Daytona 500 Countdown
The Daytona 500, 'The Great American Race', opens the NASCAR Cup Series season every February at Daytona International Speedway. Unusually for a sport, NASCAR's biggest, richest race is its first. This countdown targets the expected race day; confirm with NASCAR.
How many days until Daytona 500?
Daytona 500 is on Sunday, February 14, 2027, which is 218 days away. The live countdown above ticks down to the exact moment, to the second.
The Great American Race
First run in 1959, the Daytona 500 is 200 laps around a 2.5-mile superspeedway, 500 miles of high-speed, pack racing. Winning it is the crown jewel of a NASCAR career.
Dates subject to change
The race traditionally runs on the Sunday of Presidents' Day weekend in mid-February. This countdown tracks the expected date, check NASCAR's schedule for confirmation.
Quick facts
- First run in 1959
- 200 laps, 500 miles at Daytona International Speedway
- NASCAR's season-opening crown jewel
- Held in mid-February
Daytona 500 — frequently asked questions
When is Daytona 500?
Daytona 500 is on Sunday, February 14, 2027.
How many days until Daytona 500?
Daytona 500 is on Sunday, February 14, 2027, which is 218 days away. The live countdown above ticks down to the exact moment, to the second.
Fact-checked & updated July 2026 · alarm-clock.org