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Getting Spooky in #DowntownWPB

 

It’s officially spooky season, and DowntownWPB knows how to get in the spirit! Explore spooktacular events, haunted happenings, and ghoulish gatherings. Here is your guide to all things eerie and exciting in DowntownWPB! 

Mr. Jack O’ Lanterns Pumpkins (October 1-31): What’s more fun during the fall than visiting a pumpkin patch? Enjoy some family fun at Mr. Jack O’ Lanterns, where you can choose the perfect pumpkin, bring the kids to play on a bouncy slide, go pumpkin bowling and make memories with your loved ones! The pumpkin patch is open at 419 Lakeview Avenue from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. through Oct. 31.

Affinity Photo: Let’s Make Something Spooky! (October 19): Learn how to make your photos look scary for Halloween! See the tools and features Affinity Photo has to offer to make some delightfully scary photos. Click Here for more information and to register.

Spooky – Crafternoon for Kids: Pumpkin Decorating (October 21): Celebrate the spookiest time of the year by decorating your own Styrofoam pumpkin! While supplies last. Space is limited, and in-person sign-up begins in KidSpace at 1:30 p.m. Click Here for more information or call (561) 868-7703. 

Barbie Halloween Crawl (October 21): Get ready to paint the town pink during Barbie Halloween Crawl on Saturday, October 21! From 8 p.m.-1 a.m., join your fellow Barbie aficionados for Barbie-inspired cocktails, drink specials, impromptu Barbie-themed games, and more! Registration is at Camelot, located at 114 S. Narcissus Avenue. Click Here for more information and to purchase tickets.

Emo Night Brooklyn (October 21): Celebrate spooky season with your fellow elder emos during Emo Night Brooklyn at Respectable Street on Saturday, October 21! Starting at 10 p.m., mosh, stage drive and crowd surf all night long to all the emo anthems. Click Here for more information and to purchase tickets.  

Spooky – Preschool Halloween Play (October 25): Head to the Mandel Public Library on Wednesday, October 25 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. for an original, “not-so-spooky” Halloween play and Trick-or-Treating inside the library. Costumes are encouraged! Click Here for more information or call 561-868-7703. 

West Palm Beach’s Murdering Postmistress (October 26): Head to the Mandel Public Library on Thursday, October 26 from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. for historian Ginger Pedersen’s exciting lecture about West Palm Beach’s Murdering Postmistress: Lena Clarke. Lena Clarke was many things- writer, poet, composer, postmistress-murderer. This sordid tale of twisted love, the occult, grand theft, and murder takes place during the 1920s West Palm Beach boom. No registration is required. For more information, call (561) 868-7701.   

Clematis By Fright featuring The Spazmatics (October 26): Get ready to party like it’s 1989 during Clematis By Fright on Thursday, October 26! From 6-9 p.m., enjoy a fun performance by The Spazmatics, as well as costume contests and fun activities for the whole family. FREE to attend. Click Here for more information. 

Haunting History (October 26): The historians at the Historical Society of Palm Beach County are taking the third annual Haunting History to Woodlawn Cemetery under a nearly full moon on Thursday, October 26. From 7:30-9 p.m., listen to chilling tales of murder and mayhem surrounding the lives and death of local pioneers laid to rest at Woodlawn. Click Here for more information and to purchase tickets.   

Moon Crawl: Clematis Takeover Zombie Apocalypse (October 27): Join the Clematis Zombie Apocalypse on Friday, October 27 during the 3rd Annual Moon Crawl! From 8 p.m.-1 a.m., roam the streets while enjoying drink specials at multiple venues with 300 other crawlers. Registration will be at Clematis Social, located at 219 Clematis Street. Click Here for more information and to purchase tickets.  

Tarot 101 Workshop (October 28): Ever wanted to learn how to read Tarot cards or learn what individual cards mean? Come by the Mandel Public Library’s workshop on Saturday, October 28 with local Tarot Grandmaster Christiana Gaudet. Each patron who comes to the event will be able to practice on their own set of Tarot cards, while supplies last. For more information or to register, call (561) 868-7701.   

