EVENT INFO
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Bert Kreischer’s Full Throttle Festival is an all-new, official NASCAR event taking place on the eve of the Daytona 500. This one-of-a-kind festival brings together comedy, music, live DJ sets, BBQ from some of FL’s top pitmasters, beer, and dozens of high-energy activations curated by Bert himself.
Fans can expect:
A headlining comedy set by Bert Kreischer
Performances from Lynyrd Skynyrd, Diplo, Ernest, Cipha Sounds & more
BBQ restaurant pop-ups
Festival beer hall and interactive beer attractions
NASCAR-inspired brand activations and more
The Full Throttle Festival is set to become the Daytona 500’s largest annual entertainment event, drawing over 15,000+ fans.
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The Full Throttle Festival will be held at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach, located just 10 minutes from the Daytona International Speedway.
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Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026
Event Hours:
Doors 7:00 PM
Event Starts: 7:00 PM
Event Ends: 1:00 AM
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The Full Throttle Festival is open to all ages.
Children under 2 years old may attend without a ticket but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
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The festival will be hosted by Bert Kreischer and feature full set performances from Lynyrd Skynyrd, Diplo Presents: Thomas Wesley, and Ernest, along with comedy sets from Bert, CIPHA SOUNDS and more.
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Yes — Bert Kreischer will headline the comedy portion of the festival and will appear in various moments throughout the night, including activations, on-stage moments and much much more!
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No - you do not need a ticket to the race or any events at the Daytona 500 to buy a ticket to Full Throttle Festival.
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For ultimate convenience, hop on the round-trip festival shuttle from the track to the venue for just $40 per person.
Avoid the hassle of parking or ride-shares and enjoy the ride.
TICKETS & entrancing
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Presale signups will open at 10 AM EST on December 2nd, and the presale will take place on December 5th at 10 AM EST. Tickets will become available to the general public at 12 PM (noon) on December 5th.
Tickets will be available at FullThrottleFest.com.
Ticket types:
GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS — BEST VALUE!: With General Admission tickets, you get access to the party to experience the live musical performances by Lynyrd Skynyrd, Diplo Presents: Thomas Wesley + ERNEST, comedy sets by Bert and his friends, immersive brand activations, tailgate games and so much more!
VIP TICKETS: Enhance your experience with a VIP Ticket! Enjoy a 7-Hour Premium Top-Shelf Open Bar, VIP Viewing Areas, a dedicated fast track entrance into the event, a VIP Lounge, premium bathrooms, and more!
BERT’S PLATINUM TICKET: The most exclusive ticket of Full Throttle Fest! Witness all the Main Stage performances from a dedicated seated platinum viewing area directly in front of the stage, exclusive only to those with this ticket! In addition, you’ll enjoy all the perks of the VIP ticket, including the 7-Hour Premium Top-Shelf Open Bar, VIP Viewing Areas, a dedicated fast track entrance into the event, a VIP Lounge, premium bathrooms, and more!
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Yes, payment plans are available! Secure your ticket with a reduced down payment! Just select the payment plan at checkout.
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Platinum Tickets are seated, however GA & VIP Tickets are standing room only.
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The festival is rain or shine, but the main performances will be held indoors. Severe weather updates will be communicated via festival social channels and onsite announcements.
NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES WILL BE OFFERED UNLESS THE EVENT IS 100% CANCELED.
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Yes.
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Tickets are non-refundable.
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There is no dress code.
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The following original forms of identification are ACCEPTABLE:
Government-Issued Passport
Driver’s License (U.S. or Canada)
Military Identification Card with Photo; or Government-Issued Identification Card with Photo
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Yes. All guests and bags are subject to search upon entry.
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No - lawn chairs are prohibited inside the venue.
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EVENT PROTOCOL
ALL PERSONS AND PROPERTY ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH AND YOU MAY BE REQUIRED TO TAKE OFF YOUR SHOES DURING SEARCH. COMPANY HAS A ZERO TOLERANCE FOR ILLEGAL ACTIVITIES. THE USE OF ILLEGAL DRUGS AND UNDERAGE DRINKING IS NOT PERMITTED. ANYONE FOUND WITH ILLEGAL DRUGS AND/OR UNDERAGE DRINKING WILL BE SUBJECT TO REMOVAL FROM THE EVENT AND WILL NOT BE ALLOWED BACK IN.
