‘It’s brilliant’: NASCAR Chicago Street Race opens to big crowds, but storms postpone race
. Intermingled between, a massive stage near the park’s southern end played host to concerts from JC Brooks Band and The Black Crowes. The day was supposed to conclude with the Xfinity Series race at 4 p.m., followed by a performance from The Chainsmokers. But lightning forced organizers to cut the race short and cancel The Chainsmokers’ show.
Light rain and humidity did little to dampen the mood Saturday morning as visitors from around the world made the trip to see the historic street race. “NASCAR brought us here but we definitely coming back because we love this city,” he said, clearing his teeth with his tongue to get rid of any remnants of his first Chicago-style hotdog, one of the city’s iconic culinary offerings — along with Lou Malnati’s and Garrett’s popcorn — sold at concession booths around the park.
Cars race down the track during day one of the NASCAR Chicago Street Race on Saturday, July 1, 2023. NASCAR touted the race’s potential to bring millions of dollars to the city. Still, some businesses worried the crowds, the noise and the road closures could keep people away.Leaving the Art Institute of Chicago with her two sons, Ohio resident Christina Conway, 44, said she didn’t know about the race until Thursday, the day before they left. “It was a big surprise,” she said.
The 12-turn, 2.2 mile NASCAR Chicago Street Race is a 12-turn, 2.2-mile street course which is expected to draw 100,000 attendees on July 1-2.
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