Spooky – Teen Movie Club (October 28): Do you like scary movies? Let’s eat snacks and watch Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark at the Mandel Public Library on Saturday, October 28 from 2-4 p.m.! Click Here for more information or call (561) 868-7705.    

Spooky – Family Movie (October 28): Families with kids of all ages are welcome to watch a fun, not-too-spooky movie in celebration of Halloween on Saturday, October 28 from 2-4 p.m. Coloring sheets and crayons will be provided. No registration required. Click Here for more information or call (561)868-7703.     

Nightmare At The 13th Floor (October 28): Celebrate Halloween this year at Treehouse, the highest rooftop bar in DowntownWPB on Friday, October 28! Wear your best costume for a chance to win some AMAZING prizes from Canopy by Hilton West Palm Beach Downtown! The festivities are from 8 p.m.-midnight. General admission is $10. Click Here for more information and to purchase tickets. 

MoonFest Creepy Crawl (October 28): Prepare to get spooky at the Moonfest Bar Crawl and Costume Contest on Saturday, October 28 on the 500 Block of Clematis Street! From 8 p.m.-12 a.m., enjoy specialty drinks from several locations, a $1,500 cash prize costume, and more! Click Here for a list of participating locations and to purchase tickets.   

A Wicked Affair Halloween Ball (October 28): Get ready for a spine-chilling night of frights at The Ben’s Annual Halloween Bash: A Wicked Affair on Saturday, October 28! From 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., enjoy a high-end costume party with haunted tunes, a deadly dance floor, and lots of “finger” foods. You won’t want to miss this Wicked Affair! Click Here for more information and to purchase tickets. 

Palm Beach Opera Presents – Haunted Opera (October 30): Even the opera house isn’t immune to ghosts and the supernatural! Join the Palm Beach Opera on Monday, October 30 from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. as they discuss the “Haunted Opera.” Learn about some of the operas that have a haunted and supernatural tale within them! For more information, call (561) 868-7701.  

Spooky Canva Collage (October 31): Learn the basics of Canva while creating a fun, spooky collage! Canva is an online graphic design platform that you can use for various creative projects, including content creation for social media and presentations. Click Here for more information and to register.  

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Your Guide To Happy Hour In Downtown West Palm Beach

Greeting the setting sun with a drink in hand sure beats sitting in traffic. So we agree that there’s no better way to unwind during the week than having a popular drink at one of Downtown West Palm Beach’s happy hour spots!

We did the hard work for you and came up with a guide for your happy hour exploration.

