April and May Events in downtown West Palm Beach

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City of West Palm Beach | Event Calendar Listings  

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Website: www.wpb.org/events  

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Blankets and chairs are recommended for Clematis by Night, Screen on the Green and Sunday on the Waterfront. 

Parking is available in city garages, the Banyan and Evernia garages being the closest to the events. For more information, visit www.wpb.org/events 

April 2023  

WEST PALM BEACH GREENMARKET  

Saturdays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. through April 15 (OF NOTE: LAST Market of the season is April 15) 

Great Lawn | 100 N. Clematis Street 

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The West Palm Beach GreenMarket features more than 110 vendors selling various products, including fresh fruits and vegetables, coffees and teas, flowers and plants, homemade specialty items, desserts, treats, and so much more. Live entertainment at the GreenMarket is sponsored by Joe Dimaggio’s Children’s Health Specialty Center. This season’s theme is “Sweet Success” in honor of the Market’s back-to-back wins as the “Best Farmers Market” in the U.S., according to a USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice poll. 

The West Palm Beach GreenMarket’s mission is to provide the community with seasonal access to locally grown fresh fruits, vegetables, plants, and agricultural products. The market supports the southeast Florida agricultural community and stimulates agricultural development, particularly in Palm Beach County, by providing an outlet for locally grown crops and specialty products. 

In addition to the USA TODAY 10Best recognition, the GreenMarket has been featured in The Boston Globe and named the No. 1 greenmarket in Florida by Cooking Light magazine. In 2021, the GreenMarket was recognized by VISIT FLORIDA with a prestigious silver Flagler Award at the tourism marketing cooperative’s annual Florida Governor’s Conference on Tourism.  

Parking is available in City of West Palm Beach public garages, which are the Clematis, Banyan, City Center, Sapodilla, and Evernia garages. The Banyan and Evernia garages are closest to the event and subject to the City’s all-day weekend flat rate of $5. The City Center, Clematis and Sapodilla garages will be free during market hours, with current parking rates in effect afterward. Free Circuit vehicles will be available during market hours to take patrons to and from their vehicles (see Circuit’s website for more details). Those interested in arriving by boat can also take advantage of the City’s free public docks. The Clematis Street Dock is the closest dock to the market. Those who wish to arrive by trolley may take the Green or Yellow Line routes, a map of which is available on the Downtown Development Authority’s website. Please note, the Yellow Line route opens at 11 a.m. on Saturdays. 

Key April GreenMarket dates:  

  • Weekly Pop-up Workshops 

Learn about GreenMarket-related topics, like setting a holiday table, decorating a cake, or easy party appetizers. For more info, click here.  

  • April 1 – Everything’s Gonna BRIE Alright! Mastering Cheese 
  • April 8 – Chai This at Home 
  • April 15: LAST GreenMarket of the season | In honor of the last day of the season, the City will host its annual “Make Like a Tree and Leave” promotion, where the Office of Sustainability will give out trees to West Palm Beach residents.  

CLEMATIS BY NIGHT 

Thursdays, 6 – 9 p.m.  

Great Lawn | 100 N. Clematis Street 

April 6: Sweet Justice (Reggae) | Visit Website 

Sweet Justice, a band on the cutting edge of reggae, will captivate Clematis by Night attendees with their energizing sound and style. The group is a renowned name on the South Florida music scene, composed of a dynamic and soulful brotherhood whose members hail from an eclectic assortment of Caribbean islands.   

April 13: Killbillies (Folks & Roots) | Visit Website 

Killbillies are a South Florida-based folk/roots band with influences of Americana, alt-country, and English and Irish Folk and Punk that formed in 2010. Their heady mix of Celtic, rock, punk, bluegrass, and country make their music excitingly different. The band has created its unique sound by pairing its unusual instrumentation of banjo, upright bass, guitar, and saxophone with its blend of foot drums. Add to that their three-part vocal harmonies, and Killbillies is a musical experience that will get you smiling and dancing before you know it. 

April 20: Clematis by Night Celebrates SunFest featuring Hot Pink Band (Rock) | Visit Website 

Fans and friends are invited to come out to kick off SunFest! This Clematis by Night will feature SunFest swag (while supplies last), SunFest ticket giveaways and more! The evening will also feature live music from Hot Pink.  

Hot Pink is an eclectic rock band based out of Cocoa Beach, comprised of seasoned musicians who have played throughout Central Florida for over a decade. Hot Pink creates great entertainment for all ages with the perfect blend of soulful guitar, powerful vocals, and thick rhythms. Playing everything from Stevie Wonder to The Beatles, and from soul to rock and roll. 

April 27: Big Al & the Heavyweights (Gumbo, Blues & Zydeco) | Visit Website 

From Cajun to Zydeco to blues to rock and everything in between, Big Al & the Heavyweights offer a musical gumbo sure to please all! Formed in 1996 as the Unknown Blues Band, with founding members Big Al Lauro, Warren Haynes, and Rick Gergen, this New Orleans group has been featured at festivals and venues throughout the U.S. It will now be coming to the West Palm Beach Waterfront to deliver a family-friendly, energetic, and fun live performance.   

SCREEN ON THE GREEN 

Second Friday of the month (April 14), 7 – 9 p.m.  

