NASCAR Cup Series racing is set to return to Bowman Gray Stadium for the first time since 1971, and the weekend promises to be a celebration of speed and history, fueled by Cook Out as the entitlement partner. The Cook Out Clash will take place on Sunday, Feb. 2, with live coverage on FOX, while the weekend kicks off on Saturday, Feb. 1, with the Cook Out Madhouse Classic, an invitation-only event featuring Modified Division stars, including NASCAR Hall of Famer Bobby Labonte in the No. 18 Cook Out Modified.
“It is incredible to have Cook Out as part of this historic weekend at Bowman Gray Stadium,” said Ben Kennedy, NASCAR Executive Vice President. “Their support takes it to the next level, and we look forward to working with them to make it a weekend that fans will never forget.”
Cook Out, a Winston-Salem favorite since 1989, has grown into a national chain with 340 locations across 10 states. The brand’s NASCAR presence includes partnerships with races at Martinsville Speedway, Richmond Raceway, and Darlington Raceway, as well as sponsorships at grassroots levels.
“Cook Out loves Winston-Salem and loves racing,” said Jeremy Reaves, Co-Owner of Cook Out. “We’re looking forward to bringing together our racing family and the Winston-Salem community this year with the Cook Out Clash and the Cook Out Madhouse Classic.”
The Cook Out Madhouse Classic will not only showcase Modified Division talent but also include NASCAR Cup Series practice and qualifying sessions.
Tickets for Sunday’s Cook Out Clash sold out in November, but limited seats remain for Saturday’s event. Fans are encouraged to visit NASCARClash.com to secure tickets and parking options. On-site parking at Bowman Gray Stadium is limited, and off-site parking with climate-controlled shuttle transportation will be available at Innovation Quarter and Allegacy Stadium.
The Cook Out Clash marks a historic return to one of NASCAR’s most iconic venues, blending the nostalgia of Bowman Gray Stadium with the modern excitement of the NASCAR Cup Series.
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