On This Day in NASCAR
August 5
11
Total Races
9
Cup Races
2
O'Reilly Races
0
Truck Races
August 5 has been a memorable date on the NASCAR calendar, with 11 races held across all three national series from 1955 to 2023. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | NASCAR Xfinity Series at Michigan NASCAR Xfinity Series at Michigan | John Hunter Nemechek | NXS |
2010s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Go Bowling at The Glen Go Bowling at The Glen | Chase Elliott | Cup |
| 2017 | NASCAR XFINITY SERIES AT WATKINS GLEN NASCAR XFINITY SERIES AT WATKINS GLEN | Kyle Busch | NXS |
| 2012 | NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at Pocono NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at Pocono | Jeff Gordon | Cup |
2000s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series at Pocono pres. by Rush Hour 3 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series at Pocono pres. by Rush Hour 3 | Kurt Busch | Cup |
| 2001 | Brickyard 400 Brickyard 400 | Jeff Gordon | Cup |
| 2000 | Brickyard 400 Brickyard 400 | Bobby Labonte | Cup |
1990s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Brickyard 400 Brickyard 400 | Dale Earnhardt | Cup |
1960s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | 100 Miles at Cleveland County Fairgrounds 100 Miles at Cleveland County Fairgrounds | Ned Jarrett | Cup |
| 1962 | Nasvhille 500 Nasvhille 500 | Jim Paschal | Cup |
1950s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1955 | 100 Miles at Southern States Fairgrounds 100 Miles at Southern States Fairgrounds | Jim Paschal | Cup |
Frequently Asked Questions
What NASCAR races happened on August 5?
There have been 11 NASCAR races held on August 5 across Cup (9), O'Reilly (2), and Trucks (0) series, from 1955 to 2023.
How many NASCAR races have been held on August 5?
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.