  1. 123 Datura Bar & Kitchen (123 Datura St.): The neighborhood cocktail bar that boasts “zero pretenses and a serious pizza game” offers a special happy hour menu Monday through Friday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., as well as Saturdays from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. offering 50% off the entire tab until 7 p.m.
  2. Avocado Grill (125 Datura St.): The breezy hangout known for incorporating avocado into several dishes also has a great happy hour deal that includes 2-for-1 drinks with select $4.95 dishes Monday through Friday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
  3. Banko Cantina (114 S Olive Ave.): The Tex-Mex restaurant and tequila bar has happy hour deals Tuesday through Saturday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. It includes half off small plates and half off select wines, as well as $4 beers and $7 Banko margaritas.
  4. Banter (380 Trinity Place): Located inside the Canopy Hotel, Banter hosts happy hour from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., including $4 beers, $5 draft beers, $6 wines, $7 well drinks, $8 must-try specialty cocktails and small bites.
  5. Batch New Southern Kitchen & Tap (223 Clematis St.): Known for its scratch-cooked, locally sourced Southern culinary menu, Batch has happy hour Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. featuring $7 drinks and appetizers, as well as daily specials like Whiskey Wednesday and Stubborn Sunday.
  6. BRK Republic (521 Clematis St.): The place where dogs rule offers happy hour Monday through Friday from 4 to 7 p.m., which includes 35% off all well drinks.
  7. Duffy’s Sports Grill (225 Clematis St.): Instead of limiting their specials to a specific timeframe for happy hour, Duffy’s offers 2 for 1 drinks all day, including wine. Everything from the bar, draft and bottled beer, top shelf cocktails and premium wines are included. 
  8. Elisabetta’s Ristorante (185 Banyan Blvd.): One of the newest places to grace our waterfront, Elisabetta’s Aperitivo Hour deal includes $2 off drinks, $10 pizzas, and $8 cicchetti at the bar every day from 4-7 p.m.
  9. E.R. Bradley’s Saloon (104 S. Clematis St.): The landmark bar and restaurant’s happy hour deal — which is Monday through Thursday, from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. — includes $6 well drinks, $4 beers, $8 wines, and $8 bar snacks.
  10. Fern Street Wine Bar & Kitchen (501 Fern Street, No. 104): This innovative farm-to-table restaurant hosts happy hour Monday through Saturday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. featuring a special happy hour menu, as well as BOGO Oyster Mondays and 50% off wine bottles on Wine Wednesdays. 
  11. Garden District Taproom (410 Evernia Street, Suite 119):One of DowntownWPB’s newer businesses, Garden District’s happy hour specials include 15% off all taps from 5-7 p.m. on Wednesdays and Thursdays, as well as Fridays from 4-7 p.m. and all day on Sundays. 
  12. Grease Burger Bar (213 Clematis St.): This award-winning burger joint’s happy hour is every day from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., where all drinks are half off at the bar.
  13. Hideout Kava and Tea Clematis (107 N. Olive Avenue):  Visit Hideout Kava and Tea, where you can enjoy $1 off single kava shells, $2 off double shells “every hour on the hour.” Enjoy a happy shell between 12-4 p.m. and get a complimentary game of pool. 
  14. Hullabaloo (517 Clematis St.): This unique spot’s happy is from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. every day, and includes 50% off sprits, wine, and beer (excluding bottles), as well as discounted bar bites and half off pizzas Mondays through Fridays from 4-7 p.m.
  15. Kabuki Sushi Thai (308 Clematis St.): Kabuki offers a special happy hour menu daily from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. except for certain events during the year, like SunFest and the Palm Beach International Boat Show.
  16. Kapow! Noodle Bar (519 Clematis Street): Head to Kapow! Noodle Bar every weekday from 4-7 p.m. for an amazing happy hour featuring half price wine, $4 Sapporo, $5 drafts, $6 drinks, and discounted bites. 
  17. Lost Weekend (526 Clematis St.): This legendary bar not only features arcade games, art and billiards, but also a happy hour deal every day from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. where the entire bar is 50% off.
  18. Lynora’s (207 Clematis St.): Founded on the culinary traditions of the Abbenante family, Lynora’s not only serves delicious Italian dishes but a daily happy hour menu that includes half off all drinks from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. (until 7 p.m. at the bar) and a $10-$18 dining menu.
  19. Mama Bella Gourmet Market (518 S. Dixie Highway): Located where Hibiscus Street and South Dixie Highway meet, Mama Bella hosts happy hour Monday through Friday from 4-6 p.m. The happy hour menu consists of gourmet appetizers and over 100 wines to choose from. Patrons can also bring their own wine and staff will open it for you for a $20 cork fee. For more information, call (561) 599-5500.
  20. Myers Lounge (329B Clematis St.): Located in the heart of Clematis, Myers Lounge hosts Hookah Happy Hour Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., featuring $20 hookahs, buy one get one cocktails, and $25 beer buckets.
  21. O’Shea’s Irish Pub (531 Clematis St.): A staple in the downtown area for over 24 years, O’Shea’s offers the best Irish experience, as well as a solid happy hour menu Monday through Friday. The drink specials last from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., while food specials are from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., then 10 p.m. to midnight.  
  22. Proper Grit (251 N Narcissus Ave.): Located inside the Ben Autograph Hotel, Proper Grit hosts happy hour Monday through Friday from 12-6 p.m. featuring $10 signature cocktails, $8 wine and spirits, as well as delicious bar bite specials. 
  23. Rivales Taqueria & Craft Bar (106 N Olive Ave.): Located in the heart of downtown West Palm Beach, Rivales offers a special happy hour menu every day from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., which includes $5 classic margaritas, $3 Mexican beers, $4 Casa Noble Blanco shots, $7 prosecco and $5 Casamigos Blanco shots. 
  24. Rocco’s Tacos & Tequila Bar (224 Clematis St.): A mainstay on Clematis, Rocco’s offers a great happy hour menu every day from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the bar.
  25. Roxy’s Pub ( 309 Clematis St.): From craft brews to dancing on the rooftop to block parties in the street, Roxy’s has it all, including happy hour Monday through Friday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. This includes $5 appetizers, $1 off drinks & beer, $5 glass of wine, and $7 craft cocktails.  
  26. Sassafras (105 S Narcissus Ave.): Sassafras hosts happy hour every day from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., featuring 50% off glasses of wine, beer and cocktails, as well as special priced food items. 
  27. Sourbon Kitchen and Bar (215 Clematis St.): Sourbon’s happy hour menu includes 50% off liquor and discounted bar bites every day from 4:30-6 p.m.
  28. Spruzzo (251 N Narcissus Ave., 8th Floor): Located on the rooftop of the Ben Autograph Hotel, this location doesn’t have a traditional happy hour, but there is a live DJ Saturdays and Sundays, not to mention awesome rooftop views of the waterfront.
  29. Sushi Yama (330 Clematis St. #107): Sushi Yama offers a happy hour menu every day from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. with discounted drinks and discounted sushi.
  30. Treehouse (380 Trinity Place): This rooftop bar at the Canopy Hotel offers weekly Wednesday Wine Specials every week from 4-8 p.m., featuring 50% off select glass or bottles of wine, as well as a choice between a small charcuterie board for $18 or a large charcuterie board for $30. 
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Black-Owned Businesses in #DowntownWPB

