On This Day in NASCAR
October 28
11
Total Races
9
Cup Races
1
O'Reilly Races
1
Truck Races
October 28 has been a memorable date on the NASCAR calendar, with 11 races held across all three national series from 1951 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 Martinsville NASCAR Xfinity Series at Martinsville | Justin Allgaier | NXS |
2010s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | First Data 500 First Data 500 | Joey Logano | Cup |
| 2017 | Texas Roadhouse 200 presented by Alpha Energy Solutions Texas Roadhouse 200 presented by Alpha Energy Solutions | Noah Gragson | CWT |
| 2012 | NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at Martinsville NASCAR Sprint Cup Series at Martinsville | Jimmie Johnson | Cup |
2000s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series at Atlanta NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series at Atlanta | Jimmie Johnson | Cup |
| 2003 | Bass Pro Shops MBNA 500 Bass Pro Shops MBNA 500 | Jeff Gordon | Cup |
| 2001 | Checker Auto Parts 500 Presented by Pennzoil Checker Auto Parts 500 Presented by Pennzoil | Jeff Burton | Cup |
1960s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | Dixie 400 Dixie 400 | Rex White | Cup |
| 1961 | 100 Miles at Greenville-Pickens Speedway 100 Miles at Greenville-Pickens Speedway | Junior Johnson | Cup |
1950s
| Year | Race | Winner | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | Old Dominion 400 Old Dominion 400 | Jack Smith | Cup |
| 1951 | 280 Miles at Marchbanks Speedway 280 Miles at Marchbanks Speedway | Danny Weinberg | Cup |
Frequently Asked Questions
What NASCAR races happened on October 28?
There have been 11 NASCAR races held on October 28 across Cup (9), O'Reilly (1), and Trucks (1) series, from 1951 to 2023.
How many NASCAR races have been held on October 28?
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.