Honoring Dale Earnhardt

Thirteen years ago tomorrow, Dale Earnhardt died in a racing crash at Daytona International Speedway.

To celebrate the life and accomplishments of one of its biggest heroes, the Charlotte skyline will illuminate with 45,730 blue LED lights atop the Duke Energy Building in his honor.

The light presentation at the 786-foot-tall Duke Energy Building, as well as the annual Candlelight Tribute at Dale Earnhardt Inc. in Mooresville NC, is presented by The Dale Earnhardt Foundation. 

The foundation's mission is to "Continue the Legend" that sustains Dale's lifelong commitment to Children, Education and Environmental/Wildlife Preservation. The Candlelight Tribute with open showroom is held from 6:00-8:00pm/et at Dale Earnhardt Inc. in Mooresville, NC. Those unable to attend are encouraged to light a candle at home that evening in honor of Dale Earnhardt's remarkable spirit.