RUN DAYTONA 15K - 10K - 5K Racing Weekend

Join us for the 6th Annual RUN DAYTONA 15K - 10K - 5K Racing Weekend: September 12th - 13th, 2026

Race Overview

• Location: RUN DAYTONA 15K, 10K & 5K courses are on Daytona International Speedway property.
• Track Experience: Each race participant will have the opportunity to run 1 lap on the track during each distance event.
• Speedway Views: Enjoy the amazing Speedway views and energy of running inside the "World Center of Racing."
• Double Dare Options: Participate in the "Double Dare" or "Triple Dare" for two or more distance events in the same weekend.

Team Participation

• Start or Join a TEAM: Show your spirit.
• Parking: All parking for participants and spectators is located in the ONE DAYTONA shopping complex.
• Parking Instructions: Will be sent to participants via email prior to the event weekend.

Planning Your Trip

• Hotel Partner: Stay at The Daytona, Autograph Collection Hotel at ONE DAYTONA. Event Reservation Discount Link
• Fairfield Inn & Suites: Located at ONE DAYTONA, also within walking distance to Start/Finish Line. Event Reservation Discount Link
• Additional Hotels: More information can be found at www.daytonabeach.com/places-to-stay/
• Official Race Partner: The Running Elements located at ONE DAYTONA. www.therunningelements.com

Local Attractions

• Daytona International Speedway Tours: Tour Link
• NASCAR Racing Experience: Add to your racing weekend with a high-speed ride around the Daytona International Speedway. https://www.nascarracingexperience.com
• Daytona Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau: www.daytonabeach.com
• ONE DAYTONA: Features a retail, dining and entertainment district, recognized for living, working, staying, and playing.

Race Details

• Saturday, Sept 12th: 10K Race Start at 6:15 am, Evening 5K Race Start 6:30 pm.
• Sunday, Sept 13th: 15K Race Start at 6:15 am, 5K Race Start at 6:30 am.
• Weather Policy: This is a rain or shine event: race decisions will be made closer to start time.
• Time Requirements: 5K: 75 mins, 10K: 1hr 45 mins, 15K must pass the 5-mile mark by 8 am and route closes at 9 am.

Awards and Race Swag

• AGE GROUP AWARDS: 5K - 10K - 15K will each have awards presentation for various age groups.
• Race Swag for 1 Race: Includes Race Shirt, Custom Race Bib, Professional Photography, and Finisher Medal.
• DOUBLE DARE Registered: 1 Race Shirt, 2 Custom Race Bibs, 2 Finisher Medals, and "Double Dare" Medal.
• TRIPLE DARE Registered: 1 Race Shirt, 3 Custom Race Bibs, 3 Finisher Medals, and "Triple Dare" Medal.

Participant Guidelines

• Access: Only registered participants are allowed inside the Daytona International Speedway and all route areas.
• Lightning Plan: All guests must seek shelter or wait in their vehicles if inclement weather is within 15 miles.
• Race Cancellation Procedure: If a race needs to be canceled, participants might be automatically placed into another race.
• No Refunds: No refunds will be provided for any race.

More Information

For further details, visit our official race webpage: RUN DAYTONA Racing Weekend.