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Saturday, April 18th, 2026
Good morning, Daytona Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Embry-Riddle’s Eagles Flight Team parachuted teddy bears from two aircraft at Massey Ranch Airpark in Edgewater on April 4 to support Kada’s Promise. The bears will be delivered to foster children, hospitals, and shelters during National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
- ➤ Couples with weddings booked at the Crystal Ballroom (Ocean Walk) are upset after the venue was evicted in March for unpaid rent. Bride Kiara Henry, who lost $4,000 in deposits, now plans to postpone her 2026 wedding to 2027 as the owner works with clients on new arrangements. The Daytona Beach News-Journal
- ➤ The annual Jeep Beach event kicked off last Friday in Daytona Beach and will run for 10 days, drawing tens of thousands of Jeep owners from Volusia County. A vendor show is planned (April 24-25) at Daytona International Speedway with a parade on April 26. WNDB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Volusia County completed a sand fencing project on Wednesday in Ponce Inlet at Oceanview Avenue and in front of Lighthouse Point Park — about 1,800 feet of fence was installed to reinforce natural dunes, reduce wind-driven sand displacement, and help protect coastal areas from future erosion as staff monitor progress. WNDB
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Welcome To Rockville - Friday
11 AM – 3 PM — Daytona International Speedway — Cost info not provided — Experience a new era of rock music in a legendary venue.
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Island Time Festival - Island Party
1-9 p.m. — Manatee Island — Cost varies — Celebrate with live bands, beach cocktails, and sunset vibes at this island-themed party.
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