NASCAR fans already know the names of the stars on track, but the unsung heroes on pit road will get their moment to shine in May. The NASCAR Pit Crew Challenge presented by Mechanix Wear, held exclusively at North Wilkesboro Speedway, during NASCAR All-Star Race Week, returns on Friday, May 16.

This high-octane, timed pit stop event isn’t just a sideshow — it’s a full-blown battle of speed, precision, and a test of who can maintain their cool under pressure. For one night only, the spotlight shifts from drivers to crew members, giving fans a front-row seat to the pure adrenaline that happens behind the wall. And the stakes? Huge.

The fastest crews don’t just win bragging rights; they earn the top starting positions for the Open and the heats for the All-Star Race, setting the tone for the rest of the weekend. It's strategy and execution at their rawest, and it all happens on a Friday night under the lights in Wilkes County.

Steeped in history, the Pit Crew Challenge dates back to 1967, and this re-imagined version is quickly becoming a fan-favorite tradition at North Wilkesboro’s throwback-style All-Star weekend. There’s simply nothing else like it on the NASCAR schedule.

If you're considering a Race Week package, this is the moment that seals the deal. Friday’s action-packed slate includes this electric exhibition plus more on-track excitement—and it’s all included with your Race Week package or Friday-only ticket.

Whether you're a die-hard race fan, a weekend warrior, or someone who just loves the roar of engines and the sound of impact wrenches at work, the Pit Crew Challenge delivers unmatched intensity and access. It’s up close. It’s loud. It’s real.

No other track. No other day. Only at North Wilkesboro.