Support local black-owned businesses and their contributions to the energy of the Downtown district. The following is a list you can support right now! From Food Network’s “Halloween Baking Championship” runner-up and creative genius baker to experienced law firms to a chic style boutique; these businesses are stitched into the fabric of our community.

Note: This list is not comprehensive and will be updated as quickly as we are able to.

Food & Beverage

Blue Mountain Coffee
540 Clematis Street, #3
(561) 318-7296

This popular coffee house opened its doors in 2020 and exclusively serves 100% Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee. Their beans are renowned for being grown world’s highest mountain. Enjoy the rich aroma and smooth delicate taste during breakfast or lunch with homemade delights available every day as well. Owner Allison Boettcher is always there to greet guests. Originally from St. Andrew’s Parish, a Jamaican town that claims home to a stretch of the Blue Mountain range. Boettcher brings the passion of her homeland’s food to this unique spot.

Ganache Bakery
306 S. Dixie Highway
(561) 507-5082

Founded in 2011, Ganache Bakery Café is one of Downtown West Palm Beach’s premier baking business. The team firmly believes in providing the highest quality baked products made from scratch from only the finest ingredients. Highlights from the menu includes signature key lime tarts, rum cake and custom-made cakes for any occasion. The bakery is run by husband-and-wife duo Jamal and Nishanee Lake, who both hail from the Caribbean. Jamal is popularly known for his feature on a Food Network Baking Championship.

“At the time, we saw an opportunity to be a part of the growth and transformation that was about to take place in the Downtown and surrounding areas. Downtown West Palm Beach has a great mix of many cultures and people of all walks of life and at the time we planned to open, there was a need for a good bakery that offers custom cakes, specialty dessert, baking/cooking classes and Caribbean treats like our rum cakes and Caribbean fruit cakes. 

FIWE Caribbean Cuisine 
410 Evernia Street, #108
(561) 248-2065

Although FIWE is fairly new to Downtown West Palm Beach, the restaurant’s chef and owner, Shari Kedar McCalla Bedasee from Jamaica, has over 10 years of experience cooking Caribbean cuisines.  The restaurant was established in 2006 in Orlando, Florida and brought the taste of the Caribbean to the downtown district in 2020. Attaining fresh ingredients is a top priority so they’re sourced from local farmers markets. FIWE offers catering services, as well as online ordering and curbside pickup. Menu highlights include Jamaican Jerk Chicken and Browned Snapper!

Fun Fact FIWE stands for Finest IWest-Indian Eatery.

“I chose Downtown West Palm Beach for my business location due to its vibrant and active atmosphere, which I believe will attract a steady flow of potential customers. Additionally, its central location and accessibility make it convenient for local customers, tourist, and my employees.” 

