when is the daytona truck race
The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Daytona in 2026 – the Fresh From Florida 250 – is scheduled for Friday, February 13, 2026 , with a planned start time of 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time at Daytona International Speedway.
Quick Scoop: When is the Daytona Truck Race?
If you’re looking specifically for the Daytona NASCAR Truck Series race , here’s the key info:
- Race name: Fresh From Florida 250
- Series: NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series
- Track: Daytona International Speedway, Daytona Beach, Florida
- Date (2026): Friday, February 13, 2026
- Approx. start time: 7:30 p.m. ET
- TV/broadcast: FS1 is listed as the broadcaster for the Daytona Truck opener.
In recent years, the Truck race has traditionally kicked off NASCAR’s Daytona Speedweeks on the Friday night before the Daytona 500, and the 2026 schedule continues that pattern.
Mini Timeline Around Daytona Week 2026
To place the truck race in the broader Daytona week:
- Thursday, Feb 12, 2026 – Cup Series Duel qualifying races at Daytona (evening).
- Friday, Feb 13, 2026 – Fresh From Florida 250 (Truck Series night race at Daytona).
- Sunday, Feb 15, 2026 – Daytona 500 main event (Cup Series).
This means if you’re planning a trip, being in town from Thursday night through Sunday would cover the Truck race, the atmosphere of the Duels, and the 500.
Quick FAQ
- Q: Is “Daytona truck race” the same as the Daytona 500?
A: No. The Daytona 500 is a Cup Series race on Sunday; the Daytona truck race is the Craftsman Truck Series event on Friday night (Fresh From Florida 250).
- Q: Is this the first race of the Truck season?
A: Yes, the Fresh From Florida 250 at Daytona is listed as Race 1 of the 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series schedule.
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