The Kevin Harvick Happy Hour Live event will engage fans at Daytona International Speedway on February 12, just days before the 68th Daytona 500. The show, starring Harvick and his co-hosts, is set to feature interactive segments as part of the NASCAR Fan Experience, with excitement building in advance of the celebrated race.
Hosts React and Invite Fans to Join the Festivities
Co-host Kevin Harvick took to X to announce the live broadcast, signaling the start of a lively atmosphere at Daytona. Mamba Smith energized the NASCAR community, posting,
“bring your signs, bring your beers [and] let’s get rowdy!”
— Mamba Smith, Co-host. Kaitlyn Vincie reflected on the show’s nostalgic appeal, sharing,
“What’s old is new again! We’re bringing back one of the best fan experiences the NASCAR community had,”
— Kaitlyn Vincie, Co-host.
Behind the Scenes: Experience and Expertise
Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour is currently in its third season, with Harvick, Smith, and Vincie contributing their expertise on FOX Sports. Alongside his hosting duties, Harvick is now in his third year as a NASCAR Cup Series commentator, teaming up with Mike Joy and Clint Bowyer. Harvick previously lent his voice to coverage of both the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and the Craftsman Truck Series for FOX before concluding his own racing career in 2023. Kaitlyn Vincie also serves as a pit reporter for FOX, focusing on the Craftsman Truck Series events.
Upcoming Events at Daytona International Speedway
Fans attending the festivities on February 12 can also watch Duel 1 and Duel 2, the 60-lap qualifying races that help set the Daytona 500 field, starting at 7 p.m. ET on FS1. The main event, the Daytona 500, takes place on February 15 at 2:30 p.m. ET and will be aired live on FOX and the FOX Sports app. Kevin Harvick Happy Hour Live is poised to be a highlight for the NASCAR community at Daytona, bringing both seasoned fans and newcomers closer to the action at one of racing’s most iconic circuits.
*Ahem* CCCCLLLLOOOOSSSSEEEERRRRR 🗣️🗣️🗣️🗣️ Come out and plaaaaaayyyyy!
This is not a joke @HarvickHappyPod is going live from @DAYTONA. What’s old is new again, @NASCARONFOX is giving us a taste of what we use to have.
Bring your signs, bring you beers, let’s get rowdy!#Nascar pic.twitter.com/jB2Pe8ff09
— Mamba Smith (@MambaSmith34) February 6, 2026
What’s old is new again! We’re bringing back one of the best fan experiences the NASCAR community had. Join our @HarvickHappyPod crew for a LIVE show in Daytona, 3pm on 2/12 at the NASCAR Fan Experience set.
Special guests. @DAYTONA. Live audience. Doesn’t get any better. pic.twitter.com/7cCc0I3iCi
— Kaitlyn Vincie (@kaitlynvincie) February 6, 2026