Law

Cousins Law 
319 Clematis Street, #701
(561) 835-1727

Local law practice with stellar history of fighting for the rights of individuals, families and businesses in civil matters. Principal attorney Patrick Cousins, dubbed “The Lemon Law King,” has decades of experience as a Lemon Law Specialist with over 500 victories for his clients with defective automobiles. The firm also practices in the fields of Personal Injury and Personal Family Law. Their experienced team has reviewed more than 10,000 legal matters in over 30 years of practice and will handle your legal problem with professionalism and compassion.

Salesia Smith-Gordon Law 
922 Second Street
(561) 655-9279

Salesia Smith-Gordon followed in her mother’s footsteps becoming a 2nd generation lawyer. As an experienced trial lawyer & pharmacist, her mission is to work hard to help rebuild the lives of those seriously injured seeking justice against corporations and people who cause bodily harm or death. In 1993, she opened a boutique injury law firm that’s backed by a team of top-notch paralegals and investigators, who take pride in their professional integrity and provides exemplary representation to each client, case by case handling civil litigation matters, concentrating in plaintiff’s personal injury, wrongful death and medication error actions.

Retail

Oshun Hair Bar 
410 Evernia Street, #114
(561) 574-9670

Antoinette Wilks is the owner of Oshun Hair Bar & Boutique. Her boutique-style business provides nonsurgical hair replacements, hair prostheses, hair extensions and photography. Clients have the option to purchase hair; in addition to having install services at the salon. Browse through the formal and casual clothing options to complete the makeover.

Antoinette’s mother was the driving force behind her passion. While attending college, you could find Antoinette styling her teammates’ hair or providing style options for any occasion.

“I chose to open my business in this location because I appreciate its diversity. The small community fosters connections, especially through city-planned programs. Looking ahead, my goal is to support disadvantaged youth dealing with hair loss, health, and fitness. Being close to the community decision-making hub allows me to learn and make a positive impact.” 

Services

Winston’s Nail & Facial Lounge
215 South Olive Avenue, #100
(561) 429-3142
A modern nail salon providing an experience with equal parts of style and service, without skimping on the details. Popular services include nails, facials, blowouts, lash extensions, and waxing. Winston’s is open seven days a week and there you will see owner Letticia Hannighan greeting guests.

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5 Hidden Murals in The West Palm Beach Arts & Entertainment District

Wherever you go in the Arts & Entertainment District, there is art – even in the most unlikely of places!  Have you seen these hidden murals? 

1.”Clara:” Painted by artist Sean Yoro, Clara is a pleasant surprise to a passerby walking along Flagler Drive under the Royal Park Bridge, Yoro was one of the more than 20 artists who participated in the CANVAS Outdoor Museum Show in 2015.

 

2. Hidden Stairs Mural: If you take a stroll through The Square, you’ll notice the explosion of color and large geometric shapes created by husband-and-wife duo Chalk & Brush. The stairwell between Sur La Table and True Food Kitchen is the perfect spot for a photo.

Photo by Regine Zara Soliz via Instagram

3. “Natural Beauty:” If you head down to Artist Alleyway near Subculture Coffee on the 500 Block of Clematis Street, you’ll stumble across Anthony Burk’s beautiful art installation. Just look up! 

4. Evernia Street Garage Mural: From Miami’s Wynwood Art District to Lake Worth, Eduardo “Eddie” Mendieta’s artwork adorns walls throughout South Florida, and Downtown West Palm Beach is no exception. In 2014, Mendieta and his collaborative artists created the vibrant murals in the Evernia Street parking garage. Park on the roof and have an enjoyable art showcase while walking down. 

