DAYTONA Speedweeks 2026

The next Daytona 500 takes place on February 11, 2026, beginning at 2:30 p.m. 

Speedweeks at Daytona International Speedway 2026 includes the Daytona 500 and many other vehicle racing events. Thousands of race enthusiasts come out to enjoy this annual event celebrating racing.

Speedweek Events from 2025

These will be updated closer to the 2026 Daytona 500.

February 12, 2025, 8:15 p.m. — Daytona 500 Qualifying: This is the infamous battle for pole position at the Daytona 500.

February 13, 2025, 7:00 p.m. — Duel at Daytona: Two 150-mile qualifying racers to set the 3rd through 40th positions at the Daytona 500.

February 14, 2025, 7:30 p.m. — Fresh from Florida: NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series

February 15, 2025, 5:00 p.m. — A double-header: NASCAR XFINITY SERIES RACE and ARCA Menards Series

February 16, 2025, 2:30 p.m. — Daytona 500: Since 1959, it's proven that year after year, lap after lap, this is the race that creates more memories, more hall-of-fame moments, and more believers in the power of racing dreams than any other.

Admission: For tickets and more information about the 2025 event, go here.

When: The Daytona 500 is on February 15, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. Lead-up events will be posted as information becomes available.

Where: Daytona International Speedway located at 1801 W. International Speedway Blvd. Daytona Beach, Florida 32114.

Purchase tickets for Speedweeks at Daytona International Speedway. Call 800-748-7467 for more information.

Staying in St. Augustine

Stay in St. Augustine before, during, or after the Daytona 500. Check out our places to stay, attractions, restaurants and pubs, events calendar, and live music calendar.