How to Watch the 2024 Daytona 500 Online Today: New Start Time, TV Channel and Live Stream

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By Andy Garden

Updated: 11:46 AM PST, February 19, 2024

NASCAR's most prestigious event takes place today. Here's how to watch the Daytona 500 live at home.

After a weekend washout, the Daytona 500 is finally here. Postponed on Sunday because of Florida's rainy weather and then rescheduled to today, the 66th running of "The Great American Race" will now join the season-opening Xfinity Series race in a first-ever doubleheader at Daytona International Speedway. Ricky Stenhouse Jr. will defend his title when the 2024 Daytona 500 starts at 4:00 p.m. ET.

Watch the Daytona 500 on Sling TV

The Daytona 500 is the fastest track on the NASCAR calendar. Former Daytona 500 winner Joey Logano will start from the pole position after topping the chart in the Cup Series qualifying session on Wednesday. He will share the front row with fellow Ford driver Michael McDowell, who won the Daytona 500 in 2021. Who will take the checkered flag in NASCAR’s Super Bowl today?

Drivers, start your engines! Here's everything to know about how to watch the Daytona 500, including the best livestream options.

What time is the 2024 Daytona 500?

The Daytona 500 is now scheduled to start Monday, February 19, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. ET (1:00 p.m. PT).

How to Watch the 2024 Daytona 500 Without Cable

The 2024 Daytona 500 will be broadcast on Fox. If you don't have cable, the most cost-effective way to watch the NASCAR race is through a live TV streaming subscription to Sling TV.

Right now, there is a Sling TV deal offering 50% off your first month — bringing the Blue package with Fox down to just $22.50 and the comprehensive Orange + Blue package down to $30. Sling TV comes with 50 hours of free cloud-based DVR recording space, perfect for recording the Daytona 500 is you're not home to watch it live.

Watch the Daytona 500 on Sling TV

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Watch the Daytona 500 on Sling TV

With its Blue plan, Sling TV offers access to Fox to watch the Daytona 500. Right now, you can get 50% off your first month of Sling TV for just $22.50.

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How to Watch the 2024 Daytona 500 for Free

With FuboTV's sports-focused live TV streaming service, you'll get access to watch the Daytona 500 online. A Fubo subscription costs $79.99 per month, but the streamer is offering a seven-day free trial right now. Grab the free trial offer to stream the NASCAR race for free.