The 65th Rolex 24 At DAYTONA is scheduled for January 28–31, 2027. For a first 24-hour race weekend, think of Daytona as two experiences in one: the sweeping frontstretch grandstands give you the scale of the entire circuit, while the infield brings you close to garages, braking zones and the round-the-clock campground energy. The key is buying for the amount of time—and walking—you truly want to do.
Choose the ticket that matches your weekend
- 4-Day Admission (Thursday–Sunday): This is the easy pick for fans who want practice, support races, the autograph-session atmosphere and time to explore before the Rolex 24’s Saturday-to-Sunday run. Daytona says its multi-day Rolex 24 admission also includes access to the Roar Before the Rolex 24, January 22–24, the pre-race test weekend. It is the most flexible choice for a first-timer who wants to learn the layout in daylight before returning at night.
- 2-Day Admission (Saturday–Sunday): Choose this if the main event is your priority: race start, sunset, night running, sunrise and the finish. It is the more focused option for travelers who cannot spend four days at the track.
- Single-day or premium options: Daytona’s current event listings also reference single-day and premium passes, while hospitality products can add climate-controlled space, food and drinks, reserved viewing and parking benefits. The Rolex 24 Lounge, for example, lists indoor and outdoor seating, food and beverage service, parking and a private entry. Compare inclusions carefully rather than assuming every premium product includes the same access.
Ticket inventory and pricing can move quickly, and the Speedway’s online sales flow may display different options as the event approaches. Before purchasing Rolex 24 admission, confirm the exact days, garage/Fanzone access and any parking add-on in your cart.
Pick an infield camping area by your race style
As of this guide’s update, Daytona says 2027 Rolex 24 camping inventory is reserved and directs late planners to its waitlist. That makes it worth choosing strategically if a site opens.
- Orange Campgrounds: Best for tent campers, car campers, pop-ups and travelers who want the classic social infield scene. It sits inside Turns 3 and 4 and has showers, restrooms and an infield shuttle. Important 2027 change: Orange car camping is becoming reserved, with sites expected to be about 10 by 35 feet; pre-staking is prohibited.
- Yellow or Yellow Premium RV: Best for RV travelers who want high-bank action near Turns 1 and 2. Yellow Premium adds power hookups and limited water hookups; standard Yellow lists showers, restrooms, shuttle service and paid pump-out/propane services.
- Red or Red Premium RV: A central infield choice for campers who value proximity to the weekend’s activity. Red Premium includes power and water hookups, plus the same practical shower, restroom and shuttle basics.
- The Shores at Lake Lloyd: The comfort-forward RV option for guests who value waterfront surroundings, controlled access and hook-ups. It is between Turns 2 and 3, with a walking path and views toward Lake Lloyd and the Superstretch.
- Park West RV: An outside-the-track alternative near Turns 1 and 2 for self-contained RVs, trailers and motorcoaches. It has an infield shuttle but does not allow tent camping.
Every camper needs valid admission, a ticket or credential to access Speedway property, and vehicles are searched on entry. Review Daytona’s camping policies before packing—especially the overnight quiet period, vehicle rules and limitations on tents within RV areas. A compact portable charger and high-fidelity earplugs are genuinely useful for a long infield day and a louder nighttime stint.
Gate entry: make the first hour easy
Park first, then use the gate nearest your grandstand section: Sunoco serves sections 108–121, Toyota 122–135, Axalta 136–156, Chevrolet 157–170 and AdventHealth 171–184, with corresponding upper levels. Have your ticket ready and bags open for inspection. Daytona permits outside food and beverages, allows re-entry with a valid ticket or credential, and currently limits guests to two bags; permitted bag and cooler dimensions are listed in the official fan guide. Check it again just before departure because entry rules can change.
For the infield, use the Turn 1 tunnel via Gate 40 on Williamson Boulevard, or the Turn 4 tunnel when it is open during event hours. Infield or camping admission is required. If you are parking off-site, allow time for the walk or shuttle and consult Daytona’s current parking page rather than relying on an older map.
Best first-timer viewing plan
Start in the frontstretch grandstands for the fullest view of the road course, pit lane and start/finish. Then make a deliberate infield loop: the International Horseshoe is a natural passing-and-braking stop; the West Horseshoe rewards watching cars rotate through the apex; and Speedway Turn 2 gives a fast, dramatic high-bank perspective. The Hard Rock Bet Fanzone deck is the place to pair garage views with frontstretch action, while the Boardwalk and Lake Lloyd area provides a change of pace later in the day. Daytona’s where-to-watch guide and event facility map are the best final references once the 2027 version is posted.
Practical takeaway: For a first Rolex 24, arrive early Saturday, watch the opening phase from the grandstand, move to the infield before dark, take a real rest break, then return for either sunrise or the finish—two very different, equally memorable Daytona moments.
