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2026 NASCAR Craftsman Series Fresh From Florida 250

Name: 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Series Fresh From Florida 250
Start: 2026-02-13
End: 2026-02-13
Location: Daytona International Speedway

Daytona Beach, Florida, United States of America2026-02-13

About This Event

Season-opening NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series night race at Daytona International Speedway. The scheduled 100-lap, 250-mile race was extended to 102 laps after an overtime finish.

Expect high-speed pack racing on the 2.5-mile Daytona oval with a 7:30 PM ET scheduled start on February 13, 2026.

What to Expect

Intro paragraph.

What makes it worth the trip:

Season opener for the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series at iconic Daytona International Speedway.
Night race atmosphere with a scheduled 7:30 PM ET start and intense pack racing on the 2.5-mile oval.
Memorable finish: the 2026 running required overtime (102 laps) and was won by Chandler Smith.

Best way to experience it:

Arrive well before the scheduled start to clear security and find seating; use official NASCAR or Daytona International Speedway channels for tickets and parking information. Expect loud, close-quarter racing and bring ear protection and weather-appropriate layers for a night event.

Good to know:

The event address is Daytona International Speedway, 1801 West International Speedway Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL.
Official start time listed at 7:30 PM ET; consult NASCAR or Speedway schedules for any late changes.

Is This Event Right For You?

Great if you want the energy of a season-opening NASCAR Truck Series night race.
Great if you enjoy close-quarters pack racing on superspeedways.
Great if you like visiting Daytona International Speedway during Speedweeks.
Maybe skip if you prefer quieter, seated events or short-duration motorsport formats.

Cost Breakdown

Tickets and official hospitality are sold through NASCAR and Daytona International Speedway; parking and RV/camping options are available through the Speedway. No exact ticket prices are provided here—check the event or venue site for current rates and official fees.