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Daytona 500
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The Daytona 500 is considered to be the most prestigious and important race on the NASCAR schedule. The race is held annually at Daytona Beach, Florida's Daytona International Speedway. The race typically attracts a live television viewing audience that is among the top 10 events worldwide every year with over 20 million viewers. The race is staged in mid-February usually providing for ideal weather conditions. NASCAR drivers hoping to prevail in the season long cup series need to get off to a great start at Daytona and every NASCAR team points to this race since it is the kick-off event. 43 of the best stock car drivers in the world qualify to participate in this “The Great American Race”.
NASCAR enthusiasts who dream of track side excitement would be wise to include a trip to Daytona Beach to witness the running of this exciting race and take in all that the Daytona International Speedway has to offer. Speedweeks at the racetrack begins nearly 2 weeks before the actual race and includes viewing opportunities for other important races, qualifying for the Daytona 500 and practice sessions.
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