Daytona International Speedway — Events, Tours & Race Calendar
Daytona International Speedway is a cathedral of motorsports — the 2.5-mile tri-oval track where the Daytona 500 has been run since 1959.
The Daytona 500
The ‘Great American Race’ — NASCAR’s biggest event, held every February to kick off the season. 101,500-seat grandstand, infield events, and the most prestigious checkered flag in stock car racing. Tickets range from $50 for qualifying to $200+ for race day. Speedweeks (the week leading up to the 500) has practice, qualifying, the Duels, and the Xfinity race.
Tours
Speedway tours run daily when events aren’t scheduled ($25-35). Walk through the garages, stand on pit road, and ride the high-banked turns. The DAYTONA 500 Experience is an interactive motorsports museum with simulator rides and a display of winning cars.
Other Events
Coke Zero Sugar 400 (August), Rolex 24 at Daytona (January — 24-hour sports car endurance race), Bike Week concerts and events (March), Biketoberfest (October). The Speedway hosts concerts, motorcycle rallies, and other events year-round.
Practical Tips
Bring ear protection for races — it’s genuinely loud. Coolers are allowed (with restrictions). Parking is free for most events but fills early. The infield has a lake, concert stage, and fan zone. Sunscreen is essential — there’s no shade in the grandstands.