Clematis by Night Celebrates Jimmy Buffett

IMMEDIATE RELEASE       

Contact: Meredith Westheimer
Phone: (561) 213-8192
Email: meredithw@themooreagency.com

Contact: Diane G. Papadakos
Phone: (561) 822-1411 (TTY: 800-955-8771)
Email: dpapadakos@wpb.org 

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 Clematis by Night Celebrates Jimmy Buffett
Thursday, September 28 from 6 – 9 p.m.

What:                  The City of West Palm Beach will host an honorary Clematis by Night to celebrate long-time part-time Palm Beach County resident Jimmy Buffett. The celebration will include a well-known Buffett tribute band, The Caribbean Chillers, and remarks from West Palm Beach City Commissioner Shalonda Warren, who will proclaim the day as Jimmy Buffett Day. Local food and drink vendors will be on-site with goods for purchase, including A Kitchen DB, Coconut Bar, Palm Beach Cider Donuts, Pepe’s Hey Babe, and Poblano South. The evening will also include paradise-themed décor, special giveaways and more.

Additionally, Visit Palm Beach is hosting a Jimmy Buffett Tribute Catamaran Happy Hour Cruise on the same night for fans who want an extra celebration. The cruise is from 4:30 – 6 p.m. (with a 4 p.m. check-in time)

Check-in Location: at The Hut, 141 S. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Cost: $35/adult and $15/child (12 and under)
Tickets may be purchased online at: www.VisitPalmBeach.com or by calling (561) 881-9757. 

When:                 Thursday, September 28, 2023, 6 – 9 p.m.
                            6 p.m. — The Caribbean Chillers band takes the stage
                            7 p.m. — remarks from Commissioner Shalonda Warren

Where:               Great Lawn, 100 N. Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Note: The closest public parking garage is the Banyan Public Parking Garage, located at Banyan Boulevard and Narcissus Avenue for guest and media parking.

Why:                    The City of West Palm Beach has hosted the award-winning weekly concert series — Clematis by Night — nearly every Thursday from 6 – 9 p.m. on the West Palm Beach Intracoastal for close to three decades. The weekly event includes live performances of various music genres from popular national, regional, and local bands alongside on-site food and drink vendors. Admission is free, and the City recommends concertgoers bring chairs and blankets.

Jimmy Buffett was a singer/songwriter for over five decades, who died at 76 years old on September 1, 2023. His songs captured his life experiences — the people, places, and stories he encountered- resulting in a loyal fan base, often called “parrot heads.” As a long-time part-time resident of Palm Beach County, he was involved in the community, frequently participating in many charity fundraisers, and a cruise ship branded with his song “Margaritaville,” departs from Palm Beach County.

Photo / Video Ops:   Clematis by Night attendees, Jimmy Buffett fans, The Caribbean Chillers band, remarks from City Commissioner Shalonda Warren, paradise-themed décor, special giveaways, and featured food and drinks for purchase, including Jimmy Buffett’s favorite drink — margaritas.

Media Contact: Meredith Westheimer, reachable at 561- 213-8192.

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Clematis by Night Sponsors to date include West Palm Beach Community Redevelopment Agency, WPB Magazine, WPBF 25 News, 97.9 WRMF, SUNNY 107.9, X 102.3, New Country 103.1, PARTY 96.3, Fox Sports 640 South Florida and News Talk 850 WFTL.

About the City of West Palm Beach:
The City of West Palm Beach is a vibrant and dynamic City located on Florida’s Atlantic coast. With a rich history, a thriving arts and cultural scene, and a commitment to sustainability, the City of West Palm Beach is a great place to live, work, and play. As one of the three largest cities making up the South Florida region, and the central City of Palm Beach County, West Palm Beach is a vibrant, growing, waterfront City that offers the business advantages available in the region, combined with a more refined and relaxed environment for living and working. To learn more about the City of West Palm Beach, visit us on our official website, or follow us on our social media: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and/or Linked-in.