Year-Round Daytona Beach Events
Whether you love racing, outdoor music, festivals, family-friendly activities, or exploring history, there is something for everyone in Daytona Beach. Check out our favorite local events in the area to help you choose when to visit.
Special Fall & Winter Events
Capture the spirit of Daytona’s Barrier Island and enjoy these exciting events while enjoying our beachfront hotel, with boundless on- and off-property activities for the whole family, plus fun events all over town!
- Oct. 10: Elton John Tribute Band – Outdoor Event – Daytona Beach Band Shell
- Oct. 15-18: Biketoberfest County-wide – Many Activities, Restaurants & Bars are Open
- Nov. 6: Movies on the Halifax – Family-friendly, Bring a Chair/Towel – Ormond Beach
- Nov. 14-15: Outdoor Art Festival – Brushes, Bites & Blues at One Daytona – Daytona Beach
- Nov. 26-29: Daytona Turkey Run – 47th Classic Car Show – Daytona International Speedway
- Dec. 4-6: Challenge Daytona Triathlon Festival for Adults/Kids – Daytona Intl. Speedway
- Dec. 9: Menopause – the Musical–Join Our Sisterhood! Peabody Auditorium – Daytona Beach
- Jan. 22: 1964 Tribute–The Best Beatles Tribute on Earth–Peabody Auditorium – Daytona Bch.
- Jan. 30-31: Rolex 24 – 59th Anniversary of the Rolex 24 – Daytona International Speedway
- Feb. 9-11: Bush Clash, Daytona 500 Qualifying, Bluegreen Duel – Daytona Intl. Speedway
- Feb. 12: NextEra Energy 250/NextEra Energy 250/NASCAR Gander RV & Outdoors Truck Series
- Feb. 14: The Great American Race – the “64th Daytona 500” – Daytona International Speedway
IMSA Weathertech Sportscar Championship Returns to Daytona in 2020
A summer classic at the iconic track for many years, the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship will make its historic return to Daytona this Independence Day. The championship on the 3.56-mile high-banked tri-oval/infield road course is set to take the green flag at 6:05 pm ET. Guests will not be permitted, but the race will be broadcast on live television by NBCSN.
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Climb to the Moon Ponce Inlet Lighthouse Ponce Inlet Lighthouse
Once a lunar month, climb Florida’s tallest lighthouse as the sun sets. Marvel at panoramic views of the beach, Atlantic Ocean, Ponce Inlet, and the Florida coast before joining the keeper on a historical tour.
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Race Week Daytona International Speedway
One of Daytona Beach’s most famous events occurs during Race Week every February. Watch as stock cars speed around the track in the Daytona 500. Race Week draws crowds from all over the world, so be sure to book your room early!
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Daytona Bike Week Daytona Beach
Over 500,000 motorcycle lovers travel from all over the world to take part in the world’s largest motorcycle event. Festivities include festivals, concerts, races, bike shows, and more during this 10-day event.
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Coke Zero 400 Daytona International Speedway
Experience the year's second NASCAR cup series event in Daytona Beach. This family-friendly event takes place during the summer. Sit back, watch exciting races, and enjoy one of the biggest fireworks displays in the southeast.
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Biketoberfest Daytona Beach
Join over 100,000 motorcycle enthusiasts at this annual event for live music, professional motorcycle racing at the Daytona International Speedway, and themed festivals.
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Daytona Turkey Run Daytona International Speedway
The Daytona International Speedway offers one of the best swap meets and car shows you’ll see. Browse handmade crafts, view over 5,000 classic cars, and even purchase your own.
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Daytona Kart Week
The karts roar to life on three different venues at Daytona International Speedway for the latest edition of Daytona KartWeek! See the Road Race Series tackle the high banks of Daytona, the Mfg Cup Series take to the challenging Infield Sprint Track, and the very best in Dirt Track Racing sling dirt on the Daytona Flat Track!
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Daytona Beach Half Marathon Daytona Beach
Take part in two days of events in one of the most scenic half-marathons in America as you race from the speedway to the beach and back on a course dotted with classic cars.
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Rolex 24 at Daytona Daytona International Speedway
Taking place towards the end of January every year, the Rolex 24 at Daytona is a 24-hour endurance race that kicks off the new IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship season at Daytona International Speedway.
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