DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (March 13, 2026) – Where can visitors on a spring vacation getaway find the largest gathering of Jeeps, the biggest rock music festival in America and a flurry of art, cultural and music festivals?
The Daytona Beach area, located on Florida’s East Coast, is known as the Festival Capital of Florida and will be home to a plethora of those festivals this spring. No matter what residents or visitors are searching for, this coastal destination will have something for everyone.
Here’s a look at some of the upcoming spring festivals in the Daytona Beach area:
Spring Turkey Run
When: March 27-29
Thousands of classic cars and enthusiasts will gather for this year’s 36th annual Spring Daytona Turkey Run at Daytona International Speedway. The Spring Turkey Run will join the nationwide celebration of America’s 250th birthday and salute American freedom, innovation, and the enduring legacy of our automotive heritage. Visitors can explore the thousands of classic cars for show and sale, check out the massive swap meet, enjoy arts and crafts on Artisan Alley, food, Hops & Hoods Beer Festival and so much more.
ONE DAYTONA Art Festival
When: March 28-29
ONE DAYTONA, the shopping, entertainment and dining destination located directly across from the street from the world-renowned Daytona International Speedway, will host the ONE DAYTONA Art Festival. This arts festival features juried and non-juried fine craft artisans, live art exhibits, live music on Victory Circle stage, a kid’s zone with hands-on craft projects, artist talks at Gallery500, student art walk and more. Admission is free.
Daytona Beach Arts Fest
When: April 11-12
Staged in historic downtown Daytona Beach, the fifth annual Daytona Beach Arts Fest is an immersive art experience that will showcase juried art, artisans, crafts, chalk art, live music and mini murals. Admission is free.
Lakeside Jazz Festival
When: April 17-18
Dozens of jazz bands representing schools throughout Florida as well as college ensembles will perform at the 27th annual Lakeside Jazz Festival at the City Center in Port Orange, a premier jazz event in the southern U.S. Admission is free.
Ormond Beach Celtic Festival
When: April 18-19
The sounds of bagpipes will echo in Ormond Beach from Rockefeller Gardens and Fortunato Park along the Halifax River for the 15th annual Ormond Beach Celtic Festival. The festival will be headlined by internationally acclaimed Celtic rock band 7 Nations. In addition to multiple music stages, festival-goers will enjoy the Highland Games, a Clan Village and Celtic societies from throughout the region as well as Celtic food, crafts and jewelry and much more.
Jeep Beach
When: April 17-April 26
Jeep Beach 2026, recognized as the World’s Largest Jeep Exclusive Event, is a 10-day, family-friendly event held throughout Daytona Beach and Volusia County. The event, which began in 2003, attracts Jeep enthusiasts and Jeep industry vendors worldwide to the destination with organizers expecting more than 250,000 visitors and 40,000 Jeeps in the destination.
While many events will take place throughout the county, the two-day main event weekend at Daytona International Speedway and the traditional World Famous Jeep Beach Parade are among the highlights. Other activities include a Coastal Clean Up, Sunset in the Sand 5K, and Jeep Beach Concerts.
Jeep Beach has donated over $5 million to local charities to date through the event’s weeklong fundraising efforts. All proceeds raised are distributed to charities throughout Central Florida counties. Jeep Beach has supported over 150 non-profit organizations.
Ormond Beach Art in the Park
When: May 2-3
The 52nd annual Ormond Beach Art in the Park will be held at the Rockefeller Gardens along the Halifax River. It will host a selection of fine artists and crafters showcasing their unique creations. There will be kids’ craft zone, live entertainment and food vendors. Admission is free.
Welcome to Rockville
When: May 7-10
Guns N’ Roses, Foo Fighters, Bring Me the Horizon and My Chemical Romance headline Welcome to Rockville, one of America’s largest rock festivals at Daytona International Speedway. “The World Center of Racing” will become the “The World Center of Rock” with 160+ bands spanning all rock genres on five stages. In addition, Welcome To Rockville also offers amusement rides, a giant water slide, artwork installations, partner experiences, award-winning spirits, and delectable eats.
About the Daytona Beach Area | #LoveDaytonaBeach
Often called home of the world’s most famous beaches, Daytona Beach, Florida, continues to delight and surprise visitors with its diverse and growing array of attractions. The Daytona Beach area includes several cities and towns including Ormond Beach, Daytona Beach, Daytona Beach Shores, Ponce Inlet, Holly Hill, and South Daytona. The destination has long been known for its iconic beaches and rich auto racing history but today a slate of exciting new attractions, upscale lodging, a vibrant arts scene and an amazing collection of parks, preserves and outdoor activities are all part of Daytona Beach’s year-round appeal.
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