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National Girlfriends Day is right around the corner on August 1, and yes — it is a real thing. Have you made any plans to get together with your BFFs? Daytona Beach has endless fun activities for a girls’ night (and day) out, along with some of the most beautiful natural scenery you’ll encounter. So, why not plan a trip to the coast to spend the day getting out and about with your best girlfriends right here in Daytona Beach? 

Besides Daytona Beach’s famous speedway and beautiful, expansive beaches, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks is the Daytona Beach Pier. The original pier was constructed entirely out of palm logs around the turn of the 20^th century. It extended 600 feet into the ocean, but sadly burned down in 1920 in a devastating fire. A few years later, the remains were sold and the pier was rebuilt. 

From the moment you pass the “Last Bridge to Mainland” sign while hugging the Atlantic coastline on your way to Ponce Inlet, you know you’re in for a remote escape. Just a few short miles south of Daytona Beach at the southernmost tip of the peninsula sits a locale known for being home to the tallest lighthouse in Florida. Ponce Inlet is worth the short drive from Daytona Beach to experience all sorts of water, air and land adventures. 

Here in Daytona Beach, there’s no end to the list of things to love and explore. From the year-round gorgeous weather to the world-class golf courses, and from the expansive beaches to the miles of waterfront wonder — there’s so much to be proud of in a place like this. 

WHAT: 6th Annual Tomoka Fest

WHERE: 2099 North Beach Street, Ormond Beach

WHEN: Saturday, October 6, 2018, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

WHAT TO EXPECT

If you’re in the Daytona Beach region this coming October 6, make your way toward Ormond Beach for an early afternoon of educational exhibits and natural wonder! At the 6^th Annual Tomoka Fest, families flock from all over the county to learn about the area’s natural and cultural resources through hands-on activities, exhibitions, living history demonstrations, guided hikes and so much more. 

Take sightseeing in Daytona Beach to the next level on your next visit! The Ponce Inlet Lighthouse offers a glimpse into the past, as well as an unbeatable 360-degree view of the Atlantic Ocean, the Intracoastal Waterway and the entire Daytona Beach peninsula. If you dare to tackle the 203 steps to the top of the lighthouse, you’ll soak in the area’s magnificence from 175 feet above the ground. 

People from all over the world come to play, stay and make memories in Daytona Beach — about nine million people annually, to be more precise. And they come with good reason! Daytona Beach has a number of legendary landmarks and some of the most naturally beautiful sights in the world. While you’re here, make sure you grab a selfie to capture the moment forever and share it on social media so your friends back home can enjoy your adventures, too! 

Stretch out to touch the stars in Daytona Beach!

The list of things to do in Daytona Beach reaches far and wide — and tall! One community can’t-miss activity is Ponce Inlet Lighthouse’s Climb to the Moon monthly event.