On This Day in NASCAR
February 28
8
Total Races
5
Cup Races
2
O'Reilly Races
1
Truck Races
February 28 has been a memorable date on the NASCAR calendar, with 8 races held across all three national series from 1960 to 2026. From the roar of engines at legendary tracks to the battle for championships, this date has seen its share of drama. Browse the full history below, or check out all race results for deeper dives into each season.
2020s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Focused Health 250 Focused Health 250 | Shane van Gisbergen | NXS |
| 2026 | OnlyBulls Green Flag 150 OnlyBulls Green Flag 150 | Layne Riggs | CWT |
| 2021 | Dixie Vodka 400 Dixie Vodka 400 | William Byron | Cup |
2010s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | NASCAR SPRINT CUP SERIES AT ATLANTA NASCAR SPRINT CUP SERIES AT ATLANTA | Jimmie Johnson | Cup |
| 2015 | NASCAR XFINITY SERIES AT ATLANTA NASCAR XFINITY SERIES AT ATLANTA | Kevin Harvick | NXS |
| 2010 | NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at Las Vegas NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at Las Vegas | Jimmie Johnson | Cup |
1960s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | Fireball 200 Fireball 200 | Ned Jarrett | Cup |
| 1960 | 100 Miles at Southern States Fairgrounds 100 Miles at Southern States Fairgrounds | Richard Petty | Cup |
Frequently Asked Questions
What NASCAR races happened on February 28?
There have been 8 NASCAR races held on February 28 across Cup (5), O'Reilly (2), and Trucks (1) series, from 1960 to 2026.
How many NASCAR races have been held on February 28?
8 total NASCAR races have been held on this calendar date across all three national series.
Which NASCAR series are included on this page?
This page includes races from all three NASCAR national series: the Cup Series, the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series (formerly Xfinity/Busch), and the Craftsman Truck Series.