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MC YOGI to Headline #LoveDelray Feel Good Summer Kickoff in Downtown Delray Beach

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 - 3:09pm

Delray Beach, FL – May 14, 2025 – The Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is excited to kick off summer with the #LoveDelray Feel Good Summer Launch Party on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at Old School Square. This uplifting celebration of community, wellness, and music will feature the popular Coco Market Wellness Festival, a free concert by internationally renowned artist and yogi MC YOGI, and an exclusive ticketed yoga and music experience with MC YOGI in the Vintage Gym.

MC YOGI, a celebrated performer known for merging hip-hop, electronic beats, and spiritual teachings, has graced stages from Japan to India—and even the White House. With over 30 major yoga and music festivals under his belt, his inspiring performances combine movement, music, and mindfulness in a way that stirs the soul and elevates the spirit.

As part of the #LoveDelray Feel Good Summer, the Delray DDA is bringing you a series of inspiring events and exclusive experiences designed to nourish your body, mind and soul. From the high-energy launch party to a Full Moon Yoga event, cold plunge pop-ups, live concerts and engaging art walks, you’ll find moments of movement, mindfulness and music all summer long in Downtown Delray!

The Delray DDA is also launching a #LoveDelray Summer Savings Pass. Dozens of Downtown Delray businesses, including restaurants, retail shops and fitness studios are offering discounts and promotions all summer long.

“Downtown Delray has blossomed into a true wellness destination. With the sunshine year-round, our world-class beach, numerous yoga and fitness studios, farm-to-table restaurants, healthy cafés and luxurious spas, our downtown has developed an organic and thriving community dedicated to healthy living. We invite locals and visitors to have fun and feel good in our beautiful Village by the Sea this summer,” said Suzanne Boyd, Director of Marketing for the Delray DDA.

Event Schedule – Sunday, June 1, 2025: 

Location: Old School Square, 51 N. Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach, FL

  • 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM: Coco Market Wellness Festival (Amphitheatre)

  • 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM: #LoveDelray Launch Party & Free MC YOGI Concert (Amphitheatre)

  • 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM: Exclusive Yoga & Music Experience with MC YOGI (Vintage Gym)

Admission Details:

  • Coco Market Wellness Festival and #LoveDelray Launch Party & Concert are free and open to the public.

  • Tickets for the Exclusive Yoga & Music Experience are $45 and limited, available in advance and at the door at Old School Square Tickets.

Attendees for the yoga session should bring a yoga mat and water bottle. A pillow or blanket is optional for the meditation portion. Water and snacks will be provided. Tickets are non-refundable.

Learn more about the #LoveDelray Feel Good Summer Launch Party here: https://delrayoldschoolsquare.com/events/lovedelray-feel-good-summer-launch-party-with-mc-yogi

For more information and to see a full list of events at Old School Square, please visit: https://delrayoldschoolsquare.com/events.

 
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Delray Beach DDA Announces Exciting Summer Lineup of Free Sunset Concerts at the Square

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 - 3:06pm

Delray Beach, FL: May 12, 2025: The Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is excited to unveil the next round of performances in its FREE Sunset Concert Series, returning to Old School Square (51 N. Swinton Avenue) this summer!

Held at the iconic Amphitheatre, this vibrant monthly series brings live music to the heart of downtown Delray Beach on the fourth Friday of each month—just in time to catch the sunset. Gates open at 5 p.m., with opening acts kicking off the evening at 6 p.m. and headliners taking the stage at 7:30 p.m. 

General admission to the Sunset Concert Series is always free, making it the perfect Friday night outing for locals and visitors alike. VIP tickets are available for $50 and include a seat, access to a private lounge area with a dedicated bar, and one complimentary beer or wine.

Schedule of 2025 Sunset Concerts:

 

Friday, May 23: Memorial Day Weekend Kick-Off: Bon Jovi Tribute Band Concert

·       Opening Act: Strawberry Lane, a tribute band to The Beatles & Friends with a twist!

·       Main Act: Livin’ on a Bad Name, the #1 Bon Jovi cover band in the U.S., having mastered every nuance of the iconic band’s sound. Expect high-energy performances, soaring vocals, and all the classic hits that made Bon Jovi a household name.

Friday, June 27: Best of Rod Stewart with Barry Britton

·       Opening Act: Relentless Band, Florida's best party band covering the classics to current with a high energy performance that gets audiences dancing and singing to their favorite tunes.

