On This Day in NASCAR
May 8
6
Total Races
4
Cup Races
1
O'Reilly Races
1
Truck Races
May 8 has been a memorable date on the NASCAR calendar, with 6 races held across all three national series from 1955 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 | NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Race at Watkins Glen NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Race at Watkins Glen | Kaden Honeycutt | CWT |
| 2022 | Goodyear 400 Goodyear 400 | Joey Logano | Cup |
| 2021 | NASCAR Xfinity Series at Darlington NASCAR Xfinity Series at Darlington | Justin Allgaier | NXS |
2010s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at Darlington NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at Darlington | Denny Hamlin | Cup |
1960s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | Rebel 300 Rebel 300 | Junior Johnson | Cup |
1950s
Frequently Asked Questions
What NASCAR races happened on May 8?
There have been 6 NASCAR races held on May 8 across Cup (4), O'Reilly (1), and Trucks (1) series, from 1955 to 2026.
How many NASCAR races have been held on May 8?
6 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.