Officials at Daytona International Speedway has announced a plan to introduce the return of fans to the iconic venue for the sports car classic IMSA WeatherTech 240 At Daytona on Saturday, July 4.

Working closely with public health officials and local, state, and federal authorities on amended safety protocols and procedures, the Speedway will offer a limited number of fans–-5,000-–to attend the event with available seating in the frontstretch grandstands, as well as a limited number of infield camping spots. All fans must be Florida residents and will adhere to social distancing guidelines.

This year's IMSA WeatherTech 240 At DAYTONA, part of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and the first event in IMSA's return to racing, will be showcased on the 3.56-mile high-banked tri-oval/infield road course.

"We’ve waited a long time to welcome our loyal race fans back to Daytona International Speedway and the Daytona Beach area," DIS President Chip Wile said. "There has been a lot of work and extensive planning by our track staff, IMSA, government and health officials, as well as NASCAR to methodically bring fans back to our historic facility. Rest assured we will make sure that every fan in attendance is safe and can enjoy the excitement of the IMSA WeatherTech 240 At DAYTONA. Having the IMSA sports cars back for this summer tradition just got more exciting with fans here to see it."

For tickets and event-day guidelines, visit daytonainternationalspeedway.com. For more information, visit imsa.com/weathertech.