Photo taken by Eddie Amaya

5. Fern Street Wine Bar & Kitchen: Located at 501 Fern Street Suite 104, Fern Street Wine Bar & Kitchen not only has incredible food but amazing art. This eye-catching mural of a bull in the main dining room was created by Anthony Hernandez 

Fern Street Wine Bar & Kitchen via Instagram

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5 Most Instagrammable Murals In The West Palm Beach Arts & Entertainment District

Spice up your Instagram using one of the vibrant murals located throughout our district as the backdrop to your photos! Lucky for you, we’ve compiled a list:

  1. “Einstein’s Theory of Love (509 Clematis Street):” This vibrant mural created by Brazilian muralist Eduardo Kobra is perhaps one of the most photographed murals in DowntownWPB. Located in Artist Alleyway on Subculture Coffee’s patio wall, this mural was created as part of the CANVAS Outdoor Museum Show in 2015. 
  2. “The Revolution of the Groove (114 S. Narcissus Avenue):” This colorful mural, located on the façade of Camelot Yacht Club, portrays six revolutionary African American artists such as Nina Simone and James Brown, who used their music to challenge the entrenched ways of thinking at the time about social injustice and racism. This mural was created in 2021 as a collaboration between local Street Art Revolution Artists Anthony Hernandez and Caron Bowman. 
  3. “Yorick’s Skull (201 Clematis Street):” This unique mural, also created by Eduardo Kobra, is located on the façade of Palm Beach Dramaworks and was inspired by the Shakespeare play “Hamlet.” This work of art was painted during the CANVAS Outdoor Museum Show in 2015. 
  4. “Rising Signs (next to 550 S. Rosemary Avenue):” Thanks to multidisciplinary duo Eric Adolfsen and Carlton DeWoody, the outdoor staircases at The Square have transformed into illustrated panoramas lush with local nature and architecture. The stairs also contain messages that touch on themes of nature and architecture.  
  5. “Eris and the Golden Apple (333 Fern Street):” This seven-story mural created by South Florida artist Danny Doya in 2017, portrays Eris, the goddess of discord, gazing at the golden apple she holds. Located on the east side of The Alexander, this is a required photo-op while in DowntownWPB.  
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Celebrating 4th of July in #DowntownWPB

The 4th of July is just around the corner, and there’s no better place to celebrate Independence Day in The Palm Beaches than in DowntownWPB!  

4th of July Weekend Bar Crawl 

Get ready to visit five different locations in Downtown West Palm Beach on Friday, July 1! From 9 p.m. – 1 a.m., enjoy a free shot from Myers Lounge, 335 Speakeasy, Roxy’s Rooftop and Bodega Taqueria y Tequila, then head to the afterparty at Banko Cantina. Don’t forget to wear your red, white and blue! Click Here for more information and to purchase tickets.  

4th On Flagler 

One of the largest Independence Day events in South Florida is returning to the Waterfront (along Flagler Drive between Banyan Boulevard and Fern Street) on Monday, July 4, from 6 – 10 p.m.! 

Activities include live entertainment, the Bill Bone 5K, the Palm Beach Health Network Family Chill Zone, a Military Honor Salute, and refreshments for purchase. An 18-minute fireworks show is scheduled to ignite at 9:09 p.m., weather permitting, over the Intracoastal!  

The event is free to attend. Click Here for the full schedule of events.  

Celebrations at The Ben West Palm – Autograph Collection 

For the first time, The Ben Hotel is hosting a drive-in boutique car show on the front lawn! From 6-10 p.m., The Ben invites up to 40 cars to park on the lawn with front row seats to the 4th on Flagler fireworks show, beginning at 9:09 p.m. This is a free public event produced by Supercar Week Inc. that only requires a fee to register a vehicle. 

Proper Grit, the hotel’s indoor restaurant led by new Executive Chef Marc Rosen, will offer $100 bottles of Veuve Clicquot with White Chocolate M&M Popcorn to enjoy! Plus, the full menu of contemporary American food will be available to-go and hand-delivered to individual cars. The main dining room will be open for dinner and offer a complimentary bottle of Sea Sun wine by Caymus with the purchase of two entrees. 

Spruzzo, DowntownWPB’s only rooftop waterfront restaurant, has partnered with Veuve Clicquot and will be offering several fireworks viewing options with live music by DJ Kristian Caro from 5:3011:30 p.m.! VIP poolside cabana and table reservations begin at 5:30 p.m. and range from $75-$325 per person (and include prepaid food and beverage minimums and 20% gratuity). Cocktail attire encouraged. Reservations are required and can be made online. 

