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Memorial Day marks the unofficial start to summer. And in Daytona Beach, that means mornings paddling the waterways, afternoons filled with endless waterfront adventures, and evenings of live music at the Daytona Beach Bandshell. But between the oceanfront dining and family fun, take a moment to remember the men and women whose sacrifices allow us to enjoy carefree, sun-soaked beach days. 

Shout out to all the moms out there, full of endless energy, the best car snacks and just the right words of wisdom — this one’s for you!

Mom works hard to keep the family healthy and happy, so treat her to a relaxing beach escape this year. Daytona Beach is a perfect place for a weekend getaway for Mother’s Day! Whether you are a Mom or a mother’s

Summer means fireworks! As the spring and summer heat up, you’ll have more and more opportunities to take in sky-high pyrotechnics in the Daytona Beach area. These three locations have fireworks consistently through the summer, starting in May. 

While lots of people know Daytona Beach as a “family spring break” destination, the area is a hot spot for summer vacationers as well. Daytona Beach is jam-packed with family-friendly activities for a crowd-pleasing summer getaway! 

Daytona Beach’s Museum of Arts & Sciences (MOAS) offers something — lots of somethings, actually — for everyone in the family. The area’s largest museum hosts over 30,000 objects, from fine art and fossilized skeletons to Coca-Cola memorabilia and an interactive children’s museum. MOAS, located in the lush, 90-acre Tuscawilla Preserve, is a Smithsonian Institution Affiliate and is nationally accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. 

Don’t miss Daytona Beach’s oldest beachside home, where history comes alive. The beautifully restored Lilian Place was built in 1884 by Laurence Thompson, one of the city’s first settlers. The house is named for his daughter Lilian (1873–1934), who lived there until her death. This historic home is a great example of Italianate High Victorian architecture — one of only two in Volusia County, Florida — and features high ceilings, crown moldings and heart-of-pine floors. 

Adventurers, nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts are all drawn like magnets to the Daytona Beach area, and it’s understandable why! With innumerable marshes, springs, lakes, rivers, creeks and inlets, the region is brimming with fun-filled water activities.

From spotting manatees in the waterways to exploring area history or finding the perfect picture frame to commemorate your visit, Daytona Beach is full of discoveries just waiting to be uncovered. One of the best places to embark on a treasure hunt in the area is at the Daytona Flea and Farmers Market — where you never know what you’ll find!

Most people know that the sunshine is bright in Daytona Beach, but so is its star power! From tribute bands to big stars to community theater productions, this city has no shortage of arts and entertainment. Catch a live musical performance on your next visit to the area at any one of these Daytona Beach live music venues. 

Daytona Beach is a sports-loving destination and springtime provides great options for vacationers to get out and play.  While endless outdoor adventures are a year round sport in Daytona Beach, check out these five events sure to please travelers of all ages and abilities.