Waterfront – The Great Lawn | 100 N. Clematis Street 

Film Feature: Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (PG) | Official Trailer  

About Sonic the Hedgehog: 

After settling in Green Hills, Sonic is ready for more freedom, and Tom and Maddie agree to leave him home while they go on vacation. But, no sooner are they gone when Dr. Robotnik comes back, this time with a new partner, Knuckles, in search of an emerald that has the power to both build and destroy civilizations. Sonic teams up with his sidekick, Tails, and together they embark on a journey to find the emerald before it falls into the wrong hands. 

Outdoor movie watching has never been more inviting than on the West Palm Beach Waterfront. Join us on the second Friday of every month for FREE family-friendly activities and movies in an open-air theater. Foodservice and concessions will be available on-site. 

SUNDAY ON THE WATERFRONT  

Third Sunday of the month (April 16), 4 – 7 p.m.  

** OF NOTE ** this month’s Sunday on the Waterfront is back at the Meyer Amphitheatre | 105 Evernia Street, West Palm Beach, Florida 33401 

Headliner: Big City Dogs (Rock & Blues) | Visit Website 

The Big City Dogs are a South Florida-based classic rock and blues band that pay tribute to great bands of the ‘60s through the 2000s. Classic cover favorites performed by the band include hits by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Bon Jovi, The Eagles, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Hootie and the Blowfish, and many more. The “DOGS” are known to perform country and Motown hits as well, so concertgoers should be ready for a little bit of everything. 

May 2023  

CLEMATIS BY NIGHT 

Thursdays, 6 – 9 p.m.  

Great Lawn | 100 N. Clematis Street 

May 4: No Clematis by Night due to Sunfest 

May 11: 56 Ace (Modern Country Rock) | Visit Website 

56 Ace is an energetic entertainment band that has performed at big and small venues all over South Florida. The band’s diverse style ranges from country to rock and pop, and their infectious groove keeps the dance floor packed all night long. 

May 18: Joey Calderaio Band (American Reggae) | Visit Website 

South Florida-based musician Joey Calderaio is well-known for creating one-man band-style videos, playing multiple instruments, and singing covers of fan-favorite jams. This series helped cultivate a substantial and loyal following by sharing those videos on Instagram, YouTube, and his Facebook group “Joey’s Bag of Donuts.” Joey has become a household name in the genre by fusing rock, reggae, pop, and many other musical influences in his extensive catalog. 

May 25: The Flyers (Rock) | Visit Website 

The Clematis is about to get a little hotter with the energetic power trio that calls themselves The Flyers! The Flyers appeal to people of all interests and ages, including those who enjoy listening to good music, love to dance or want to rock out. With three multi-instrumentalists in the band, guests shouldn’t be surprised to see instruments exchanged in the middle of a song! The Flyers are a must-see act that always brings a good vibe for a good time. 

The Flyers

SCREEN ON THE GREEN 

Second Friday of the month (May 12), 7 – 9 p.m.  

Waterfront – The Great Lawn | 100 N. Clematis Street 

Film Feature: Jurassic World Dominion (PG-13) | Official Trailer  

About Jurassic World Dominion: 

After surviving the destruction of Isla Nubla, Owen Grady and Claire Dearing took in young Maisie Lockwood. They’ve been living under the radar to protect Maisie, but she feels like a prisoner. When Maisie goes missing, Owen and Claire set out to find her and eventually confront Lewis Dodgson, owner of Biosyn. Paleobotanist Ellie Sattler, Paleontologist Alan Grant, and Chaotician Ian Malcolm set out to expose Dodgson’s schemes. 

Outdoor movie watching has never been more inviting than on the West Palm Beach Waterfront. Join us on the second Friday of every month for FREE family-friendly activities and movies in an open-air theater. Foodservice and concessions will be available on-site. 

SUNDAY ON THE WATERFRONT  

Third Sunday of the month (May 21), 4 – 7 p.m.  

** OF NOTE ** this month’s Sunday on the Waterfront is back at the Meyer Amphitheatre | 105 Evernia Street, West Palm Beach, Florida 33401 

Headliner: Actual Bank Robbers (High Energy Rock & Pop) | Visit Website 

Actual Bank Robbers is a 5-piece pop rock cover band in Tampa, Florida. The band comprises musicians who all met while working at a theme park, which is reflected in the band’s carefree, super fun, and various Top 40 show. A favorite among Tampa audiences, they play it all – from Backstreet Boys, Bon Jovi, Blink 182, to Spice Girls and Jackson 5, while adding exciting pop-rock energy to anything they touch! 

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The West Palm Beach GreenMarket is produced by the City of West Palm Beach. GreenMarket sponsors for the 2022 – 2023 season include: Joe DiMaggio’s Children Health Specialty Center, Paradise Exteriors, Jaguar Palm Beach, Land Rover Palm Beach, Next Home Real Estate Executives, BG011 Cleaning Services, NW Mutual – The McKernan Financial Group, Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections, Humana, Stretch Zone, Norton Museum of Art, Florida Crystals, WPBF 25 News, SUNNY 107.9, New Country 103.1, The Palm Beach Post, WPB Magazine and West Palm Beach Community Redevelopment Agency.