✨ Step into the magic of the season with our inaugural Holiday Cocktail Stroll, part of A December to Remember at the Riverfront Esplanade! Your ticket unlocks a festive evening of indulgence as you make your way through seven exclusive stops, each serving a handcrafted seasonal cocktail to sample and savor. As you stroll beneath the dazzling holiday lights along the riverfront, you’ll be swept up in the glow, the cheer, and the spirit of the season.

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✨ Support local makers and discover unique treasures at our Holiday Bazaar during A December to Remember at the Riverfront Esplanade! 🎁 Stroll through twinkling lights, shop one-of-a-kind gifts from small businesses, and soak up the holiday magic. Join us on Friday, December 5, 12, & 19 from 6–9pm for festive fun the whole family will love. 🎄 Plus, don’t miss Santa Sightings—snap the perfect holiday photo at Santa’s booth and make memories that will last all season long! 🎅

This whimsical show follows two great friends – the cheerful, popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad – through four fun-filled seasons. They celebrate and rejoice in the differences that make them unique and special through one hour of song. Part vaudeville, part make believe... all charm. Come for just the show or add on a delicious holiday buffet for a special treat.

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This whimsical show follows two great friends – the cheerful, popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad – through four fun-filled seasons. They celebrate and rejoice in the differences that make them unique and special through one hour of song. Part vaudeville, part make believe... all charm. Come for just the show or add on a delicious holiday buffet for a special treat.

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The Jacksonville Symphony delivers the uplifting and majestic gift of Handel’s Messiah. Shining with hope, inspiration and sheer joy, its message of faith has brought audiences to their feet since its premiere in 1742. Don’t miss being a part of this tradition and experiencing what has been heralded as “the greatest story ever told…the most majestic music ever conceived.”

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Cutting-edge sound meets live performance in this rock & roll showcase of students from Daytona State College’s Music Production Technology Program. Free Event!

🎄✨ Gather the whole family for HRT’s Mini Jingle Jam on Friday, December 5 from 7–8:30pm in the beautiful Rose Garden at the Riverfront Esplanade! Bring a chair or blanket to sit comfortably while enjoying a joyful evening of festive holiday songs performed by both adult and youth singers from Halifax Repertory Theatre. Their cheerful voices will fill the night with holiday spirit and create magical memories for all ages. 🎶❤️

✨ Support local makers and discover unique treasures at our Holiday Bazaar during A December to Remember at the Riverfront Esplanade! 🎁 Stroll through twinkling lights, shop one-of-a-kind gifts from small businesses, and soak up the holiday magic. Join us on Friday, December 5, 12, & 19 from 6–9pm for festive fun the whole family will love. 🎄 Plus, don’t miss Santa Sightings—snap the perfect holiday photo at Santa’s booth and make memories that will last all season long! 🎅

Come join the News-Journal Center for this delightful annual tradition!. Enjoy holiday classics from our Symphonic Band, yuletide tunes from our Choral Program and a few surprises thrown in along the way. Admission is free, but a ticket is required.

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Come join the News-Journal Center for this delightful annual tradition!. Enjoy holiday classics from our Symphonic Band, yuletide tunes from our Choral Program and a few surprises thrown in along the way. Admission is free, but a ticket is required.

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Set sail for smooth sounds and golden-hour vibes at the Yacht Rock Sunset Concert featuring Are Friends Electric (AFE)! 🌅⚓

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Gates open at 6 PM – Show Starts at 7:30 PM.
Have dinner at one of the Beach Street restaurants before the show!
NOTE: Ice chests, coolers, and containers are prohibited.

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of rhythm, color, and creativity as our dancers bring the magic of fall to life on stage in “Autumn Moves”. From crisp choreography to cozy vibes, this is the showcase you won’t want to miss!

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Florida Surf Film Festival (FSFF) returns to the Daytona State College’s News-Journal Center on Fri. and Sat., November 14th and 15th, featuring two incredible line-ups with all new work by early to mid-career artists and some unique, comedic looks at surf culture featuring @raglansurfreport Festival passes are now available, along with Green Room Memberships offering VIP perks such as reserved seating, meals, and drinks.

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Florida Surf Film Festival (FSFF) returns to the Daytona State College’s News-Journal Center on Fri. and Sat., November 14th and 15th, featuring two incredible line-ups with all new work by early to mid-career artists and some unique, comedic looks at surf culture featuring @raglansurfreport Festival passes are now available, along with Green Room Memberships offering VIP perks such as reserved seating, meals, and drinks.

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This unforgettable evening features the timeless swing of Count Basie, the lush arrangements of Sammy Nestico, the progressive flair of Stan Kenton, and the regal elegance of Duke Ellington. Experience the dynamic contrast of smooth harmonies and daring rhythms as legendary sounds come alive in a celebration of jazz’s most iconic voices in “A Night of Jazz”. Click here to purchase tickets!

