What Are the Rules Around Having Alcohol on Daytona Beach?

What the county rules say

The Volusia County Beach Safety page “Beach rules” lists the following under beach safety and conduct: “Alcohol and glass containers are not allowed.” It does not give a penalty for alcohol or glass on that page, and it links to the full Beach Code. We did not read the Beach Code itself, so we cannot tell you the fine or how it is enforced.

The page does not spell out which beaches the whole list applies to. It does name Sun Splash Park in Daytona Beach in its parking rule, which is why we treat it as the county’s rule set for the Daytona area. If you want certainty for a specific stretch of sand, read the Beach Code or ask Volusia County Beach Safety.

Other rules on the same page

• Pets are not allowed on the beach except service animals, with designated dog areas.
• Music or noise audible from more than 50 feet away is illegal.
• The 10 mph speed limit for vehicles is strictly enforced.
• Grilling is permitted, but charcoal must be taken off the beach.
• Always swim directly in front of a lifeguard.

Practical tips

• Leave alcohol and glass bottles in your room or car. Do not assume a clear cup or can is fine; the page says alcohol is not allowed.
• Restaurants and bars off the sand are separate from beach rules.
• Look for signs at the beach approach, and check the county site for changes before spring break or holidays.

Laws change. Our laws and travel section covers other places, and a lawyer can advise on a specific charge.