Fourth of July Parade and Veterans Ceremony

Celebrate Independence Day with the City of Daytona Beach at the Fourth of July Parade and Veterans Ceremony, presented by Zone 4 City Commissioner Stacy Cantu. The ceremony begins at 9 a.m. Friday, July 4, at the Clock Tower between the Boardwalk and the Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort, 100 N. Atlantic Ave. Hosted by the Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 316, the event honors veterans and first responders. The parade starts at 10 a.m. on Main Street and will feature nearly 30 local military organizations, veterans, and members of the Daytona Beach police and fire departments. The route begins at Atlantic Avenue and continues west on Main Street to the base of the Main Street Bridge. Spectators are encouraged to watch from the sidewalks along Main Street.

Traffic Notice:

Main Street from Halifax Avenue to Atlantic Avenue will close at 9 a.m. Temporary closures at Halifax Avenue, Peninsula Drive and Atlantic Avenue will occur as the parade passes through. Drivers should expect delays.

Summer Fun on the Run Returns July 9

Daytona Beach’s popular mobile summer camp series is back! “Summer Fun on the Run” brings free games, food, music and activities to neighborhoods across the city. The next stop is from noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 9, at Lakeside Villages, 155 Ontario Court. The event is open to the public and fun for all ages.

Upcoming dates and locations:

• July 9: Lakeside Villages, 155 Ontario Court
• July 16: Daytona Gardens, 437 Jean St.

Presented by the City of Daytona Beach in partnership with ROSS, the Daytona Beach Housing Authority, Wellness Shoppe, AdventHealth Daytona Dream Center and Simply Healthcare.

Discover Bethune Point Park – July 12

Join Zone 1 City Commissioner Monica Paris for a community celebration at Bethune Point Park from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 12. Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with free hot dogs, an inflatable water slide, games and family activities.

Residents can explore park features including:

• A new playground for ages 5 to 12
• Scenic picnic areas and fishing pier
• Baseball fields and the popular Bethune Point Skateboard Park

Staff from the Halifax Sailing Association will be on hand to share information about their youth and adult sailing programs. Additional park upgrades include new landscaping, curbing, sidewalks, rubber safety surfacing and fresh paint at the skate park.

The event is free and open to the public.

Sponsored by Zone 1 City Commissioner Monica Paris and supported by Daytona Beach Fire Department Local 1162.

Midtown Sundayz at Daisy Stocking Park

Mark your calendar for Midtown Sundayz, a monthly community event held the second Sunday of each month at Daisy Stocking Park. Enjoy music from C-Style Entertainment, games, food and family-friendly fun.

Upcoming dates:

• Sunday, July 13
• Sunday, Aug. 10
• Sunday, Sept. 14

Bring a lawn chair, grab your friends and join the fun in Midtown!

Volusia County Fertilizer Rules in Effect Through Sept. 30

To help protect our waterways during Florida’s rainy season, Volusia County’s fertilizer ordinance is in effect through Sept. 30. Fertilizer containing nitrogen or phosphorus may not be applied when rain is expected or falling. Outside of the blackout period, nitrogen fertilizer may only be used if it contains at least 50% slow-release nitrogen. Fertilizer must never be applied within 15 feet of any body of water. These rules help reduce nutrient runoff and protect our rivers, canals and the ocean.

Repaving Projects Continue Citywide

Daytona Beach’s $5.7 million Road Resurfacing Program has repaved about 12.5 miles of streets, with one mile remaining this season. 

In July, work will begin in the LPGA area on:

• Champions Drive – from International Golf Drive to Perfect Drive
• International Tennis Drive – from LPGA Boulevard to Bayberry Lakes Boulevard
• Tournament Drive – from LPGA Boulevard to Perfect Drive

As part of this phase, failing brick pavers in entryways will be removed and replaced with a compacted road base and asphalt for long-term durability.

Next, resurfacing will begin in Zone 1 on:

• Adeline Street – from Virginia Avenue to Ridgewood Avenue
• Trixie Street – from Virginia Avenue to Ridgewood Avenue
• Virginia Avenue – from Trixie Street to Adeline Street

Crews will work weekdays from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., weather permitting. Door hangers will notify residents in advance, and flaggers will assist with traffic as needed.

Meet the Newly Branded Sweep Squad

Daytona Beach’s street sweepers are sporting a fresh new look! As part of the city’s branding efforts, four street sweepers are being custom wrapped by Hawkeye Brothers to represent the “Sweep Squad.” Two are already on the streets with bold, eye-catching designs that promote city pride while keeping neighborhoods clean.

Storm Season Safety Starts with Preparation

The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season is underway, with forecasts predicting a 92% chance Florida will be impacted by at least one named storm. To help residents prepare, the City of Daytona Beach has created a 22-page Hurricane Preparedness Guide featuring evacuation tips, emergency contacts and a removable supply checklist.

Printed guides will be available in limited quantities. Download your copy at: DaytonaBeach.gov/StormGuide

City Now on the Neighbors App

Daytona Beach is now on the Neighbors by Ring App! Residents can receive real-time updates, safety alerts and local news directly from the city. The app is free and available with or without a Ring camera.

Download the Neighbors by Ring App:

• Apple Store: https://tinyurl.com/5xkrcsa2
• Google Play: https://tinyurl.com/4yksfkyh

DB Unscripted With Justin Vallejo Podcast

DB Unscripted with Justin Vallejo is the official podcast of the City of Daytona Beach, designed to keep residents informed about what’s happening in their local government.

Hosted by Justin Vallejo, this unscripted podcast features authentic and transparent conversations with employees from all departments, covering everything from city projects and public safety to community events and services.

Listeners can subscribe to DB Unscripted on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube to stay updated on the latest news and behind-the-scenes insights from the City of Daytona Beach.

TELL US YOUR PRIORITIES

The City of Daytona Beach wants your input on how to use federal grant funds that support housing, neighborhood improvements, and economic opportunities for low- and very low-income residents.

Your feedback will help shape our Annual Action Plan for FY 2025-2026. The quick, 9-question survey asks about:

• Your top community priorities (affordable housing, youth/senior programs, help for small businesses, homelessness support, etc.)
• Housing and service needs in your neighborhood
• Basic info about you (confidential)

Take the survey now: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XXYPKTF