Updated November 7, 2026. Image: AI-generated editorial illustration, not event photography.
Veterans Day has a special place in Southern Nevada, where service members, veterans and their families are part of everyday life around Nellis and Creech Air Force Bases. This year, Ford is bringing a military tribute to the racetrack—and Las Vegas families can follow it from home.
The inaugural Ford Proud to Honor Veterans Day Classic takes place Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at Daytona International Speedway in Florida. For Las Vegas viewers, the announced broadcast window is 5–7 p.m. PST on USA Network, with a free stream announced through Fandango. It is a race and music tribute, separate from Ford’s Military Recognition Program.
A Daytona event with a reason to tune in from Las Vegas
First, a useful distinction: the Classic is not a Las Vegas race. Its venue is Daytona International Speedway, 1801 W International Speedway Boulevard, Daytona Beach, Florida. This guide is for local viewers, not an announcement of a dealership or base watch party.
Ford describes the event as a collaboration with NASCAR, Blue Star Families, IMSA and HSR. Six teams honor the six branches of the U.S. Armed Forces, combining motorsports with music and military-community support. For Nellis and Creech families, that creates a straightforward way to follow a national tribute without planning a trip across the country.
How to watch: put 5–7 p.m. PST on your calendar
Ford’s announced two-hour coverage window converts to 5–7 p.m. PST on Wednesday, November 11 for Las Vegas. That is the broadcast window, not a separately confirmed green-flag time.
The race airs live on USA Network and streams on Fandango’s free streaming platform, according to Ford. The entertainment segments also air live on E! and stream on TikTok LIVE at @e_entertainment, @usanetwork and @usasports. Do not treat the TikTok listings as a promise that they carry the entire race.
Before Wednesday evening, check the official event website for current viewing links and your provider’s USA Network listing. Confirm that your preferred device and service work ahead of time. Platform account requirements, geographic availability and replay access are not confirmed here; a free-stream announcement does not establish every access detail.
Who is racing—and which branch does each team honor?
Twelve Ford Racing drivers will compete in Mustang Dark Horse R race cars, with military-inspired liveries. Ford’s official driver announcement lists these pairings:
- Army: Joey Hand and Brad Keselowski
- Marine Corps: Ryan Blaney and Ben Hobson
- Navy: Logan Sargeant and Ryan Preece
- Air Force: Frankie Muniz and Austin Cindric
- Space Force: Noah Gragson and Layne Riggs
- Coast Guard: Joey Logano and Ty Majeski
Zac Brown Band headlines the music, with Russell Dickerson, Jo Dee Messina, Brittney Spencer and Warren Zeiders also announced. Whether your household follows racing closely or simply wants to see its service branch represented, the team list makes the format easy to follow.
What the military-community support means
The official event site says a portion of ticket proceeds will benefit Blue Star Families. It also describes the Proud to Honor Fund, powered by GlobalGiving, as supporting organizations serving military members, veterans and their families.
Those are specific support mechanisms—not a claim that switching on the broadcast automatically generates a donation. Visit the organizer’s site if you want to learn about the fund or its nonprofit partners. No dealership purchase is part of this watch guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Classic happening in Las Vegas?
No. The event takes place at Daytona International Speedway in Florida. Las Vegas is the viewing location for this guide; no local gathering is announced here.
Is 5 p.m. PST the race start?
It is the beginning of the announced television coverage window. This guide does not identify a separate green-flag time.
Do I need military status to watch?
The official viewing announcement does not state a military-status requirement. Check the television or streaming provider for its own access requirements.
Is this the Military Recognition Program or a Super Duty package?
No. The Classic is a motorsports and music event. Ford’s Military Recognition Program and Super Duty Proud to Honor package are separate subjects. For the program overview, see our Las Vegas Military Recognition guide.
Keep the evening simple
Check the official viewing link, choose the branch team you want to follow and plan around the 5–7 p.m. PST coverage window. For separate Ford ownership questions, visit Team Ford Las Vegas.
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