Good morning, Daytona Beach.

Community members plunged into DeLeon Springs on Jan.

1 to kick off 2026 with a dip, pancake contest, and nature walk. Volunteers restored a historic wheel + sparked renewed charm at the Old Sugar Mill Pancake House as a bright start to the year.

On Thursday, Jan. 1, residents took a polar plunge at Flagler Beach to ring in the New Year by braving 60-degree water (a refreshing start to 2026).

Deleon Dunk took place at Deleon Springs State Park on New Year's Day, where about 100 jumpers participated between 7 and 8 a.m. Ticketed participants enjoyed an early jump (with pancake treats from Old Sugar Mill) while others joined later with open entry, all splashing in 72-degree water.

Introduction to Wet Felting

10:30 a.m. — Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens — $120 Members, $150 Non-Members — Discover the art of wet felting and unleash your creativity with all materials provided.

Trivia Tuesdays

6-8:30 p.m. — Dunes Brewing — Enjoy delicious beer and food while testing your knowledge in a fun trivia competition.

Books & Brews

5-9 p.m. — Dunes Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy craft beer and storytelling with author Sara Dahmen as she presents her novel The Tinsmith 1865.

Drive-In Movie Night at Tiki Cove

6:30-8 p.m. — Tiki Cove at Venetian Bay — Family-friendly event — Enjoy a delightful drive-in movie experience under the stars.

IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship - Roar Before The Rolex 24

6:59-10:59 p.m. — Daytona International Speedway — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship with meet and greet options available.

Dwight Icenhower - Elvis Tribute

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Peabody Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the King of Rock and Roll's legendary sound and style with renowned tribute artist Dwight Icenhower.

Disney's Alice In Wonderland, Jr.

7:30-8:30 p.m. — Athens Theatre — $ — Experience a whimsical adventure with colorful characters in a madcap world where nonsense reigns.

Commotion: A Tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Peabody Auditorium — Ticket Info Unavailable — Experience a faithful musical revival of CCR's iconic sound with talented tribute artists.

A Taste of Ireland

4-6 PM — Peabody Auditorium — Tickets required — Experience the Irish music and dance sensation that has captivated audiences worldwide.

Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals

4-11 p.m. — Volusia Speedway Park — $12K+ to win — Kick off the racing season with thrilling weeks of racing at the world's fastest half-mile track.