JACKSONVILLE, FL (September 20, 2024) –– The historic, nonprofit Florida Theatre raised over $47,000 during its 11th annual Blues, Brews, Bourbon & BBQ event last week at Bowing Oaks. Many thanks to all the vendors, sponsors, members, and Theatre supporters who donated their services and purchased tickets to this amazing fundraiser!
Publix Charities was the Presenting Sponsor of the September 12th event benefitting the historic Florida Theatre.
This is the second year Blues, Brews, Bourbon & BBQ has been at Bowing Oaks as it was very well received last year. Bowing Oaks has been a Corporate Partner of the Florida Theatre since 2019.
"Despite the rain, Blues, Brews, Bourbon & BBQ was a tremendous success. The spirit of fun shone through, proving that nothing can dampen our collective passion for supporting the Florida Theatre. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who braved the weather and made this event unforgettable." — Numa Saisselin, President of the Florida Theatre
Attendees of this annual event enjoyed an electrifying evening of live Blues music from the Snacks Blues Band, Mark Dennison Blues Duo, and Neil Dixon, unlimited local BBQ, the best craft beer, and a curated bourbon selection.
The Florida Theatre wishes to thank all the generous vendors and sponsors below who made this wonderful event possible:
VENDORS…
Blues
Snacks Blues Band
Mark Dennison Blues Duo
Neil Dixon
Brews
AIBC (Amelia Island Brewing Co.)
Ancient City Brewing
Bold City Brewery
Legacy Ale Works
Mocama Beer Company
Ruby Beach Brewing Co.
Seven Bridges Grille
Veterans United Craft Brewery
Wicked Barley Brewery
Bourbon/Spirits
Manifest
V Pizza & Bourbon Bar
BBQ
Bono’s Pit BBQ Since 1949
Mojo BBQ
Seven Bridges Grille
The Bearded Pig
The Grub Brothers Creative Catering
V Pizza
Wicked Barley Brewery
Desserts
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Small Cakes
Venue
Bowing Oaks
Miscellaneous
Jacksonville Jaguars
SPONSORS…
- Auld & White Constructors – Blues Sponsor
- AVL – In-Kind Sponsor
- Brown & Brown – BBQ Sponsor
- Community First Credit Union – VIP Sponsor
- Florida Financial Advisor – Sampling Sponsor
- Publix – Presenting Sponsor
- The Sonic Planet – Media Sponsor
- UNATION – Media Sponsor
Click here to see photos of the event. All proceeds from the annual Blues, Brews, Bourbon & BBQ fundraiser go to the historic, nonprofit Florida Theatre.
Since its inception in 2013, Blues, Brews, Bourbon & BBQ, (formerly Blues, Brews & BBQ), has raised $399,446.98 for the Florida Theatre.
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About the Florida Theatre
There is something for everyone at the Florida Theatre. From pop, jazz, rock, comedy, country, and blues to ballet, the historic Florida Theatre annually offers over 200 cultural and entertainment events for every taste and age. For tickets or to learn more about our educational performances for schools, rentals, membership, or the nonprofit corporation that manages this majestic place, please visit us at www.floridatheatre.com.