Full Throttle Festival: Bert Kreischer Headlines Daytona Beach Kickoff Event
Comedian Bert Kreischer is set to headline the first-ever "Full Throttle Festival" in Daytona Beach, Florida, leading up to the 68th annual Daytona 500. The event will feature a night of music, comedy, and barbecue on February 14 at the Ocean Center Convention Center. The lineup includes performances by Lynyrd Skynyrd, Diplo's country music project "Diplo Present Thomas Wesley," and breakout country artist ERNEST, with Kreischer as one of the festival's founders alongside live-event producer Medium Rare.
Kreischer personally curated the lineup for the festival, aiming to create a massive pre-race party for up to 15,000 people before the start of the 2026 Cup Series season. The event will offer live music, comedy, BBQ, and beer, promising a fun-filled evening for attendees. The festival will also feature interactive displays related to NASCAR, adding to the excitement of the weekend.
The Ocean Center event will showcase a variety of barbecue offerings from pitmasters across Florida and beyond, along with festival-exclusive dishes and race-weekend specials. Attendees aged 21 and older can enjoy an extensive craft beer selection and signature cocktails. The combination of food, drinks, comedy, and music is designed to appeal to NASCAR fans and create an unforgettable experience.
Tickets for the "Full Throttle Festival" will go on sale on December 5, with a pre-sale opportunity available for select Daytona 500 ticket holders. The event promises to be the ultimate NASCAR tailgate party, bringing together fans for a night of entertainment and celebration. Don't miss out on this exciting kickoff to the Daytona 500 weekend!
Get ready to go Full Throttle with Bert Kreischer and NASCAR at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach. Join us for a night of music, comedy, BBQ, and beer as we gear up for the 68th annual Daytona 500. Tickets are on sale soon, so mark your calendars and get ready to experience the ultimate NASCAR pre-race party!