DAYTONA BEACH, Fla – This weekend, Daytona Beach will transform into a rock lover’s paradise as hundreds of thousands of fans gather for the fifth annual Welcome to Rockville festival.
The World Center of Racing will become the World Center of Rock, with fans lining up starting Thursday night to secure their spots for a weekend filled with live music. Last year, over 200,000 attendees flocked to Daytona Beach for the festival, and this year, organizers expect even more.
“Record-setting numbers — 55,000 a day. This festival just continues to grow and bring in fans from all over the world,” said Chamie McCurry, general manager for Danny Wimmer Presents.
With a lineup featuring headliners like Green Day, Linkin Park, and Korn, excitement is building for the performances ahead.
As temperatures rise, the production crew at Danny Wimmer Presents is taking measures to ensure the comfort and safety of festival-goers.
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“The grandstands will have a cool zone, and we have buses at the stages where people can find respite from the heat. The fact that we have an onsite urgent care and medical team is all something that we’re taking advantage of,” McCurry explained.
Security is also a top priority this year. The Volusia County Sheriff’s Office is ramping up resources inside the speedway to ensure a safe environment for attendees.
“Our SWAT team is out there, our narcotics team is out there, our detectives are out there, but the big wrinkle this year is we’re going to have Border Patrol with us,” said Sheriff Mike Chitwood.
Last year, 522 attendees reported stolen items, including cell phones and credit cards. Sheriff Chitwood revealed that a South American gang was behind the thefts, operating in organized rings at large events across the country. Eight individuals were arrested during the festival.
“This year, if they want to show their head — they’re going right into federal custody,” the sheriff warned.
Whether it’s addressing security concerns or preparing for the heat, the teams are ready to keep the music playing and the fans rocking out.
“It is North America’s biggest rock festival. It will be one of the largest festivals in the United States this year of any genre,” McCurry said.
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