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This Week: Events in Volusia (5/22 – 5/28)

Calling all adventure-seeking families! Get ready for an action-packed weekend in Volusia County; your ultimate destination for an unforgettable weekend getaway.

This information is evolving and will be updated as more info and events become available. Information has been provided by the city, county or by individual event pages. If you have any questions, please direct them to the organizers of the events.

**EVENT INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND RESTRICTIONS MAY APPLY. VISITORS ARE ENCOURAGED TO CHECK WITH EVENT ORGANIZERS DIRECTLY FOR THE MOST UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION.**

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Little Artists Workshop Series: May 2023

When: Mon May 1st 10:30am – Mon 22nd 11:30am

Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum, 78 East Granada Boulevard, Ormond Beach, FL 32176

This smooth week, little artists will focus on the element of art, texture! In a pre-art activity, little artists will explore and experience a variety of textures through a tactile sensory board. Then, after observing and artistically critiquing Famous visual texture artist Vincent van Gogh’s “The Starry Night” artwork, little artists will utilize texture rubbing plates to create their own texture artworks with oil pastels and crayons! But there’s more fun, for the second part of this art project, little artists will apply watercolor paints over their artworks.

Stargazing & Night Kayaking in Canaveral

When: Mon May 22nd 9:00pm – Wed 24th 11:00pm

Where: River Breeze, 250 H H Burch Rd, Oak Hill, FL

Viking EcoTours uses luxury pedal kayaks in Canaveral National Seashore so you can have an effortless and accessible kayaking adventure to see the spectacular night skies full of glittering stars

Click here for tickets.

Tuesday, May 23:

FLOWmobile

When: Tuesday, May 23 from 10AM – 2PM
Where: Deltona City Hall Parking Lot 2345 Providence Blvd, Deltona FL 32725

FLOW

FLOW – Florida Licensing on Wheels is coming to Deltona City Hall, Tuesday, May 23 from 10AM – 2PM!

The FLOW Program increases convenient accessibility by providing essential services with 14 mobile credentialing units at group events. FLOW services include but are not limited to License & ID credentialing services, renewal of a vehicle registration, purchases of a specialty license plate and more.

Click here for more information.

Mini Felted Landscape with Liz Canali

When: Tue May 23rd 12:00pm – 3:00pm

Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 East Granada Boulevard, Ormond Beach, FL 32176

Learn 2D needle felting techniques to create a mini landscape. Learn how to translate a design, choose the appropriate wools, create a sky and foreground, and add details. Be inspired by Liz’s designs or create your own! This class is appropriate for both beginner and experienced felters. If you’d like to create your own design and request your own colors, you must register by May 9th. You will receive an email on May 10th with instructions on how to request your colors.

All supplies are provided by instructor, including felting pad, pre-felt backing, various wools, 4-inch embroidery hoop, and two felting needles (additional needles will be available for $1 each).

Those who register by ay 9th will have the option to request colors for their own design. Those who register after May 9th will receive colors for a design selected by the instructor.

If you register by May 9th, you will receive an email on May 10th with instructions on how to request your colors.

Free Graduation Photos at the Library

When: Wed May 24th 9:00am – 4:30pm – May 31st 9:00 pm

Where: Ormond Beach Public Library, 30 S Beach St, Ormond Beach, FL 32174

Bring your cap and gown, or wear your finest, pick a background you love, and get your graduation photos sent to your email for free! Some graduation attire may be available for use at some library locations, please call ahead to see what is available.

Click here to make an appointment for your photo.

Wednesday, May 24:

Veterans Creative Expression Workshop

When: Wed May 24th 11:00am – 12:00pm

Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 East Granada Boulevard, Ormond Beach, FL 32176

Calling all Veterans, come create with clay and paint at the Veterans Creative Expression Workshop on May 24th! Those who attended last month’s session will now to get to paint their clay croton plate creation and all others will paint a pre-made pinch pot. Participants will also explore the Tradewinds exhibit during a guided museum tour. This free program is for VETERANS. A spouse or other family member (age 16 or older) may take the workshop with the veteran, but all participants must register in advance. Spots are limited. Please be prepared to present your military ID, Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC), DD 214 or driver’s license with veteran designation.

