Good morning, Daytona Beach.

Residents at Paradise Pointe Assisted Living & Memory Care created Puppy Love Treat Bags during its Made with Meagan event for Halifax Humane Society on National Puppy Day to help families with new pets.

The donation was delivered on April 3 by CEO Darlinda Copeland and Marketing Director Meagan Arrington.

Developers released renderings for a proposed truck plaza near I-4 and State Road 44 that aims to fix a truck stop shortage, but residents fear the project may worsen traffic near a retirement community - DeLand officials have also raised concerns about water, sewer, and flood zone issues.

Embry-Riddle hosted its 10th annual Launch Your Venture competition on Apr.13 at Research Park, awarding $15K to BounceBack Pickle for recycling cracked pickleballs + $10K and $5K prizes to teams for drone technology and automated tracking innovations.

Daytona Beach is warming this week with lows in the low 80s and temperatures rising to mid and upper 80s by the workweek's end + inland areas may even hit the 90s, while rain chances stay low until next week.

A leatherback sea turtle laid the first nest of 2026 on April 9 in Ormond Beach*20 days ahead of the official season, which begins May 1.

Environmental staff and local partners are patrolling the shore to guard future nests.

Dyer Davis Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Doghouse Bar & Grill — Check for entry details — Experience the electrifying sounds of Dyer Davis, renowned for his southern blues rock.

15th Annual Ormond Beach Celtic Festival

10 AM – 10 PM — Rockefeller Gardens — Free entry — Celebrate Celtic culture with music, Highland Games, and family-friendly activities along the Halifax River.

Big Engine Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Saints & Sinners Pub — Cover charge at the door — Enjoy a live show from Big Engine, bringing rock energy to Ormond Beach.

Jeep Beach 2026

5:30-9:30 p.m. — Daytona International Speedway — Cost varies — Celebrate the love for off-roading with Jeep owners and industry vendors at this family-friendly event.

Captain Midnight Band Performance

8:30 PM — Beachside Tavern — No cover — Experience a night of Waterbed Rock and Roll with the Captain Midnight Band from Nashville.

Project Y2K: Throwback Edition

9:00 PM — The Bank & Blues Club — Cost varies — Celebrate the Y2K era with nostalgic vibes, high-energy music, and a vibrant community atmosphere.

Riverfront Music Festival

6:00 – 9:30 PM — Riverfront Esplanade — Free entry — Experience an electrifying night of music and vibrant entertainment at Daytona's premier festival.

Sky Adventures - Drone & Laser Show

8:30-10:30 p.m. — Daytona Stadium — Ticket required — Experience an awe-inspiring display of drones and lasers featuring dinosaurs and ocean adventures.

Baseball Parking for Clearwater Threshers vs. Daytona Tortugas

6:35-10:59 p.m. — Jackie Robinson Ballpark — Parking options vary — Reserve your spot for a fun night of minor league baseball action.

Welcome to Rockville Festival featuring Guns N' Roses and More

May 6-10 — Daytona International Speedway — Ticket prices vary — Experience a stellar lineup with legendary bands over four days.