch Family & Natural Family at Anheuser-Busch. “There’s no better way to kick off a race day this season than with a cold and smooth Busch Light at a pre-race country music concert.”

The Busch Light Summer Music Series continues to build on the long-standing partnership between NASCAR and Busch Light, the “Official Beer Sponsor of NASCAR.” Since the 1990s, the Anheuser-Busch family of brands has created countless opportunities for 21+ fans to get closer to the sport they love. The Summer Music Series once again delivers a full-length pre-race concert experience, combining the thrill of NASCAR competition with the sounds of country music’s biggest stars.

Busch Light and Trackhouse Racing also continue their partnership in 2026 with NASCAR Cup Series driver Ross Chastain, bringing 21+ fans along for the ride with dynamic specialty paint schemes and fan-focused activations throughout the season, including the brand’s signature “Race for the Mountains” campaign. NASCAR PR