The Veterans’ Creative Expression Workshop Series at OMAM provides an opportunity to explore the museum’s current exhibit with Docent Diamond and create a one-of-a-kind art project

BESE Oyster Mat Workshop

When: Wed May 24th 9:00am – 12:00pm

Where: Marine Discovery Center, 520 Barracuda Blvd, New Smyrna Beach, FL

Join us as we create biodegradable mats that will help with oyster reef restoration and enhance habitat quality in the Indian River Lagoon! Volunteers will be threading recycled oyster shells onto biodegradable mats using wire ties. Volunteers should wear clothes they don’t mind getting dirty, and bring sun protection (though we’ll be under cover most of the time) & a reusable water bottle. MDC will provide gloves and tools. BESE Mat Making is every Wednesday in April and May 2023 from 9am-12pm and will be under the pavilion on the west side of our building. Preregistration is required. Volunteers 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult. This is not recommended for young children.

YOUR HELP IS NEEDED!!! Click here to register.

Thursday, May 25:

Spring Bird Walks with Joan Tague

When: Thu May 25th 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Location: Environmental Discovery Center

Address: 601 Division Avenue Ormond Beach, FL 32174

Program in the Park-Soils of Ponce Preserve Park

Date: May 25, 2023

Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Location: Ponce Preserve

Address: 4401 South Peninsula Drive Ponce Inlet, FL 32127

Join David Griffis and take a walk along the trails of Ponce Preserve Park to examine the different type of soils found in the park. We will also discuss the relationship between soils and plants. Be prepared to get your hands dirty.

Click here for more info.

Forever Explorers

When: Thu May 25th 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Location: 520 Barracuda Blvd, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169

Forever Explorers is a program that is especially designed for the young-at-heart lifelong learners who want to explore their coastal environment with certified naturalists. Whether you have retired and moved into our coastal community and want to learn about the new flora and fauna around you, or whether you have lived in Florida for many years and simply want to learn more about what you can do to protect and conserve the Indian River Lagoon, MDC hopes to help you have fun in a unique educational exploration.

Call 386.428.4828 or click here to book online.

Brit Floyd – The World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Tribute

  • Address: 600 Auditorium Boulevard, Daytona Beach, FL 32118
  • Phone: (386) 671-3462
  • Presented By: Peabody Auditorium
  • Dates: May 25, 2023
  • Location: Peabody Auditorium
  • Time: 8:00 PM
  • Price: Prices range from $39.75 to $64.75 plus applicable surcharges.

Brit Floyd – The World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Tribute is coming to the Peabody Auditorium on Thursday, May 25 with a brand-new production celebrating 50 years of the ground-breaking and iconic musical masterpiece, “The Dark Side of the Moon.” The show will feature classic tracks from the album including “Time,” “Money,” “Us and Them” and “The Great Gig in the Sky.”

The more than two-and-a-half hour set list will also include other highlights from Pink Floyd’s magnificent catalogue of albums including tracks from “The Wall,” “Wish You Were Here,” “Animals,” “The Division Bell” and “Medal.”

Taking to the stage to perform note-for-note renditions of all these classic Pink Floyd tracks will be the band of musicians that audiences have become familiar with worldwide over the years, featuring long time guitarist/vocalist and musical director Damian Darlington, who has played more than 2,500 Pink Floyd music related concerts throughout his career.

The band will also feature Ian Cattell, Edo Scordo, Eva Avila and all the other expert musicians that have joined the ranks of Brit Floyd over the course of the last decade. 

Having performed more than 1,000 shows since its launch in Liverpool, England, in January 2011, Brit Floyd has circled the world, sold out tours across Europe, North America, South America and the Middle East, and performed concerts at some of the world’s greatest venues including London’s prestigious Royal Albert Hall; the awe inspiring Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Denver, Colorado; the historic Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, and “The Showplace of the Nation,” New Your City’s Radio City Music Hall in Manhattan.

