On This Day in NASCAR
June 2
11
Total Races
8
Cup Races
2
O'Reilly Races
1
Truck Races
June 2 has been a memorable date on the NASCAR calendar, with 11 races held across all three national series from 1961 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 | Enjoy Illinois 300 Enjoy Illinois 300 | Austin Cindric | Cup |
2010s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Pocono 400 Pocono 400 | Kyle Busch | Cup |
| 2018 | NASCAR XFINITY SERIES AT POCONO NASCAR XFINITY SERIES AT POCONO | Kyle Busch | NXS |
| 2017 | Bar Harbor 200 presented by Sea Watch International Bar Harbor 200 presented by Sea Watch International | Johnny Sauter | CWT |
| 2013 | NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at Dover NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at Dover | Tony Stewart | Cup |
| 2012 | NASCAR Nationwide Series at Dover NASCAR Nationwide Series at Dover | Joey Logano | NXS |
2000s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | MBNA Platinum 400 MBNA Platinum 400 | Jimmie Johnson | Cup |
1990s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Miller 500 Miller 500 | Jeff Gordon | Cup |
1960s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | Asheville 300 Asheville 300 | Jim Paschal | Cup |
| 1963 | World 600 World 600 | Fred Lorenzen | Cup |
| 1961 | 100 Miles at Piedmont Interstate Fairgrounds 100 Miles at Piedmont Interstate Fairgrounds | Jim Paschal | Cup |
Frequently Asked Questions
What NASCAR races happened on June 2?
There have been 11 NASCAR races held on June 2 across Cup (8), O'Reilly (2), and Trucks (1) series, from 1961 to 2024.
How many NASCAR races have been held on June 2?
11 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.