10/14/26
At Dover Motor Speedway, racing never stops. After NASCAR's season ends, a temporary bridge connects the oval to Bally’s Dover harness track, ushering in a prestigious harness racing season. This dual tradition highlights the track's unique year-round racing culture, with NASCAR set to return in May 2027.
10/06/26
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series race at Dover Motor Speedway was a thrilling 350-lap event featuring 23 lead changes among nine drivers and eight cautions, including fiery crashes. Denny Hamlin won by less than a second, marking his third straight Dover victory. The 2027 race returns on May 16 with points on the line and ticket discounts for kids.
09/23/26
On Sept. 23, 2001, just 12 days after the 9/11 attacks, 135,000 fans gathered at Dover Motor Speedway for NASCAR's first Cup Series race post-tragedy. The event was marked by heightened security, patriotic displays, and an emotional win by Dale Earnhardt Jr., symbolizing unity and resilience amid uncertain times.
09/10/26
Dover Motor Speedway and Blood Bank of Delmarva honor the 25th anniversary of 9/11 with the 21st annual Memorial Blood Drive on Sept. 11, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Donors can save lives and drive their vehicles on the track. Pre-registration is encouraged; walk-ins welcome as space allows.