The Brit Floyd show has become a phenomenon, widely regarded as the world’s greatest rock tribute show. Faithfully recreating the scale and pomp of the final 1994 Pink Floyd tour, complete with a stunning light show, iconic circular screen, lasers, inflatables and theatrics.

Friday, May 26:

MOAS Astronomy Night at the Ballpark

Join the Museum of Arts & Sciences for a special night at the Jackie Robinson Ballpark! Be sure to be one of the first 1000 fans at the ballpark to receive a free Astronomy Night t-shirt! Gates open at 5:30pm and the Tortugas will take on the Lakeland Flying Tigers at 6:35pm. Following the game, there will be a special live night sky tour with MOAS Curator of Astronomy, Seth Mayo where we will be looking at our Daytona sky. 

Free Concert – Featuring Tommy Bryant

When: Fri May 26, 2023 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Location: Shores Pavilion, 3048 S. Atlantic Avenue Daytona Beach Shores, FL 32118

Contact: 13862813000

Email: ksmith@cityofdbs.org

Cost: Free

Friday, May 26, 2023– Free Concert featuring guitar player and singer Tommy Bryant, who performs 400+ covers from all genres and takes requests for fan favorites, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Shores Pavilion and McElroy Park, 3048 S. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach Shores. Free admission.Please bring your own chair & refreshments.

More info: 386-281-3000, www.CityofDBS.org

Brian Kelley

  • Address: 70 Boardwalk Avenue, Daytona Beach, FL 32118
  • Presented By: Daytona Beach Bandshell
  • Dates: May 26, 2023
  • Location: Daytona Beach Bandshell
  • Time: 7:30 PM
  • Price: Prices range from $29 – $94 plus applicable surcharges.

Country music superstar and Ormond Beach native Brian Kelley will be performing at the Daytona Beach Oceanfront Bandshell.

Kelley, aka “Beach Cowboy,” is planting his flag in the sonic sand with debut Extended Play, Brian Kelley’s Wave Pack (Warner Music Nashville / Nashville South Records, Inc.), out April 13. Basking in beats and salt air-flavor, the Florida boy’s hotly anticipated project coasts on all-good energy and boots-in-the-sand spirit, serving up four songs drenched in sun, swagger and beachside soul. Anchored in easy-rolling vibes, Kelley co-penned the full project and co-produced alongside Corey Crowder.

 As one half of Grammy-nominated, global superstar duo Florida Georgia Line, tallying 18 career #1 singles, more than 13.2 billion global streams, selling more than 40 million tracks and 4.7 million albums worldwide and logging 1.7 billion video views, they have performed for more than four million fans spanning massive arena and stadium headline tours. They’re the only country act to achieve two RIAA Diamond-certified singles – 11-time platinum, #1 breakout, “Cruise” (the best-selling digital country single of all time – SoundScan) and 10-platinum, #1 “Meant to Be” with Bebe Rexha (holding the longest reign on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart at 50 straight weeks).

Honored by Academy of Country Music Awards, American Music Awards, Billboard, Country Music Association and CMT Music Awards, the acclaimed multi-hitmaker has co-penned 10 #1s in the U.S. and three #1s in Canada (comprised of outside cuts and Florida Georgia Line chart-toppers) alongside Florida Georgia Line bandmate, Tyler Hubbard, plus inked over 100 career tracks recorded in total (including Florida Georgia Line hits). In addition, Kelley and Hubbard are co-producers on a remix with Justin Bieber and projects with Chris Tomlin and TVM songwriters Canaan Smith and Blake Redferrin. Both a music and business mogul, Kelley has diversified his enterprise into wildly successful partnerships with Hubbard, as well as solo projects including a musical and feature film, “May We All,” with his production company CuzBro Productions, cult-favorite brand Tribe Kelley with wife, Brittney, and a partnership with Oyster City Brewing Company.

