On This Day in NASCAR
August 21
12
Total Races
8
Cup Races
2
O'Reilly Races
2
Truck Races
August 21 has been a memorable date on the NASCAR calendar, with 12 races held across all three national series from 1959 to 2022. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Go Bowling at The Glen Go Bowling at The Glen | Kyle Larson | Cup |
| 2021 | NASCAR Xfinity Series at Michigan NASCAR Xfinity Series at Michigan | A.J. Allmendinger | NXS |
| 2020 | NASCAR GANDER RV & OUTDOORS TRUCK SERIES AT DOVER NASCAR GANDER RV & OUTDOORS TRUCK SERIES AT DOVER | Zane Smith | CWT |
2010s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | NASCAR XFINITY SERIES AT BRISTOL NASCAR XFINITY SERIES AT BRISTOL | Kyle Busch | NXS |
| 2014 | UNOH 200 UNOH 200 | Brad Keselowski | CWT |
| 2011 | NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at Michigan NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at Michigan | Kyle Busch | Cup |
| 2010 | NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at Bristol NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at Bristol | Kyle Busch | Cup |
2000s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | GFS Marketplace 400 GFS Marketplace 400 | Jeremy Mayfield | Cup |
1960s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | Western North Carolina 500 Western North Carolina 500 | Darel Dieringer | Cup |
| 1964 | Sandlapper 200 Sandlapper 200 | David Pearson | Cup |
| 1962 | 100 Miles at Piedmont Interstate Fairgrounds 100 Miles at Piedmont Interstate Fairgrounds | Richard Petty | Cup |
1950s
Frequently Asked Questions
What NASCAR races happened on August 21?
There have been 12 NASCAR races held on August 21 across Cup (8), O'Reilly (2), and Trucks (2) series, from 1959 to 2022.
How many NASCAR races have been held on August 21?
12 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.