2026 NASCAR Craftsman Series Fresh From Florida 250

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.

• 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.

• 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.