FORT WORTH, Texas (March 23, 2026) – The thunder of NASCAR engines will echo across Texas Motor Speedway during the May 1–3 WÜRTH 400 presented by LIQUI MOLY race weekend, but just outside the track gates another kind of roar will grab fans’ attention – the playful bark of sea lions ready to steal the show. 

Headlining the Fan Zone entertainment lineup is the crowd-favorite Sea Lion Splash show, where these whiskered performers wow fans with balancing acts, basketball shots, dancing routines and plenty of personality. Equal parts athleticism and comedy, the show delivers a fun, family-friendly spectacle that has become a fan favorite wherever it travels.

The sea lions might be the most unexpected stars of the NASCAR weekend, but they won’t be the only ones entertaining the crowd. Throughout the weekend, the Lone Star Sideshows will feature a lively mix of roaming performers and interactive entertainment, creating a festival-style atmosphere between races each day. The Fan Zone, located just outside gates two through seven, is free for all attending race fans.

The lineup of high-energy performers and roaming entertainers includes:

  • KARDENNI the Magician:Think you’ve seen every trick in the book? KARDENNI is ready to prove otherwise. This high-energy magician blends sleight-of-hand wizardry, interactive comedy and mind-bending illusions that leave crowds laughing, guessing and wondering how he did it. A favorite on stages from theme parks to festivals, KARDENNI brings a little mystery – and a lot of fun – to the Fan Zone acts.
  • Jason D’Vaude, The Circus Man:Part stuntman, part comedian and all entertainer, Jason D’Vaude brings a modern circus spectacle to the Fan Zone. His fast-paced act mixes daring balance tricks, juggling mastery, fire artistry and “laugh-out-loud” comedy into a performance that keeps fans glued to the action from start to finish.
  • Funkanometry:Precision, rhythm and serious swagger. The fan-favorite viral dance duo Funkanometry returns to TMS to dazzle fans with their signature blend of hip hop, popping and robotic-style choreography that has earned millions of views online and a memorable run on “America’s Got Talent.” Expect slick moves, perfect timing and routines that continue to impress.
  • AmirrorCAN MEN:These roaming performers in dazzling red, white and blue mirrored suits reflect everything around them, creating a walking patriotic show across the Fan Zone. Equal parts art installation and crowd favorite, the glimmering trio turns every stroll through the midway into a moment worth capturing with a selfie.
  • Animal Stilt Walkers:Towering above the crowd, these larger-than-life performers bring the wild side of entertainment to the Lone Star Sideshows. Dressed as safari favorites like giraffes, zebras and lions, the colorful stilt walkers roam the Fan Zone greeting fans, posing for photos and adding a playful, high-flying energy to the weekend atmosphere.
  • Cracker Barrel Trackside Live Stage: The stage will come alive throughout the weekend with driver appearances from all three NASCAR national series. Check out the latest from some of the biggest NASCAR names as they stop by for entertaining and informative on-stage Q&A sessions.

Of course, the ultimate performers will take center stage on the track during the action-packed NASCAR weekend at Texas Motor Speedway. The NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series SpeedyCash.com 250 launches the weekend Friday, May 1, at 7 p.m. CT, followed by the Andy’s Frozen Custard 340 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race Saturday, May 2, at 2:30 p.m. CT.

The weekend builds to Sunday’s marquee WÜRTH 400 presented by LIQUI MOLY NASCAR Cup Series race on May 3 at 2:30 p.m. CT, when the sport’s biggest stars battle on the high-speed 1.5-mile Texas Motor Speedway oval.

Visit TexasMotorSpeedway.com for updates on driver appearances and times, additional Fan Zone entertainment and ticket information.