Radio Hall of Famer Bobby Bones will host the inaugural Proud to Honor Veterans Day Classic at Daytona International Speedway on November 11th. The event combines motorsports and live music while raising funds for military families and veterans organizations.
What We Know: Bones hosts Premiere Networks’ nationally syndicated The Bobby Bones Show and Country Top 30, both available on iHeartRadio. His programs reach over 10 million monthly listeners across 200 stations, while his BobbyCast podcast expanded to Netflix in January 2026.
Meanwhile, Ford is presenting the event in partnership with NASCAR, IMSA, HSR and Blue Star Families. Jesse Collins Entertainment will handle production, with live coverage airing from 8 to 10 p.m. ET. The race will air on USA Network and Fandango, with entertainment segments also available on E! and TikTok Live. Twelve Ford drivers will compete in teams honoring all six branches of the U.S. military. Zac Brown Band will headline the concert, joined by Russell Dickerson, Jo Dee Messina and other artists. Additionally, the Proud to Honor Fund will support six nonprofits, including Blue Star Families, DAV, Team Rubicon and TAPS.
What they Said: “The respect I have for our veterans and what they and their families have sacrificed for this country is something I can’t put into words. This day is about them. It’s a chance to celebrate them, thank them and make sure they know how much they mean to us. I’m proud to be there and be a small part of it.”– Bobby Bones
What Remains Unclear: Organizers have not indicated whether Bones will have any involvement beyond his hosting duties. Additionally, they have not announced a fundraising target or projected donation totals for the six nonprofit beneficiaries.
What It Means: The event brings national attention to veterans and military families while supporting organizations dedicated to their needs. Bones’ established country music connections complement the concert lineup, helping connect his radio audience with the event’s charitable mission. Meanwhile, the combination of motorsports, live entertainment and streaming could broaden awareness of the challenges facing military communities. The broadcast also highlights the role entertainment and media can play in recognizing veterans’ service and supporting their families.
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