On This Day in NASCAR
March 3
10
Total Races
7
Cup Races
2
O'Reilly Races
1
Truck Races
March 3 has been a memorable date on the NASCAR calendar, with 10 races held across all three national series from 1957 to 2024. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Pennzoil 400 Pennzoil 400 | Kyle Larson | Cup |
| 2023 | NASCAR Truck Series at Las Vegas NASCAR Truck Series at Las Vegas | Kyle Busch | CWT |
2010s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Pennzoil 400 presented by Jiffy Lube Pennzoil 400 presented by Jiffy Lube | Joey Logano | Cup |
| 2018 | NASCAR XFINITY SERIES AT LAS VEGAS NASCAR XFINITY SERIES AT LAS VEGAS | Kyle Larson | NXS |
| 2013 | NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at Phoenix NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at Phoenix | Carl Edwards | Cup |
| 2012 | NASCAR Nationwide Series at Phoenix NASCAR Nationwide Series at Phoenix | Elliott Sadler | NXS |
2000s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | UAW-Daimler Chrysler 400 UAW-Daimler Chrysler 400 | Sterling Marlin | Cup |
1990s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Pontiac Excitement 400 Pontiac Excitement 400 | Jeff Gordon | Cup |
1960s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | 100 Miles at Asheville-Weaverville Speedway 100 Miles at Asheville-Weaverville Speedway | Richard Petty | Cup |
1950s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | 100 Miles at Concord Speedway 100 Miles at Concord Speedway | Jack Smith | Cup |
Frequently Asked Questions
What NASCAR races happened on March 3?
There have been 10 NASCAR races held on March 3 across Cup (7), O'Reilly (2), and Trucks (1) series, from 1957 to 2024.
How many NASCAR races have been held on March 3?
10 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.