✨Mark your calendars for Friday, November 7th and join us at the Riverfront Esplanade in Downtown Daytona Beach for an evening full of fun, flavor, and community spirit! From 5–9PM, the Riverfront Market will feature a variety of local vendors offering unique finds and handmade goods, alongside the lively Downtown Daytona Nights Food Truck Rally on Magnolia. Savor delicious bites from food trucks, enjoy live music that sets the perfect vibe, and wander through the First Friday Art Walk, highlighting the creativity of local artists. It’s the perfect way to shop, eat, explore, and celebrate the vibrant culture of Downtown Daytona Beach all in one night! ✨

"Falling for Flutes" is a whimsical celebration of fall, featuring fluttering melodies, cozy harmonies, and a touch of magic in every note. Whether you're a longtime flute lover or simply curious, this concert will sweep you off your feet—just like a crisp autumn breeze. This event is FREE to attend!

Experience the power of music as it paints landscapes of feeling and imagination in “A Journey of Emotional Sounds”. Featuring compositions by Sibelius, Elgar, Beethoven and more, this show will immerse you in a world of feeling. Guest Violinist, Dr. Alvaro Gomez, will be performing a special rendition of the Tzigane Rapsodie by Ravel. Don’t miss this afternoon of entertainment.

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Join us for the ultimate VW gathering at the beautiful Manatee Island, part of the Riverfront Esplanade in Downtown Daytona Beach! This Volkswagen-only show welcomes all air-cooled and water-cooled VWs for a day filled with cars, music, food trucks, vendors, raffles, giveaways, and fun for all ages. Enjoy live steel drum music, a kids zone, and free photos with Transformer Bumblebee from 10 AM–12 PM. Don’t miss the Top 15 Awards, Promoters Choice Awards, and a special gift for the first 150 cars.

Spectator Admission: FREE | VW Entry: $20 at the gate

Love, laughter, and mayhem take center stage in Twelfth Night (Abridged)! This fast, funny take on Shakespeare’s beloved comedy is packed with mischief, romance, and charm—perfect for audiences of all ages. Click here to purchase tickets!

Love, laughter, and mayhem take center stage in Twelfth Night (Abridged)! This fast, funny take on Shakespeare’s beloved comedy is packed with mischief, romance, and charm—perfect for audiences of all ages. Click here to purchase tickets!

This Halloween, forget the ordinary! Ghoulapalooza is Central Florida's MOST UNIQUE haunted experience. We're taking over the entire Manatee Island for a chillingly fun party you won't forget.

Dance under the stars, explore the haunted trails, and celebrate with hundreds of fellow ghosts and ghouls on a private island accessible via walking bridge, with plenty of free parking on Beach St. This is more than a party - it's an adventure.

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Love, laughter, and mayhem take center stage in Twelfth Night (Abridged)! This fast, funny take on Shakespeare’s beloved comedy is packed with mischief, romance, and charm—perfect for audiences of all ages. Click here to purchase tickets!

Love, laughter, and mayhem take center stage in Twelfth Night (Abridged)! This fast, funny take on Shakespeare’s beloved comedy is packed with mischief, romance, and charm—perfect for audiences of all ages. Click here to purchase tickets!

Get ready to turn up the volume! MPT Rocks! is a high-energy rock showcase featuring the creativity, skill, innovation and musical talents of our Music Production Technology students. This event is FREE to attend!

✨ Join us for a perfect Sunday at the Riverfront Market in Downtown Daytona Beach on October 19th from 10AM – 3PM! Sip, shop, and stroll along the beautiful Riverfront Esplanade as you browse unique finds from local vendors, enjoy live music by Aaron Esposito, and kick off your morning with FREE yoga led by Renew Yoga Studio at 9 AM in the Rose Garden (255 S. Beach St.). Don’t forget to bring your mat and some water! Mark your calendars—it’s a day full of community, fun, and great vibes you won’t want to miss. ✨

Autumn Echoes brings together rich, vibrant symphonic sounds that capture the colors, moods, and spirit of fall. Let these talented musicians take you on a journey of reflection and renewal in this unforgettable concert experience. CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Daytona. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Queen vs. ABBA at Gillespy Theatre at News Journal Center under the gentle glow of candlelight.

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Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Daytona. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Hans Zimmer at Gillespy Theatre at News Journal Center under the gentle glow of candlelight.

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✨Mark your calendars for Friday, October 3rd and join us at the Riverfront Esplanade in Downtown Daytona Beach for an evening full of fun, flavor, and community spirit! From 5–9PM, the Riverfront Market will feature a variety of local vendors offering unique finds and handmade goods, alongside the lively Downtown Daytona Nights Food Truck Rally on Magnolia. Savor delicious bites from food trucks, enjoy live music that sets the perfect vibe, and wander through the First Friday Art Walk, highlighting the creativity of local artists. It’s the perfect way to shop, eat, explore, and celebrate the vibrant culture of Downtown Daytona Beach all in one night! ✨