Independence Day Celebration at Pistache French Bistro  

Enjoy an evening of American BBQ favorites and a view of the 4th of Flagler fireworks display at Pistache French Bistro! Located at 101 N. Clematis Street, Pistache will be serving an array of mouthwatering dishes, including chili BBQ pork belly and firehouse chili. Click Here to see the full menu. Visit PistacheWPB.com to book your table.  

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Juneteenth Celebrations in and around #DowntownWPB

Juneteenth (June 19) commemorates the day the announcement of the abolition of slavery was made in Texas in 1865. This weekend, celebrate and honor African American culture through the arts, history, entertainment, and more! 

  1. Celebration For All! Rohi’s Readery’s One-Year Anniversary (June 18-19): Rohi Readery, the country’ first-ever social justice driven bookstore and The Square are hosting a two-day diversity and family celebration on Saturday, June 18 and Sunday, June 19. Rohi’s Readery will also be celebrating their one-year anniversary. From 10 a.m.-7 p.m., attendees can enjoy eclectic culinary pop-ups, an array of local Black-owned businesses, live musical performances and more! The event is free to attend but registration for events is required. Click Here for the full schedule of events and to register.  
  2. Juneteenth Family Celebration Day (Norton Museum of Art): Bring your family and friends to the Norton Museum of Art on Saturday, June 18 for the Juneteenth Family Celebration Day! From 12-5 p.m., enjoy live musical performances, dance, gallery talks on African American artists, storytelling, and art-making activities. Admission is free. Click Here for more information.  
  3. Juneteenth Freedom Day of Celebration (500 Block): Head to the 500 Block on Saturday, June 18 from 3-11 p.m. for a Juneteenth celebration filled with music, food, arts and more! The event is for all ages and FREE to attend. Click Here for the full schedule of events.  
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Celebrating Father’s Day in #DowntownWPB

Whether you’re celebrating your father, husband, stepfather, brother or role model; we encourage you to honor them on this special day. Here’s a list of Father’s Day specials and happenings in DowntownWPB:

  1. Ascend The Trend Barbershop & Nails (420 Clematis Street, Suite C): This family-owned barbershop will be offering two Father’s Day specials this year: the $100 Ultimate Combo (haircut, razored-edge finished hair line, 5-step gentleman facial, a hot towel gel lather neck shave and choice of alcohol/aftershave) and the $50 Basic Mani Pedi Combo with buff and shine. For more information or to book an appointment, visit AscendTheTrend.com or call (561)812-2300.  
  2. Copper Blues Rock Pub & Kitchen (550 S. Rosemary Avenue): Give your dad something he really wants for Father’s Day… BEER! Copper Blues is offering a free pint of beer for every dad on Sunday, June 19. For more information, visit CopperBluesLive.com or call (561)404-4101.  
  3. Duffy’s Sports Grill (225 Clematis Street): From now through Sunday, June 19, one lucky Duffy’s MVP member will win the Grand Prize trip for four to take Dad offshore fishing out on the high seas, plus a $100 Duffy’s gift card to enjoy once you’re on dry land! Visit DuffysMVP.com for more information on how to qualify for the giveaway or call (561)-249-1682.  
  4. Kapow! Noodle Bar (519 Clematis Street): Work on your Dad bod this Father’s Day (June 19) with a free beer at Kapow! For more information, visit KapowNoodleBar.com or call (561)246-3827.  
  5. Pistache French Bistro (101 N. Clematis Street): Celebrate Papa this Father’s Day at Pistache! The French bistro is offering specials for brunch (11 a.m.-2:20 p.m.) and dinner (starts at 5:30 p.m.), along with a complimentary drink for all fathers. For more information or to make a reservation, visit PistacheWPB.com or call (561)833-5090.  
  6. Proper Grit (251 N. Narcissus Avenue): Located inside the Ben Autograph Collection, Proper Grit is offering a chophouse Father’s Day special on Sunday, June 19 called “Fit for a King.” It includes a 36-ounce Tomahawk steak with a twice-baked loaded potato and asparagus. Father figures will also receive a small bottle of WhistlePig Whiskey’s smooth “Ben Barrel Blend” and a cigar all priced at $150 (not including tax and gratuity). A selection of barrel-aged specialty cocktails will also be available for dad to kick back and enjoy in Proper Grit’s relaxed public house and whiskey library-like. Indoor and outdoor seating is available with reservations recommended. To reserve, call 561-655-4001 or visit ProperGrit.com. 
  7. Visit Palm Beach (226 Datura Street): Visit Palm Beach is currently offering 20% off gift cards from now through Father’s Day weekend to use on some fun activities, like jet skis, paddle boards, kayaks, and Segway tours! For more information, head to VisitPalmBeach.com or call (561)881-9757.  
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Mother’s Day In #DowntownWPB