PROHIBITED ITEMS FOR THE EVENT:
GLASS OF ANY KIND
WEAPONS OF ANY KIND (REGARDLESS OF PERMIT)
PAINT OF ANY KIND (INCLUDING PAINT MARKERS AND SPRAY PAINT)
FIREWORKS
ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES
DRUGS OR DRUG PARAPHERNALIA
LARGE CHAINS
LASER POINTERS
FLAGS OR TOTEMS WITH METAL OR WOOD PIECES
LARGE UMBRELLAS
UNSEALED TAMPONS
STUFFED ANIMALS/DOLLS
PACIFIERS
UNSEALED OVER THE COUNTER MEDICATIONS/VITAMINS (PRESCRIPTION DRUGS IN NON-APPROVED CONTAINERS MUST BE TURNED OVER TO MEDICAL)
VENDING WITHOUT PERMIT
BICYCLES, SCOOTERS, GO CARTS, OR ATVS
PETS – UNLESS it is a service animal, and You are a person with disabilities, or service animals in-training and have appropriate apparel and have on Your person credentials from an accredited school for which the animal is being raised. Please email Your questions regarding service animals to the Company at info@medium-rare.com
COOLERS
OUTSIDE FOOD OR DRINKS (1 FACTORY SEALED WATER BOTTLE IS OKAY)
OPEN CONTAINERS
MULTI POCKET BACKPACKS LARGER THAN 24’’ X 12’’ (CINCH PACKS ARE PERMITTED)
LARGE BACKPACKS
LUGGAGE
PUSH CARTS
SPORTS EQUIPMENT (INCLUDING FRISBEES)
TENTS OR CAMPING GEAR
SOAP, SHAMPOO, CONDITIONER OR OTHER DETERGENTS
FLAMMABLE PRODUCTS
AEROSOL CANS
CAMERA TRIPODS
PROJECTILES OR EXPLOSIVES
KNIVES OR SHARP OBJECTS
OPEN FIRES
WATER GUNS OR MISTERS
CHAIRS
FLYERS, STICKERS, POSTERS
HAMMOCKS
GRILLS OF ANY KIND (INCLUDING PROPANE AND CHARCOAL)
GENERATORS
GAS MASKS OR TACTICAL GEAR
AEROSOL CANS (INCLUDING DEODORANT AND PERFUME)
CHINESE LANTERNS
DRONES OR UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLES
Any other items deemed as posing a threat to the safe enjoyment of the patrons.
IF YOU BRING ANY OF THE ITEMS ON THE ABOVE PROHIBITED ITEMS LIST INTO THE EVENT, SUCH ITEMS WILL BE CONFISCATED AND DISCARDED AND YOU WILL BE SUBJECT TO REMOVAL FROM THE EVENT BASED ON THE SOLE DISCRETION OF COMPANY. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL COMPANY HOLD ANY PROHIBITED ITEMS FOR YOU.
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Guests will find a wide range of food and beverage offerings, including:
BBQ from Florida’s best BBQ restaurants
Beer, wine, cocktails and soft drinks
Merchandise from Bert, Lynyrd Skynyrd & the Full Throttle Festival
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No, re-entry is not permitted.
Shuttles, Parking, & Rideshare
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For ultimate convenience, hop on the round-trip festival shuttle from the track to the venue for just $40 per person.
Avoid the hassle of parking or ride-shares and enjoy the ride.
Shuttles from the track to Full Throttle Festival are waiting for you in Lot 1, near the corner of Speedway International and Turn One Drive. Returning shuttles to the track will load where you are dropped off at Full Throttle Fest.
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The Ocean Center offers convenient parking options, including a six-story parking garage. Accessible parking is available in all locations. Parking rates start at $15 per day.
Please note that only credit or debit cards are accepted for payment in both the parking garage and surface lots. Cash is not accepted. There are no in and out privileges.
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Yes, rideshares are encouraged and will be an easy way to arrive or depart from the festival with a dedicated ride-share lot located near the venue.