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2027 Daytona 500 Countdown
Sun, February 21, 2027 at 2:30 PM EST
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The Daytona 500 serves as the 200-lap marquee race opening the Cup Series points schedule during Speedweeks. The event features a variety of attendance options, ranging from single-day grandstand admissions to multi-day ticket packages that encompass supporting fixtures like the Duel races, the Craftsman Truck Series event, and an O'Reilly Auto Parts and ARCA Menards Series doubleheader. Interactive options at the track include pre-race fan zone passes, driver introductions, start/finish line access, and scanner rentals.
Details
- Venue
- Daytona International Speedway
- League / Organizer
- NASCAR
Release information
FOX Sports holds the broadcast coverage rights for the race as part of its opening stretch of the Cup Series season. Specific network channel assignments and start times will be released closer to the event.
Frequently asked questions
- When does 2027 Daytona 500 start?
- 2027 Daytona 500 starts on Sun, February 21, 2027 at 2:30 PM EST.
- Which supporting events are included in multi-day tickets?
- Multi-day ticket packages cover preceding Speedweeks fixtures, including the Duel qualifying races, the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, and the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts and ARCA Menards Series doubleheader.
- What broadcast partner is carrying the event?
- FOX Sports will broadcast the race along with earlier Speedweeks events, including the Wheatley Vodka Clash and the Duel at Daytona.
- Where is 2027 Daytona 500 held?
- 2027 Daytona 500 takes place at Daytona International Speedway.
- What time does 2027 Daytona 500 release in my timezone?
- The countdown on this page converts 2027 Daytona 500 to your local time automatically, so the clock always reflects your own timezone.
Last updated: 9/4/2026
