Christopher Bell is expanding his dirt racing schedule for the upcoming 2026 season, jumping behind the wheel of the Kreitz Racing 69K sprint car for selected high-profile events across North America. According to announcements from team owner Don Kreitz Jr. and racing officials, the NASCAR Cup Series star will tackle prominent dirt tracks in Iowa, Washington, and Canada as part of an aggressive, targeted sprint car campaign.
The 2026 Kreitz Racing Schedule and Track Lineup
The partnership pairs Bell with the Pennsylvania-based Kreitz Racing operation, a powerhouse in 410 sprint car competition. According to team disclosures, the schedule features stops at premier dirt ovals well-known to national sprint car enthusiasts. Bell will pilot the iconic orange No. 69K machine at major venues, bringing his extensive dirt track background back to the national sprint car circuit.
Dirt racing historian and media outlets have noted that fielding a driver of Bell’s caliber elevates the team’s national profile. The schedule is strategically designed to fit around Bell’s full-time obligations in the NASCAR Cup Series with Joe Gibbs Racing, utilizing open weekends in the stock car calendar to enter major sprint car lucrative events.
Why Christopher Bell Continues Dirt Racing Roots
Despite his status as a championship contender in NASCAR’s premier division, Bell maintains deep roots in open-wheel dirt racing, where he won the 2013 USAC National Midget championship and numerous World of Outlaws events. According to interviews with motorsport publications, Bell views sprint car racing as a vital tool for maintaining racecraft and reflexes during the demanding stock car season.
Kreitz Racing, historically anchored by veteran mechanic Don Kreitz Jr. and team manager Davey Brown, brings decades of setup expertise to the collaboration. The team’s meticulous preparation combined with Bell’s aggressive driving style makes the 69K entry an immediate threat whenever it unloads in the pit area.
What Lies Ahead for the 69K Team
As the 2026 racing season approaches, logistics and crew preparation are already underway in Pennsylvania. Race fans across Iowa, the Pacific Northwest, and Canadian provinces can expect heightened ticket demand and packed grandstands whenever the Kreitz Racing transporter rolls into town. According to team releases, an exact race-by-race dates list will be finalized closer to the spring green flag, depending on weather and sanctioning body updates.
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