Rock The Beach Tribute Series -A Tribute to Guns N’ Roses

  • Address: 918 North Atlantic Avenue, Daytona Beach, FL 32118
  • Phone: (386) 947-7397
  • Presented By: Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach
  • Dates: May 26, 2023
  • Location: Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach
  • Time: 7:00 PM to 11:30 PM
  • Price: General Admission tickets: $15 per person + tx/fees. This ticket type is valid for entry to the show in the general admission, standing room area. NO SEATING for this ticket type. VIP TICKET OPTIONS available

PRETTY TIED UP is the United States premier Guns N’ Roses tribute band. Forming in 2019, Pretty Tied Up has performed at some of the best venues around the country. There is no other Guns N’ Roses tribute with a touring line up as enhanced. Touring members have regularly included members from some of your favorite bands. Pretty Tied Up has a setlist spanning from 1985 through present day Guns N’ Roses. Nothing is off the table for Pretty Tied Up when it comes to Guns N’ Roses! CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE BAND

WYLD RYDE – Hailing from Louisville, KY WYLD RYDE brings Hard Rock and Heavy Metal into the new era with great hooks, arrangements and a heavy, razor sharp modern edge that is sure to please fans all over the world. Members Chief-Lead Vocals & Guitar, Tommy Blitz-Lead Guitar & vocals, Mick Watkins-Bass Guitar & Vocals and Kidd Vicious-Drums. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE BAND

DOORS OPEN @ 7PM

WYLD RYDE – 8PM – 9PM

PRETTY TIED UP – 9:30PM – 11:30PM

TICKET INFORMATION:

GENERAL ADMISSION TICKET OPTIONS: NO SEATING

General Admission tickets: $15 per person + tx/fees. This ticket type is valid for entry to the show in the general admission, standing room area. NO SEATING for this ticket type.

VIP TICKET OPTIONS:

ALL VIP TABLES INCLUDE: VIP Lanyard, front of stage viewing area (standing room section) a reserved VIP table side stage, a bucket of beer or a bottle of house wine, OR a 375 split of TITO’S VODKA and mixers (4 drinks), based on the table purchased & FREE valet parking. You must purchase all seats at VIP tables. VIP tickets are $35 per seat + tax/fees.

High Top Tables for 2 people $70 + tx/fees includes a bucket of beer or a bottle of house wine, OR a 375 split of TITO’S VODKA and mixers (4 drinks) & FREE VALET PARKING FOR 1 CAR

High Top Tables for 4 people $140 + tx/fees includes 2 buckets of beer or 2 bottles of house wine, OR 2- 375 splits of TITO’S VODKA and mixers (4 drinks each split) & FREE VALET PARKING FOR 2 CARS

Low Top Table for 4 people $140 + tx/fees includes 2 buckets of beer or 2 bottles of house wine, OR 2- 375 splits of TITO’S VODKA and mixers (4 drinks each split) & FREE VALET PARKING FOR 2 CARS

Firepit Seating for 6 people $210 + tx/fees includes 2 buckets of beer or 2 bottles of house wine, OR 2- 375 splits of TITO’S VODKA and mixers (4 drinks each split) & FREE VALET PARKING FOR 2 CARS

The Best of Both Worlds – The Ultimate Van Halen Tribute Band

  • Address: 124 North Florida Avenue, DeLand, FL 32721
  • Phone: (386) 736-1500
  • Presented By: Athens Theatre
  • Dates: May 26, 2023
  • Location: Athens Theatre
  • Time: 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
  • Price: Preferred $35 General $30

This is the only show that has the David Lee Roth Years and the Sammy Hagar years represented! One amazing singer plays both roles!

After huge albums and tours David Lee Roth left the band. In the late 80s Van Halen made a change and Sammy Hagar stepped in and immediately brought a new sense of vocal melody and a hit song writing mentality to the fold.
The band went on to massive tours with hit after hit, and great MTV videos!

The Best Of Both Worlds Band covers all of the great songs of the Van Halen catalog plus the big Sammy Hagar solo hits! Kenny will blow you away with his epic vocals and mannerisms and Brev channels Eddie Van Halen like no other!
Also, Brev was the guitarist in the band Arsenal for Tom Cruise who played Stacee Jaxx in the 2012 Warner Bros. film Rock of Ages!

