Trace Adkins and Luke Combs will make special appearances during NASCAR’s Daytona 500.
The Daytona International Speedway recently announced that multi-platinum Country music icon and star of the upcoming FOX country music drama series, MONARCH, Adkins will perform the National Anthem prior to the start of The Great American Race, the 64th running of the Daytona 500 on Sunday, February 20.
Adkins is set to give his rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” in front of a capacity crowd at the race, which is completely sold out.
Country music icon @TraceAdkins to sing National Anthem before 64th Annual #DAYTONA500 🇺🇸 @NASCARONFOX | @MonarchOnFOX pic.twitter.com/DB9ieJdlQ9
— Daytona International Speedway (@DAYTONA) February 15, 2022
In addition to Adkins, the Speedway previously shared that “Doin’ This” singer Luke Combs would be joining them for a second consecutive year to perform during the pre-race concert.
“I grew up in this sport,” Combs said in a video shared on social media. “Every Sunday was spent with my granddad and NASCAR was our thing. While carrying on the tradition [in 2021] was something I’ll never forget, [but] it wasn’t the same without a full house.”
“To connect with the crowd and get them pumped up for the great American race again… those moments are what I live for and it’s why I do what I do,” Combs added in the clip. “I can’t wait to be out on that stage to kick off the pre-race party to show my appreciation to the greatest fans in the world and to create a memory so special to cherish it forever. I can’t wait for the Daytona 500.”
Who's excited for @lukecombs #DAYTONA500 Pre-Race Show!? 🙋@NASCAR | @NASCARONFOX pic.twitter.com/A8kKIEUV5a
— Daytona International Speedway (@DAYTONA) February 10, 2022
Combs performed last year at the 2021 pre-race concert, where he played five songs including his chart-topping hit, “Beer Never Broke My Heart,” and more. In honor of the 20th anniversary of Dale Earnhardt’s passing, Combs donned an Earnhardt branded leather jacket during his performance.
The Speedway is offering a Combs’ VIP package, which start at $230 and include a ticket to the Daytona 500. The VIP package also includes access to Fanzone, pre-race access ticket, VIP access to the concert as well as a Q&A with Combs. For more information, visit Daytona500.com.
The Daytona 500 will air on Sunday, February 20 at 2:30 PM EST.
