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All productions are held at the Daytona State College's News-Journal Center, 221 N. Beach Street, Daytona Beach, FL.
Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra - John Williams Salutes America
Thursday, January 8 at 7:00 p.m.
Join the Jacksonville Symphony for a thrilling tribute to America’s 250th, featuring the legendary music of John Williams. From the stirring Olympic Fanfare and Theme to the powerful score of Saving Private Ryan and the adventurous spirit of Indiana Jones, these iconic works capture the courage, determination and spirit of a nation. Through the unforgettable music of John Williams—whose scores have defined generations—we celebrate the story of America.
Join the Jacksonville Symphony for a thrilling tribute to America’s 250th, featuring the legendary music of John Williams. From the stirring Olympic Fanfare and Theme to the powerful score of Saving Private Ryan and the adventurous spirit of Indiana Jones, these iconic works capture the courage, determination and spirit of a nation. Through the unforgettable music of John Williams—whose scores have defined generations—we celebrate the story of America.
Candlelight Concert - The Best of Hans Zimmer
Saturday, January 10 at 6:00 p.m.
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Daytona. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Hans Zimmer at Gillespy Theatre at News-Journal Center under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Daytona. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Hans Zimmer at Gillespy Theatre at News-Journal Center under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Candlelight Concert - Queen vs ABBA
Saturday, January 10 at 8:30 p.m.
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Daytona. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Queen vs ABBA at Gillespy Theatre at News-Journal Center under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Daytona. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Queen vs ABBA at Gillespy Theatre at News-Journal Center under the gentle glow of candlelight.
First of the Year, First in a Film Series - Shrek
Wednesday, January 14 at 7:00 p.m.
A green ogre living a life of solitude in a far away swamp, Shrek is suddenly invaded by a horde of fairy tale characters, such as the Big Bad Wolf and the Three Little Pigs, all refugees of their homes who have been shunned by the evil Lord Farquaad. Shrek decides to offer Lord Farquaad a deal; he will rescue the beautiful Princess Fiona , who is intended to be Farquaad's bride, in exchange for peace and quiet at his swamp.
A green ogre living a life of solitude in a far away swamp, Shrek is suddenly invaded by a horde of fairy tale characters, such as the Big Bad Wolf and the Three Little Pigs, all refugees of their homes who have been shunned by the evil Lord Farquaad. Shrek decides to offer Lord Farquaad a deal; he will rescue the beautiful Princess Fiona , who is intended to be Farquaad's bride, in exchange for peace and quiet at his swamp.
First of the Year, First in a Film Series - Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl
Wednesday, January 21 at 7:00 p.m.
The roguish yet charming Captain Jack Sparrow's idyllic pirate life capsizes after his nemesis, the wily Captain Barbossa, steals his ship, the Black Pearl, and later attacks the town of Port Royal, kidnapping the governor's beautiful daughter Elizabeth. In a gallant attempt to rescue her and recapture the Black Pearl, Elizabeth's childhood friend Will Turner joins forces with Jack. What Will doesn't know is that a cursed treasure has doomed Barbossa and his crew to live forever as the undead.
The roguish yet charming Captain Jack Sparrow's idyllic pirate life capsizes after his nemesis, the wily Captain Barbossa, steals his ship, the Black Pearl, and later attacks the town of Port Royal, kidnapping the governor's beautiful daughter Elizabeth. In a gallant attempt to rescue her and recapture the Black Pearl, Elizabeth's childhood friend Will Turner joins forces with Jack. What Will doesn't know is that a cursed treasure has doomed Barbossa and his crew to live forever as the undead.
The Pout-Pout Fish
Saturday, January 24 at 2:00 p.m.
Turn the poutiest of frowns upside down in this musical featuring whimsical puppets and live performers in a sweeping oceanic adventure.
When Mr. Fish sets out on a quest to find Miss Clam’s missing pearl, he discovers there is more to him than his permanently plastered pout.
Turn the poutiest of frowns upside down in this musical featuring whimsical puppets and live performers in a sweeping oceanic adventure.
When Mr. Fish sets out on a quest to find Miss Clam’s missing pearl, he discovers there is more to him than his permanently plastered pout.
First of the Year, First in a Film Series - Jurassic Park
Wednesday, January 28 at 7:00 p.m.
A wealthy entrepreneur secretly creates a theme park featuring living dinosaurs drawn from prehistoric DNA. Before opening day, he invites a team of experts and his two eager grandchildren to experience the park and help calm anxious investors. However, the park is anything but amusing as the security systems go off-line and the dinosaurs escape.
A wealthy entrepreneur secretly creates a theme park featuring living dinosaurs drawn from prehistoric DNA. Before opening day, he invites a team of experts and his two eager grandchildren to experience the park and help calm anxious investors. However, the park is anything but amusing as the security systems go off-line and the dinosaurs escape.
Teatro Lirico D’Europa - Carmen
Friday, January 30 at 7:00 p.m.
Carmen – a story of cigarettes, seduction, bull fighting and murder all set to the tuneful score of Georges Bizet. Set in Seville, Spain, it is the story of a naïve corporal, Don Jose, who falls in love with the treacherous Carmen, only to lose everything including the girl.
His disappointment leads to murder. Bizet’s music takes us on a journey through all the romance and tragedy of Andalusia.
Carmen – a story of cigarettes, seduction, bull fighting and murder all set to the tuneful score of Georges Bizet. Set in Seville, Spain, it is the story of a naïve corporal, Don Jose, who falls in love with the treacherous Carmen, only to lose everything including the girl.
His disappointment leads to murder. Bizet’s music takes us on a journey through all the romance and tragedy of Andalusia.
Riverfront Esplanade
Spanning a mile of Intracoastal waterway, the Riverfront Esplanade is a premier gathering
space and botanical garden in the heart of Daytona Beach, Florida.
Composed of more than a mile of waterfront running trail with comfortable benches and swings overlooking the Halifax River, the Riverfront Esplanade also features a dog park with an agility course and a state of the art splash pad.
Composed of more than a mile of waterfront running trail with comfortable benches and swings overlooking the Halifax River, the Riverfront Esplanade also features a dog park with an agility course and a state of the art splash pad.
Riverfront Market - A December to Remember
November 28-January 5, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Downtown Daytona Beach comes alive with holiday magic during our 4th Annual ‘A December to Remember’ at the Riverfront Esplanade! From November 28, 2025, through January 5, 2026, wander through a wonderland of sparkling lights, festive music, and holiday cheer along the riverfront.
November 28-January 5, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Downtown Daytona Beach comes alive with holiday magic during our 4th Annual ‘A December to Remember’ at the Riverfront Esplanade! From November 28, 2025, through January 5, 2026, wander through a wonderland of sparkling lights, festive music, and holiday cheer along the riverfront.
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Daytona Beach, FL 32114
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