Expect hits like: Jump, Everybody Wants Some, Dreams, Poundcake, I Can’t Drive 55, Panama, When It’s Love, Beautiful Girls, One Way To Rock, Right Now, Hot For Teacher, Why Can’t This Be Love, Dance the Night Away, and many more!

Six Pack Sam Band heads to Port Orange!

When: Fri May 26 – May 27 2023 8:00pm – 12pm

Where: First Turn Port Orange, 5218 S Ridgewood Ave, Port Orange, FL

Six Pack Sam band debuts at First Turn with their Country flavored Rock and Roll!

Saturday, May 27:

Memorial Day Turtle 5k Race

When: Sat May 27, 2023 8:00 am – 11:00 am

Location: Flagler Avenue Boardwalk, 201 Buenos Aires St , New Smyrna Beach

NSB Memorial Day Turtle Trek Beach 5k, Saturday, May 27th, at 8 am on the Flagler Avenue Boardwalk Beach Approach. During this chip-timed race you can run, walk, or jog along the beautiful hard-packed beaches of New Smyrna Beach! For $25, participants will receive a commemorative race t-shirt (while supplies last) and FREE “Flagler Tavern Bucks” for the after-party at Flagler Tavern. Registration starts at 7 am day of the race and the race time is 8am.

Register now at RunSignup

WHEN:
Saturday, May 28th 2022
Race Day Registration 7:00 a.m – Race – 8:00 a.m

LOCATION: Flagler Ave. Beach Approach, New Smyrna Beach, FL

ENTRY
5K – $25.00
Race Day $30.00

DAY OF REGISTRATION & PACKET PICK UP
Packet pickup will take place on race day at race site from 7:00 a.m. to 7:50am

DAY OF EVENT SCHEDULE
7am – Registration Opens
8am – Race Start
9:30am – Post Race Social and Awards Ceremony

Daytona Beach-Port Orange Toddler Tball

When: Sat May 21 – May 27, 2023 9:00am – 1:00pm

Where: Coraci Park, 5365 Cordgrass Bend Ln, Port Orange, FL

Come Join us in for Toddler TBall! Our programs will run for 8 weeks beginning Saturday April 8, 2023 nd ending Saturday May 27, 2023. There are only 10 spots available per time slot so contact us ASAP to reserve a spot!

Click here for tickets.

Please contact us for more details.

Fred Garcia (owner)5481 SW 60th Street, Ste 402Ocala, FL 34474352-425-0385

Flagler Avenue Wine Walk – May 27th 2023

When: Sat May 27, 2023 1:00pm – 7:00pm

Where: Flagler Avenue New Smyrna Beach FL

The Wine Walk is a monthly Progressive Wine Tasting event that takes place on Flagler Avenue, Saturday, May 27th, from 1pm -7 pm in New Smyrna Beach. Wine Walk tasting passports are $30 and include 20 tasting tickets along with a keepsake wine glass, map, and listing of each host locations wines for the month. During the event, locations offer both one and multi-ticket wines to sample of the 100 featured wines for the month. Those who want to share their 20 tasting tickets with a friend may purchase an additional wine glass for $5 CASH. Flagler Avenue will NOT be closed for this event which takes place inside host locations all along Flagler Avenue.

HOW TO PURCHASE TICKETS:

We offer two ways for you to purchase tickets to the monthly Flagler Avenue Wine Walk. You can purchase in advance on Eventbrite or the day of event for CASH ONLY starting at NOON. We have a limited number of on-line tickets for sale, but we have plenty of tickets, wine, and glasses, for sale the day of. Tickets sales end at 5:15pm day of the event, to give you plenty of time to enjoy the full experience of Flagler Avenue Wine Walk Event.

Please review your purchase options below.

