Rolex 24 this weekend, movie night, Accelerate Business Summit and more!

Rolex 24 this weekend

The Daytona International Speedway will be the epicenter of motorsports racing this weekend with the 65th running of the Rolex 24 at DAYTONA, the iconic 24-hour challenge. 2024's race season culminates with the Daytona 500 on Sunday, Feb. 18. For more information about upcoming races, visit Daytona International Speedway's website.

2023's The Little Mermaid featured at free Movie Night, Feb. 23

Enjoy an evening under the sea with the showing of 2023's "The Little Mermaid" at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23 at Dickerson Community Center, 308 S. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Before the movie begins, there will be a mermaid pageant and photo-op with mermaids. Free giveaways, hotdogs, popcorn, drinks and candy will be provided, and entertainment for parents will be available. Chairs will be set up, but blankets and pillows are welcome. No registration is needed.

"The Little Mermaid" is the highly-anticipated 2023 release from Disney, bringing a fresh and magical take on the classic tale. Audiences will be transported into an immersive underwater world as they follow Ariel, a spirited mermaid princess, on her journey to explore the human world and find true love. Packed with stunning visuals, modern storytelling and a memorable soundtrack, the 2023 adaptation promises to captivate both new and longtime fans.

The free movie night is sponsored by Zone 3 Commissioner Quanita May.

Register now for the inaugural Accelerate Business Summit, Feb. 24

Looking to start or grow your business? Registration is still open for the free Accelerate Business Summit from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24 at the Yvonne Scarlett-Golden Cultural & Educational Center, 1000 Vine St. Join us to receive unparalleled access to resources, networking opportunities and knowledge-sharing sessions designed to fuel business growth and development. For more information or to register, visit this webpage or contact Redevelopment Project Manager Phebe Fuqua at (386) 671-8444.

Halifax Marina named "Elite Fleet 2023"

For the third year in a row, the city-owned Halifax Harbor Marina was designated as an "Elite Fleet" by Marinas.com. The Elite Fleet tier is awarded to marinas with a standard of excellent customer service, evidenced by maintaining an average star rating of at least 4.7 while receiving a minimum of 10 reviews throughout the year.
The Halifax Harbor Marina, along the Intracoastal Waterway off South Beach Street in Daytona Beach, features 550 boat slips on the 60-acre property and provides year-round docking facilities for boaters seeking permanent slips and seasonal or overnight accommodations.

Riverfront Market this weekend

The Riverfront Esplanade, in downtown Daytona Beach, is the place to be this Sunday morning. Start the day with a free outdoor yoga session by Renew Yoga Studio at 8 a.m., followed by the monthly Riverfront Market where you can explore vendors offering handcrafted jewelry, homemade baked goods, unique crafts and more. The market, open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., is just south of the News-Journal Center. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with the community and support local vendors in a picturesque setting!