·       Main Act: Best of Rod Stewart with Barry Britton, a high energy performance Rod Stewart Tribute Show celebrating his successful 40-year career featuring hits from Maggie May through to the Great American Songbook.

Friday, July 25: True Rumors – Fleetwood Mac Tribute

·       Opening Act: Spider Cherry, the creation of London-born singer/songwriter and multi-keyboardist Nathan Mercado. The group combines the songwriting of Elton John, with the theatrics of Queen, the danceability of Michael Jackson and the grunge of Nirvana.

·       Main Act: True Rumours, the world's most authentic Fleetwood Mac tribute band, re-creates all the great harmonies, the enchanting twirls, and the vibe of one of the greatest iconic bands of all time as they play hit songs like Don’t Stop, Dreams, The Chain, Gold Dust Woman and so many more.

Friday, August 22: Turnstiles – Billy Joel Tribute

·       Opening Act: The Flyers, a Delray Beach-based rock band influenced by The Beatles, The Band, SRV, Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix and Led Zeppelin. The Flyers play shows all over South Florida that includes original songs and covers of classic hits.

·       Main Act: Turnstiles – The Ultimate Tribute to the Music of Billy Joel. Since 2011, Turnstiles has performed to over tens of thousands of enthusiastic Billy Joel fans all over the U.S. Considered one of the finest Billy Joel Tribute shows in the country, Turnstiles’ renditions of Billy’s classic songs will please even the most passionate “Joel” fans.

Rain or shine, the DDA invites everyone to bring their lawn chairs, grab some takeout from a local favorite, or enjoy food and drink options from on-site vendors—and get ready to dance the night away under the stars. For more information and to see a full list of events at Old School Square, please visit: https://delrayoldschoolsquare.com/events.

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Cornell Art Museum Features “Impressions of Italy by Ralph Papa” Exhibition

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 - 3:04pm

Delray Beach, FL – May 2, 2025: The Cornell Art Museum is proud to present its newest gallery exhibition, “Impressions of Italy by Ralph Papa,” opening on May 16, 2025. The dynamic collection of 30 Plein Air paintings was created during Papa’s summer residencies in Italy over the past decade. The exhibition showcases the artist’s passion and versatility while exploring the Abruzzo and Percara regions of his Italian ancestry.

 

“It is an honor and rare opportunity to tell the story of Ralph Papa’s residencies in Italy through this collection of fine paintings,” said Marusca Gatto, Cultural Arts Director at the Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority. “This special invitation to journey with Ralph Papa over the past ten years, experiencing the Italian regions and cities through the eyes of an important impressionist artist is not to be missed.”

 

WHEN: Opening Night is Friday, May 16, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The exhibition will remain on view in the Upper SE Gallery of the Cornell Art Museum through October 27, 2025. Hours at the Cornell Art Museum are Wednesday 12 to 5 p.m.; Thursday & Friday 12 to 7 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday 12 to 5 p.m.

 

WHERE: Cornell Art Museum, 51 N. Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33444. Parking available in Old School Square garage.

 

COST: The Cornell Art Museum is free and open to the public. Donations are appreciated.

 

IMAGES courtesy of the Cornell Art Museum: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/cqb7umzfh6ljv49zxslqe/ADLyaEf2zI9YESS0tViMuQc?rlkey=h9ekce8ya2nk9yzznzmzgtyck&e=1&st=1z0z7kuq&dl=0

 
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Old School Square Rolls Out More Concerts in Downtown Delray Beach

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 - 2:58pm

April 14, 2025 – Delray Beach, Florida: The Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority (DDA) has announced three more concerts coming to Old School Square in the next two months. The concerts showcase a diverse lineup of tribute bands –  covering a range of musical genres from pop and country to rock ‘n’ roll, 80s/90s hits, and more – and all take place at the Amphitheatre at Old School Square (51 N Swinton Ave) in Downtown Delray Beach.

 

The Upcoming Schedule Includes:

Thursday, April 17, 2025: “Homegrown: The Zac Brown Experience” – This Tampa-based tribute band delivers an authentic Zac Brown Band concert experience. Gates open at 5 p.m., opener Cliff Cody begins at 6 p.m., and headliners Homegrown take the stage at 7:30 p.m. General admission is $10 (free for kids 12 and under) in advance or $15 at the gate. VIP tickets are $50 and include access to our exclusive VIP lounge with a dedicated bar, seating near the stage, and one free drink. Tickets available at tickets.delrayoldschoolsquare.com or at the gate.