ONLINE IN ADVANCE: Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite at FlaglerAveWineWalk2023.eventbrite.com until 11am the day of the event. For those who purchase online, tasting passports and glasses can be picked up at the “Welcome Porch” located 401 Flagler Avenue, on the corner of S. Cooper Street, starting at Noon. All pre-sold tickets must be picked up 5:15pm the day of the event and can ONLY BE PICKED UP at Welcome Tent located at 401 Flagler Avenue. Buy your tickets here.

DAY OF EVENT FOR CASH: Tickets can be purchased the day of the event for CASH ONLY at the following three locations:

West Welcome Tent: Flagler Avenue and N. Peninsula Avenue

Middle Welcome Porch: 401 Flagler Avenue and S. Cooper Street

East Welcome Tent: 401 Flagler Avenue and Atlantic Avenue

Stroll the street with friends and family on Flagler Avenue for our Monthly Wine Walk Event!

2023 Tennis Clinic

With Professional Coach Franklin Henry

When: Sat May 27, 2023 – 10:00am to 12:00pm

Where: Wes Crile Park (Tennis Courts), 1537 Norbert Terrace, Deltona, FL 32738

We are excited to bring free Tennis Clinics to our favorite park! Join us Saturday, May 27, from 10 AM – 12 PM at Wes Crile Park as we learn from the professional himself, Coach Franklin Henry! This event is free and open to kids ages 5-14. Registration for this event is not required. All you need is a racket and your game face.

**The City of Deltona will not provide tennis rackets for this event. Kids are expected to bring their own equipment.**

Questions? Please email WesCrilePark@deltonafl.gov.

Mermaids and Manatees in May

Come find your inner mermaid self, learn about the historic connection between mermaids and manatees, play a game and create a craft!

When: Sat May 27, 2023 @ 10:00AM

Where: Ponce Inlet Historical Museum,143 Beach Street, outside on the lawn.

Free; RSVP by 5/22 required:
Jennifer; Jlagreca@ponce-inlet.org or (386)761-2408

Louise The Limo Driver @ The Little Theatre

In this comedy written by Karen Poulsen, Louise encounters many interesting passengers in her limo over a period of six years. She has a big heart that gets her into some compromising positions and unusual trips driving her unique passengers.

All shows times are 7:30 p.m. with exception of Sunday shows which are 2 p.m.

EDGEfest Laser Light Show

When: Sat May 27, 2023 – 7:30pm to 10:00pm

Location: Hawks Park Amphitheater, 1108 S. Ridgewood Ave., Edgewater, FL 32132

For more information contact:

Brandi Matzek
Special Events Coordinator
City of Edgewater
Phone: 386-424-2400 ext 7207
E-mail: bmatzek@cityofedgewater.org

Time to “Go Crazy” Prince Tribute

  • Address: 124 North Florida Avenue, DeLand, FL 32721
  • Phone: (386) 736-1500
  • Presented By: Athens Theatre
  • Dates: May 27, 2023
  • Location: Athens Theatre
  • Time: 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
  • Price: Preferred $35 General $30

GET READY TO PARTY LIKE IT’S 1999!

Like a private visit to Paisley Park, you’ll be in awe as you watch this stunning Prince tribute!

Featuring extraordinary costumes along with all the hits you know and love, this show is sure to be a rocking’ night out!

Sir Jac has been performing this “Princely” production for for over ten years and is globally recognized as the premier Prince Tribute performer. He walks, talks and, of course, sings just like the legend!

Expect to hear all of your favorites like Little Red Corvette, Let’s Go Crazy, When Doves Cry, Kiss, 1999, and many more!

Be ready to get soaked in Purple Rain and relive the height of Prince’s career as you experience this truly wonderful show!

Turnstiles – Billy Joel Tribute

  • Address: 70 Boardwalk, Daytona Beach, FL 32118
  • Phone: (386) 671-3472
  • Presented By: Boardwalk Merchants and Friends of the Bandshell
  • Dates: May 27, 2023
  • Location: Daytona Beach Bandshell
  • Time: 7:15 PM
  • Price: FREE to the public with the option to purchase VIP seats for $15 plus applicable surcharges, and chairs may be rented for $5 each.

