Art & Jazz on the Avenue on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in downtown Delray Beach. Stroll the SOFA (South of Atlantic Ave.) Neighborhood in a closed street style format, experience two stages of live music, art, culture, live muralists, an interactive kids' zone, and special promotions by merchants including the Delray Beach Market.
ART & JAZZ ON THE AVENUE IN DOWNTOWN DELRAY BEACH
Wednesday, MAY 25, 2022 – SOFA NEIGHBORHOOD
Delray Beach, FL – The Downtown Development Authority, in partnership with the Downtown Merchant and Business Association, is hosting Art & Jazz on the Avenue on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in downtown Delray Beach. Stroll the SOFA (South of Atlantic Ave.) Neighborhood in a closed street style format, experience two stages of live music, art, culture, live muralists, an interactive kids’ zone, and special promotions by merchants including the Delray Beach Market.
Event: Art & Jazz on the Avenue
Date/Time: May 25, 2022, from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Location: SOFA NEIGHBORHOOD (SOUTH OF ATLANTIC AVE.) – On SE 3rd Avenue from E Atlantic Ave to SE 2nd Street, downtown Delray Beach, FL.
Cost: FREE and fun for all ages
Overview:
Art & Activities:
Live Muralists, Street Games, Plein Air live painting and exhibition, Delray Art League live painting and exhibition (photography and paintings), The Studio – selfie photo opportunities, Arts Warehouse exhibitors, Interactive kids’ zone with Face painting and Caricaturist, Local Artist Vendor pop ups, Open house at Delray Beach Market.
Musical Entertainment:
Stage 1 – SE 3rd Avenue Across from Delray Beach Market
5:30 – 7:30 pm ~ Sunnyside Swing Trio
7:30 – 9:00 pm ~ Bad Apples Brass Band (New Orleans style)
Stage 2 – SE 3rd Avenue Across from South of Atlantic Luxury Condominiums
5:30 – 7:15 pm ~ Indigo Dreamers Duo
7:30 – 9:00 pm ~ Mervyn Johnston Trio
The famed Art and Jazz on the Avenue, aka “Jazz on the Ave” or “Art and Jazz” is an event which highlights local businesses, artists, and live entertainment. In celebration of the DDA’s 50th anniversary, this community tradition is returning with each uniquely themed event occurring in a different downtown neighborhood, encouraging community participation, and providing all with the opportunity to have a little fun.
“Art & Jazz on the Avenue has always been a highlight for both locals and visitors along with a piece of the fabric which revitalized downtown, said Laura Simon, Executive Director, Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority. This year we celebrate the relaunch with our merchant and business partners throughout all of downtown Delray Beach.”
FUTURE – ART & JAZZ ON THE AVENUE
July 2022
Event: Art & Jazz on the Avenue
Date/Time: July 27, 2022, from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Location: West Atlantic from NW 6th Ave to NW 4th Ave
INFORMATION: Please visit www.downtowndelraybeach.com/artandjazz; social media: @downtowndelray, @delraydda; or phone 561.243.1077.
Media Contact: Sarah E. Flynn – Willcaro Communications LLC
561.866.5064 – sarahf@willcarocomm.com
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About the Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority
The Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority DDA) mission is to stimulate, enhance and sustain the economic vitality of Downtown Delray Beach and the quality of life enjoyed by locals and visitors. Official Partners of the DDA include Menin Development, 4th & 5th Delray, Sundy Village-Pebb Capital, Grimes Events & Party Tents, and International Materials. For more information, please visit www.downtowndelraybeach.com or phone 561.243.1077.
