- President Donald Trump is set to attend the Daytona 500 today.
- Trump will reach Daytona International Speedway around 1:10 p.m. and leave around 3:05 p.m.
- He has participated in the Daytona 500 previously, including appearances in 1999, 2000, 2001, and 2020.
Today marks the beginning of the NASCAR season, taking place in Daytona Beach at the renowned Daytona 500 on February 16, 2025. President Donald Trump’s visit, which has generated significant buzz, will also take place today.
The White House released Trump’s travel itinerary late Saturday, indicating he will arrive just prior to the Green Flag, enjoy some racing, and then return to West Palm Beach, Florida, before heading home to Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach.
Here’s what you should know.
Here’s the timeline shared by the White House:
11:30 a.m. Trump departs Mar-a-Lago for Palm Beach International Airport.
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11:45 a.m. The president arrives at Palm Beach International Airport.
11:55 a.m. Trump leaves Palm Beach International Airport for Daytona Beach International Airport.
12:45 p.m. Trump and Air Force One arrive at Daytona Beach International Airport.
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1:05 p.m. Trump and his motorcade, likely in The Beast (his armored limousine), head towards Daytona International Speedway.
1:10 p.m. The president arrives at Daytona International Speedway for the Daytona 500.
(The Green Flag for the Daytona 500 is anticipated around 2 p.m.)
3:05 p.m. Trump departs Daytona International Speedway, heading back to Daytona Beach International Airport.
What time will Trump return to Mar-a-Lago?
3:15 p.m. Trump arrives at Daytona Beach International Airport.
3:30 p.m. The president leaves Daytona Beach International Airport on Air Force One, heading toward Palm Beach International Airport.
4:15 p.m. Trump arrives at Palm Beach International Airport.
4:25 p.m. Trump departs Palm Beach International Airport for Mar-a-Lago.
4:40 p.m. Trump arrives at his residence, Mar-a-Lago, in Palm Beach, Florida.
What is the weather forecast for Daytona Beach during the Daytona 500? Rain and wind expected
According to the National Weather Service in Melbourne, there’s a possibility of showers and thunderstorms before 3 p.m. today, roughly one hour after the anticipated start of the Daytona 500.
Rain: Showers are likely, along with possible thunderstorms between 3 and 5 p.m., with additional chances after 5 p.m.
While the temperature will be warm and partially sunny, reaching a high near 84, it will also be quite windy.
Wind: A south wind at 10 to 15 mph will shift to a southwest wind at 20 to 25 mph in the afternoon, with gusts potentially reaching 35 mph.
High chance of rain: The precipitation probability is currently at 70%. New rainfall amounts could be less than a tenth of an inch, although higher amounts are possible during thunderstorms.
Has Trump attended the Daytona 500 previously?
Prior to the 2020 Daytona 500, Trump arrived via Air Force One, performing a low flyover of Daytona International Speedway. Upon entering the World Center of Racing in The Beast, his presidential limousine, he served as grand marshal, giving the starting command to drivers, joined by first lady Melania.
The presidential limo then joined pace cars and safety vehicles on the track, leading the 40-car field through a pre-race lap.
Before his presidency, Trump attended the Great American Race at least three times—in 1999, 2000, and 2001.
In May 2024, during his re-election campaign, he returned to NASCAR by attending the Coca-Cola 600 in Charlotte, marking his first NASCAR event since 2020.
- Start time: 1:30 p.m. ET Sunday
- Location: Daytona International Speedway (2.5-mile tri-oval track) in Daytona Beach, Florida
Coverage for the 2025 Daytona 500 is scheduled to begin at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, February 16. The green flag is expected to drop around 2 p.m.
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What channel will the Daytona 500 be on today? TV schedule and streaming information
- TV channel: Fox
- Live streaming: Fubo (free trial)
- Radio: MRN | SiriusXM (Channel 90)
The 2025 Daytona 500 will be broadcast on Fox, with Mike Joy, Clint Bowyer, and Kevin Harvick calling the action from the Daytona International Speedway booth. Streaming will be available on Fubo, which offers a free trial for new users.
Contributors: Chris Vinel, The Daytona Beach News-Journal
and Dan Rorabaugh, USA TODAY Network-Florida
(This report has been updated to include the latest details and images.)
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