 

Thursday, May 15, 2025: “The Dave Matthews Tribute Band” – The only nationally touring tribute to Dave Matthews Band since 2004, this five-piece group delivers the energy and intimacy of a true DMB live show. Gates open at 5 p.m., music starts at 6 p.m., and the headliner hits the stage at 7:30 p.m. General admission is $10 (free for kids 12 and under) in advance or $15 at the gate. VIP tickets are $50 and include access to our exclusive VIP lounge with a dedicated bar, seating near the stage, and one free drink. Tickets available at tickets.delrayoldschoolsquare.com or at the gate.

 

Friday, May 23, 2025: FREE “Bon Jovi Tribute” – The Memorial Day Weekend Kickoff of Old School Square’s FREE Sunset Concerts features the #1 nationally-touring Bon Jovi Tribute Band “Living on a Bad Name.” The concert is free and open to the public. Happy Hour in the Park from 5 to 6 p.m. Concert is 6 to 9 p.m. General admission is free. Bring your own lawn chair or you can enjoy our VIP Experience for $50. The VIP Experience includes access to our exclusive VIP lounge with a dedicated bar, seating near the stage, and one free drink. Tickets available at tickets.delrayoldschoolsquare.com in advance.

The DDA invites everyone – rain or shine – to bring lawn chairs and their dancing shoes and enjoy a night of entertainment with some of the best regional and national bands! Guests are encouraged to bring takeout from a local restaurant or purchase food and drinks from the local restaurant vendors featured onsite. There are no coolers or outside alcohol allowed. No weapons and no smoking at the venue.

 

For more information and to see a full list of events at Old School Square, please visit: https://delrayoldschoolsquare.com/events.

 
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Cornell Art Museum Extends Popular “ICONS of ART Italian Mosaic Portraits” Exhibition

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 - 2:50pm

Delray Beach, FL – April 15, 2025: Due to overwhelming public enthusiasm and interest, the Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is pleased to announce the extension of the “ICONS of ART Italian Mosaic Portraits” exhibition at the Cornell Art Museum through October 27, 2025. The acclaimed exhibition features 40 hand crafted mosaic portraits of iconic figures from the worlds of art, music, film and culture – including Frida Kahlo, Madonna, Leonardo DiCaprio, Sophia Loren, Amy Winehouse, David Bowie, and Mohammed Ali. Each piece is a one-of-a-kind work, blending centuries-old mosaic techniques with modern artistic interpretation.

 

Curated by Marusca Gatto, Cultural Arts Director at the Delray DDA, in collaboration with Guglielmo Zanette, Artistic Director of the Associazione Naonis of Pordenone, Italy, and creator of the Concorso Mosaic Young Talent, and prestigious Scuola Mosaicisti del Friuli, a world-famous Italian mosaic school, the exhibition has become a cultural highlight in South Florida.

 

To celebrate the extension, the Cornell Art Museum will host a Meet & Greet reception on Friday, April 25, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. The evening will include live music, refreshments, and a rare opportunity to meet the creative minds behind the exhibition, including Gatto and Zanette.

 

The event also marks the debut of the official ICONS of ART exhibition catalogue, available for purchase in the museum store. Printed in Italy in a limited run of just 1,000 copies, the 68-page hardcover catalogue is a collector’s item—featuring 24-karat gold leaf accents and an embossed ICONS of ART logo on the cover. As the first official exhibition publication in the Cornell Art Museum’s history, the catalogue underscores the museum’s rising global profile and its commitment to excellence.



“This project is a result of a prestigious partnership with Associazione Naonis  and highlights the growing cultural connection between Delray Beach and Italy, supported by the Delray DDA and Palm Beach County’s broader arts community,” said Gatto. “The exhibition has resonated deeply with visitors, merging ancient craftsmanship with contemporary spirit. This extension reflects the incredible community response and generous support we’ve received.”

 

The Cornell Art Museum is free and open to the public. It is located at 51 N. Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33444. Parking is available in Old School Square garage. Hours at the Cornell Art Museum are Wednesday 12 to 5 p.m.; Thursday & Friday 12 to 7 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday 12 to 5 p.m.

 
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