Turnstiles – Billy Joel Tribute

Boardwalk Merchants and the Friends of the Bandshell
Announce the 2023 FREE Star Spangled Summer Concert Series will Officially Kick Off Saturday, May 27, and Run Through Saturday, September 30

 On Saturday, May 27th, the Daytona Beach Bandshell’s 2023 FREE Star Spangled Summer Concert Series presented by Boardwalk Merchants and Friends of the Bandshell will officially kick off the popular summer concert series by hosting the first free Saturday night concert of the 2023 Free Star Spangled Summer Concert Series. Back by popular demand, the night sky will come alive with the “Bud Light-Lights Up Daytona Fireworks Display” over the ocean after the shows. Concerts begin at 7:15 PM and fireworks over the ocean follow the concerts at 9:45 PM.

The Star Spangled Summer Concert Series is an annual free summer concert series that takes place on Saturday nights at the world’s most famous beach’s historic Bandshell located on the North end of the Daytona Beach Boardwalk and is an experience both locals and visitors alike look forward to every summer. The Star Spangled Summer Concert Series is known for bringing the best Tribute Bands to the beach and will begin the 2023 concert series on May 27th and continue every Saturday night through September 30th. The family-friendly concerts make for a star-spangled summer of fun for everyone.

On Saturday, May 27th  the concert series will officially kick off with Turnstiles – the Ultimate Billy Joel Tribute Band at 7:15 pm. The Turnstiles band brings an energetic show that involves the audience and appeals to a large age group. Attendees can expect to rock out to hits like Only the Good Die Young, Piano Man, New York State of Mind, It’s Still Rock and Roll to Me, Allentown, She’s Got a Way, She’s Always a Woman, Uptown Girl, We Didn’t Start the Fire, You May be Right, and more.
 
The public is invited to bring their entire family. Attendees may bring their own chairs. VIP seat tickets will go on sale on Ticketmaster starting Friday, April 21. Ticketmaster will continue selling VIP tickets to each show through 2 PM the day before each show. Friends of the Bandshell will also sell VIP tickets at the Bandshell on the day of the show at 5 PM. VIP tickets are $15 per person and chairs may be rented for $5 each.

Bandshell parking is available at the nearby Ocean Center garage and surface lots. Attendees parking in the Ocean Center garage can take the pedestrian overpass to the Bandshell, purchase concessions and drinks, and enjoy the live show!

Additionally, while appreciating cool evenings with live music under the stars, concert attendees may stroll the boardwalk, play skeeball or video games while enjoying food and drinks, and the street performers on the world’s most famous Boardwalk.

Freestyle by the Beach – Summer Dance Party

  • Address: 918 North Atlantic Avenue, Daytona Beach, FL 32118
  • Phone: (386) 947-7397
  • Presented By: Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach
  • Dates: May 27, 2023
  • Location: Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach
  • Time: 7:00 PM to 11:55 PM
  • Price: General Admission tickets: $50 per person + tx/fees. This ticket type is valid for entry to the show in the general admission, standing room area. NO SEATING for this ticket type. VIP TICKET OPTIONS available

Christomeli Productions Presents Freestyle By The Beach -Summer Dance Music Party

Performing live:

  • NYASIA
  • C-BANK
  • CYNTHIA
  • TKA
  • JUDY TORRES
  • SAFIRE
  • ROB BASE
  • SPECIAL GUEST GEORGE ANTHONY
  • HOSTED BY SAL ABBATIELLO
  • DJ SMILEY, DJ WHITE BOY, DJ BLAZER ONE, EDDIE B. SWIFT

DOORS OPEN AT 7PM

TICKET INFORMATION:

GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS (NO SEATS) $50 + tx – These tickets are located in the General Admission standing room only area. NO SEATING FOR THIS TICKET TYPE.

