Daytona 500, NASCAR and Rain
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Volusia and Flagler counties saw between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain on Sunday, Feb. 15. But despite the brief relief, the dry spell will persist.
End your week with a Tom Petty tribute concert, witness a parade of pups in Western gear, or take a guided kayak tour in Flagler Beach this weekend.
The storms could be "disruptive and dangerous," with a Daytona 500 race delay or postponement possible on Sunday.
Daytona Beach set a new record low for the month of February Sunday for the first time in 68 years.
Bert Kreischer’s Full Throttle Festival kicks off this weekend in Daytona Beach ahead of Daytona 500
This weekend, Daytona Beach hosts the inaugural Full Throttle Festival presented by Mando, an all-night celebration of music, comedy, BBQ, and beer curated by comedian Bert Kreischer as the ultimate pre-party for the 2026 Daytona 500.
This year's race marks the 25th anniversary of the death of NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt Sr., who died in a crash on the last lap in 2001. He has one Daytona 500 win, but he still holds the all-time record for total victories at Daytona International Speedway with 34.
Enjoy live entertainment, crafts and cannoli at the annual Italian Festival or try swamp cabbage at the Barberville Pioneer Settlement this weekend.
One thing that makes Daytona Beach special is the fact that just about anything can happen there on any day. It can get kind of wild in Volusia County, especially around big events. And it’s Daytona 500 weekend which means you are going to see things you might not see anywhere else in the world.