On This Day in NASCAR
March 31
5
Total Races
5
Cup Races
0
O'Reilly Races
0
Truck Races
March 31 has been a memorable date on the NASCAR calendar, with 5 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 | Toyota Owners 400 Toyota Owners 400 | Denny Hamlin | Cup |
2010s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | O'Reilly Auto Parts 500 O'Reilly Auto Parts 500 | Denny Hamlin | Cup |
1990s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Food City 500 Food City 500 | Jeff Gordon | Cup |
1960s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | Southeastern 500 Southeastern 500 | Fireball Roberts | Cup |
1950s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | 100 Miles at Asheville-Weaverville Speedway 100 Miles at Asheville-Weaverville Speedway | Buck Baker | Cup |
Frequently Asked Questions
What NASCAR races happened on March 31?
There have been 5 NASCAR races held on March 31 across Cup (5), O'Reilly (0), and Trucks (0) series, from 1957 to 2024.
How many NASCAR races have been held on March 31?
5 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.