VIP TICKET INFORMATION – VIP TABLES REQUIRE A MINIMUM PURCHASE OF 1 BOTTLE PLEASE SELECT YOUR BOTTLE AT CHECK-OUT. THESE TABLES ARE LOCATED SIDE STAGE WITH ACCESS TO THE STANDING ROOM VIEWING AREA IN FRONT OF THE STAGE.

PLEASE NOTE: TICKET PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE THE PRICE OF THE BOTTLE. YOU WILL BE PRESENTED WITH A BOTTLE MENU UPON SEATING. BOTTELS WILL BE PURCHASED FROM YOUR SERVER.

VIP TABLES FOR 4 PEOPLE AVAILABLE – $300 + tx ($75 PER SEAT – YOU MUST PURCHASE ALL SEATS AT THE TABLE) VIP TABLES REQUIRE A MINIMUM PURCHASE OF 1 BOTTLE PLEASE SELECT YOUR BOTTLE AT CHECK-OUT

VIP HIGH BOYS FOR 4 PEOPLE AVAILABLE – $300 + tx ($75 PER SEAT – YOU MUST PURCHASE ALL SEATS AT THE TABLE) VIP TABLES REQUIRE A MINIMUM PURCHASE OF 1 BOTTLE PLEASE SELECT YOUR BOTTLE AT CHECK-OUT

VIP HIGH BOY TABLES FOR 2 PEOPLE AVAILABLE – $150 + tx. ($75 PER SEAT – YOU MUST PURCHASE ALL SEATS AT THE TABLE) VIP TABLES REQUIRE A MINIMUM PURCHASE OF 1 BOTTLE PLEASE SELECT YOUR BOTTLE AT CHECK-OUT

VIP FIRE PIT SEATING FOR 6 PEOPLE – $450 + tx ($75 PER SEAT – YOU MUST PURCHASE ALL SEATS AT THE FIRE PIT) Firepits are located side stage with access to the standing room viewing area in front of the stage.

Sunday, May 28:

Riverfront Market

  • Address: 155 N Beach St, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
  • Presented By: Riverfront Esplanade
  • Dates: May 28, 2023
  • Location: Riverfront Esplanade – Veteran’s Plaza
  • Time: 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • Price: FREE

Join in at the brand new Riverfront Market at the Riverfront Esplanade happening the last Sunday of each month! Sip, Shop & Stroll with us at our next one on May 28th from 8-11am! Featuring local vendors, music, and a Wellness Walk at 8am! Mark your calendars and we can’t wait to see everyone soon!

Coming Up!

The next article is your complete list of Memorial Day Events in Volusia Country. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to celebrate with us!

Daytona Lagoon Memorial Day Weekend Special

To commemorate Memorial Day weekend, Daytona Lagoon’s waterpark is offering a special promotion from Saturday, May 27 to Monday, May 29. In recognition of our nation’s heroes, active and retired military members will receive free general admission to the waterpark by presenting a valid military ID.

For more information about Daytona Lagoon promotions and specials can be found on their website: https://daytonalagoon.com/specials

Monday, May 29:

NSB to host Memorial Day ceremony at the Brannon Center on May 29

All are cordially invited to join the City of New Smyrna Beach and VFW Post 4250 for a solemn Memorial Day ceremony as we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation on Monday, May 29, along the waterfront outside the Brannon Center, 105 S. Riverside Dr.

The American Spirit Brass Band will begin performing at 10:40 a.m. before the ceremony is opened with bagpipes by Steve Harkness at 11 a.m.

Following a Colors Ceremony, the National Anthem sung by Christie Beu, and a four-plane fly-by conducted by Yankee Flight, Commander Tony Witters will emcee a lineup of speakers including Sergeant Neil Coates (USMC), Mayor Fred Cleveland (USN Ret.), Admiral Steve Mass (USN Ret.), State Senator Tom Wright, and Representative Cory Mills.

The ceremony will then conclude with a Laying of Wreaths, “Amazing Grace” on bagpipes, and an Honor Firing.

Please join us as we unite in remembrance and ensure that the legacies of these extraordinary individuals live on. We look forward to your presence as we honor their selfless dedication and the memory of those who gave their all.

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