Daytona 500: NASCAR 2026 race date, start time, TV, tickets and all-time winners list

At the time of writing there are now just 53 days to go until the Daytona 500 takes center stage in the NASCAR world.

The 2026 running of this iconic race - first held in 1959 - will have the stock car racing fanbase frothing come February 15 when the current day Cup Series superstars battle for a place in history.

A big portion of America will stop in its tracks to take in the action as William Byron bids for an incredible threepeat following his victories in 2024 and 2025.

Byron will again take on NASCAR’s finest in a 500-mile test around the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida, although many of his rivals will fancy their chances of stopping his triple success.

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When is the 2026 Daytona 500?

The race takes place on Sunday February 15 at Daytona International Speedway, with a start time of 2.30pm Eastern (11.30am Pacific, 1.30pm Central).

How to watch the Daytona 500 on TV

As a NASCAR crown jewel, this race will get maximum exposure on TV and FOX will have the call again in 2026.

Ticket prices, and how to buy them

Ticket prices for Sunday admission are currently trading between $170 and $476 and you can buy them on Ticketmaster.

Who is favorite to win the Daytona 500 in 2026?

The latest moneyline odds suggest a wide open race - no surprises there. Ryan Blaney is the current favorite at +1000, just ahead of Joey Logano at +1100.

Daytona 500 - All-time list of winners

The great race started in 1959, and here are all the winners so far:

Who has the most Daytona 500 wins?

NASCAR Hall of Famer Richard Petty stands alone here, with a total of seven victories in Florida. Cale Yarborough is next with four wins.

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