Paved Oval Racing
2027 NASCAR Cup Series Wheatley Vodka Clash at Daytona
Why You Should Go
Cup cars racing for no points on the Daytona oval, eight days before the 500
Format
Two Day Race Weekend
Crowd
Speedweeks opening night crowd
Vibe
Saturday night exhibition under the lights
About This Event
The Clash goes back to the 2.5 mile Daytona oval in 2027, the track where NASCAR's preseason race started in 1979, and its first race there since 2020. It runs on Saturday night under the lights as the opening race of Speedweeks, with the Daytona 500 on the same track eight days later.
1What to Expect
Saturday 13 February is a night race for Cup Series cars on the 2.5 mile trioval, the season opening exhibition before the Daytona 500.
Friday 12 February is qualifying, sold as its own general admission ticket with an up close look at the teams, drivers and race day preparation.
The Hard Rock Bet Fanzone is open to every Clash ticket type.
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The rest of Speedweeks follows: Daytona 500 qualifying Wednesday 17 February, the Duels Thursday 18 February, the Truck Series race Friday 19 February, O'Reilly Auto Parts Series and ARCA races Saturday 20 February and the Daytona 500 Sunday 21 February.
Mid February in Daytona Beach averages a high of about 69°F (21°C) and a low of about 50°F (10°C), with roughly a one in four chance of a wet day.
2Best Way to Experience It
- Both on track days take two tickets: Friday Qualifying (GA) for 12 February and Saturday Reserved for the race seat on 13 February.
- Speedweeks ticket holders can buy discounted Clash grandstand admission, reserved or general admission, by phone on 1-800-PITSHOP.
- The Rolex 24 Lounge is the hospitality option for the Clash, a Speedweeks space with food and drinks. Space is limited.
About the Venue
3Nearby Accommodation
While you're in the area
Experiences near Daytona International Speedway
4Logistics
Getting thereDriving, Public transport, Rideshare and taxis, Best value route, Gates and reentry
Driving
- The speedway is at 1801 W International Speedway Blvd, Daytona Beach.
- Lot 4 is paid parking beside the speedway, with an advance Saturday pass for the Clash sold on Ticketmaster from the event page.
- The speedway lists Lots 7 and 8 as its free parking options, with availability varying by event.
- After the race the speedway routes traffic to I-95, I-4 or the beachside.
Public transport
- Votran, the Volusia County bus service, runs along International Speedway Blvd and changes some routes on Daytona race weekends.
- Clash weekend changes for 2027 are not yet announced by Votran.
Rideshare and taxis
- Uber and Lyft both operate in Daytona Beach.
- The official rideshare pick up and drop off is near Lot 1, on the frontage street by Cracker Barrel on eastbound International Speedway Blvd, with signs along the road.
Best value route
- Without a car, rideshare to the signposted zone by Lot 1 is the most direct way in, since Lot 1 is the closest lot to the speedway.
Gates and reentry
- Ticket holders can leave and come back in by scanning out and back in, and bags are searched each time.
Tickets and entryTickets, Bringing things in, Cash and cards
Tickets
- Saturday Reserved, Friday Qualifying (GA), the Rolex 24 Lounge and the Saturday Lot 4 parking pass are each bought through Ticketmaster from the event page, or by phone on 1-800-PITSHOP (1-800-748-7466).
- 2027 prices are not yet shown on the event page.
Bringing things in
- Up to two bags per person, each no bigger than 18 x 18 x 14 inches, and one soft sided cooler up to 14 x 14 x 14 inches.
- Hard coolers, glass, umbrellas, collapsible chairs, selfie sticks, tripods and drones are not allowed.
- Your own food, drink and alcohol (not in glass), seat cushions without metal, blankets, extra clothing, earplugs and earmuffs are allowed.
Cash and cards
- Concessions and the speedway ticket office are cashless and take major credit cards.
5Frequently Asked Questions
?Does it count for the championship?
No. The Clash is a non points exhibition, and NASCAR has said the 2027 format and who is eligible will be released at a later date.
?Suitable for kids?
Strollers are allowed on the property but not in the seating areas, earplugs and earmuffs are allowed in, and the Hard Rock Bet Fanzone comes with every ticket.
?Camping for Speedweeks?
Premium and Extended Stay infield campers get free general admission to the Clash with their camping wristband. Regular Infield Campers can buy an Extended Stay option to stay through the Clash weekend.
?Need step free access?
Reserved ADA parking is in Lots 1 and 4 and general ADA parking in Lot 6, with an accessible parking placard or plate required. ADA shuttles run from Lots 1 and 4, free golf carts run along the Frontstretch between cart stops, and wheelchair seating can be requested.
Last verified: 19 October 2026Official link: daytonainternationalspeedway.com
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