Radar: To Do in JAX 7.20-7.23

Young the Giant. Photo courtesy of subjects.

This weekend in JAX, expect music, food, art and fun! Whether you spend your days at the beach, at concerts or in bars and restaurants, plan to make it to these events featuring local and international musical acts, creative food and mixology, playground challenges and art workshops. It’s all here in this week’s radar.

 

7.20

Concerts in the Plaza at Plaza de la Constitución
Reminiscent of days gone by when friends and families would gather on a summer evening to listen to music and dance in the town square. Concerts in the Plaza will again bring a wide variety of musical entertainment to St. Augustine’s historic downtown all summer long. This week features The Committee, a rock and RnB band. Free. 6 p.m. King St. St Augustine, FL; citystaug.com // @citystaug

Young the Giant with Milky Chance at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre
The St. Augustine Amphitheatre presents Los Angeles indie group Young the Giant. The international roots of the five members of California-based Young the Giant enabled the group to create a worldly blend of indie pop and stadium rock. Originally called The Jakes, the group has been touring and releasing albums since 2010. Paired with Milky Chance, this is an indie event you won’t want to miss. $30+. 6 p.m. 1340C A1A South, St. Augustine, FL; theamp.com // @theampsa

 

7.21

BRAHM at Blue Jay Listening Room
BRAHM is the vision of vocalist/percussionist brahm masla. Originally from western Massachusetts and growing up part-time in Jalisco Mexico, Brahm writes personal, passionate and dynamic music that expresses a vast array of human emotion and experience. The live band is made up of all rotating multi-instrumentalists, including three live drummers, who guarantee that every show is captivating and exhilarating. $25+. 8 p.m. 2457B 3rd St. South Jacksonville Beach, FL; bluejayjax.com // @bluejayjax

Sips of Summer: An Extravagant Celebration at Morton’s The Steakhouse
Immerse yourself in an evening of mixology as we commemorate the conclusion of prohibition. Delight in four impeccably crafted cocktails, each expertly paired with unique dishes, all while immersed in an ambiance inspired by the prohibition era. This gathering is designed to foster an engaging interactive atmosphere, allowing each guest to mingle and savor each decadent flavor. Seating is provided, but it will not be a sit down dinner. 21+ only. $99. 6 p.m. 225 E Coastline Dr. Jacksonville, FL; mortons.com // @mortonssteak

 

7.22

DJSPIN’S 6TH Annual Caribbean Splash Beach Party at Huguenot Memorial Park
Let the beach be your playground at this annual interactive event. Participate in exciting activities like dodgeball, limbo, relays and other challenges all while listening to your favorite dancehall, afro beats, reggae and hip hop hits. Free. 11 a.m. 10980 Heckscher Dr. Jacksonville, FL; coj.net // @caribbeansplashinfo

Seize the Clay Ceramics Workshop at MOCA
Develop your hand building and glazing skills in this recurring class for artists of all abilities. Low-fire clay, tools and basic glaze options are provided. Students are welcome to bring additional tools and low-fire glazes. Kiln firing of one small piece completed in a workshop included for each class attended.  $30. 1 p.m. 333 North Laura St. Jacksonville, FL; mocajacksonville.unf.edu // @mocajax

 

7.23

Papercutting with Artist Hiromi Moneyhun at Cummer Museum
Join renowned papercut artist Hiromi Moneyhun as she shares techniques to create your own unique papercut. Each workshop is designed to introduce papercutting techniques; no experience required. Use these techniques to create a take-home papercut design driven by a suggested theme and your imagination. Supplies included. Seats are limited. $75. 12:30 p.m. 829 Riverside Ave. Jacksonville, FL; cummermuseum.org // @cummermuseum

Yellow Card at Daily’s Place
Jacksonville locals Yellow Card are returning home to celebrate 20 years of Ocean Avenue with special guests Mayday Parade & Story of the Year. $20+ 7 p.m. 1 Daily’s Pl. Jacksonville, FL; dailysplace.com // @dailysplace

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