Where would we be without our moms? DowntownWPB wants to help you show your appreciation and celebrate the mothers, stepmothers, and mother figures in your life! Check out our list of Mother’s Day specials and happenings:  

  1. Alchemy Juice Co. & Market (527 Clematis Street): Grab the moms in your life and learn the beautiful craft of charcuterie during the Mother’s Day Charcuterie Board Class on Friday, May 6 from 6:30-8 p.m. Under the guidance of Cynthia from @touchoftastecharcuterie, you will learn how to create stunning boards and wow everyone with your newfound charcuterie skills! Tickets are $75. Click Here for more information and to purchase tickets.  
  2. Kapow! Noodle Bar (519 Clematis Street): Head to Kapow! Noodle Bar on Sunday, May 8 from 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. for a special Mother’s Day Brunch! Enjoy the extra special brunch menu and complimentary mimosas offered to all the moms. Click Here to book your table. For more information, visit KapowNoodleBar.com or call (561)246-3827. 
  3. Pistache French Bistro (101 N. Clematis Street): Celebrate mom with a special brunch at Pistache on Sunday, May 8 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Enjoy a special three-course prix fixe menu for $85 per person ($30 for children). All moms will receive a complimentary mimosa, bellini, house wine or Bloody Mary. To book your reservation, visit PistacheWPB.com or call (561)833-5090. 
  4. Proper Grit (251 N. Narcissus Avenue): Have a “proper” Mother’s Day at Proper Grit on Sunday, May 8! From 11 a.m.-3 p.m., enjoy a special brunch menu, a complimentary bellini or mimosa for the lady of honor, and a “build your own bouquet” station, which gives each dining party the opportunity to create a custom bouquet for mom at no charge. Special brunch menu items include King crab benedict, grilled asparagus, béarnaise, toasted lemon poppy seed bread, and salmon caviar for $32 or Challah stuffed French toast, with peanut butter, Nutella, fresh berries, whipped sweet mascarpone, truffle honey, and caramel for $19. A reservation is required; for more information or to make a reservation, visit ProperGrit.com or call (561)655-4001.  
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Easter in #DowntownWPB

Easter Sunday is April 17 and several DowntownWPB establishments are offering Easter specials and brunches so you and your loved ones can celebrate the holiday weekend.

  1. Batch New Southern Kitchen & Tap (225 Clematis Street): This Clematis Street mainstay is hosting Easter Brunch and their own version of an Easter egg hunt, where each table can pick an Easter egg and win “ridiculous prizes.” Brunch is from 10 am.-4 p.m. For more information, visit BatchSouthern.com/WPB or call (561)708-0000.  
  2. Johan’s Joe Swedish Restaurant (401 S. Dixie Highway, Suite 3): Celebrate Easter with a Swedish twist! Pre-order their delicious semlor buns to enjoy as a delicious treat on Easter Sunday. For more information or to order online, visit JohansJoe.com or call (561)808-5090.  
  3. Pioneer Linens (210 N. Clematis Street): Shop the Kim Seybert “Spring Delights” collection at Pioneer Linens. From cocktail napkins to coasters to tablecloths, this collection has the perfect Easter décor for your table. For more information, visit PioneerLinens.com or call (800)207-5463.  
  4. Pistache French Bistro (101 N. Clematis Street):  Enjoy an elegant Easter brunch experience from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Chef Mike Burgio will prepare a three-course prix fixe menu for $85 per person full of Pistache classics, as well as seasonal dishes! Visit PistacheWPB.com/Reservations to book your table. For more information, call (561)833-5090.  
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