On This Day in NASCAR
September 21
11
Total Races
9
Cup Races
2
O'Reilly Races
0
Truck Races
September 21 has been a memorable date on the NASCAR calendar, with 11 races held across all three national series from 1952 to 2025. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Mobil 1 301 Mobil 1 301 | Ryan Blaney | Cup |
| 2024 | Bass Pro Shops Night Race Bass Pro Shops Night Race | Kyle Larson | Cup |
2010s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Federated Auto Parts 400 Federated Auto Parts 400 | Martin Truex, Jr. | Cup |
| 2018 | NASCAR XFINITY SERIES AT RICHMOND NASCAR XFINITY SERIES AT RICHMOND | Christopher Bell | NXS |
| 2014 | NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at New Hampshire NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at New Hampshire | Joey Logano | Cup |
| 2013 | NASCAR Nationwide Series at Kentucky NASCAR Nationwide Series at Kentucky | Ryan Blaney | NXS |
2000s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | NSCS at Dover presented by Principal Financial Group NSCS at Dover presented by Principal Financial Group | Greg Biffle | Cup |
| 2003 | MBNA America 400 MBNA America 400 | Ryan Newman | Cup |
1990s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | MBNA 400 MBNA 400 | Mark Martin | Cup |
1950s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | 100 Miles at Cleveland County Fairgrounds 100 Miles at Cleveland County Fairgrounds | Buck Baker | Cup |
| 1952 | 150 Miles at Dayton Speedway 150 Miles at Dayton Speedway | Dick Rathman | Cup |
Frequently Asked Questions
What NASCAR races happened on September 21?
There have been 11 NASCAR races held on September 21 across Cup (9), O'Reilly (2), and Trucks (0) series, from 1952 to 2025.
How many NASCAR races have been held on September 21?
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.