In the Loop
In the Loop
Festival

Big: Culture & Arts Festival Kickoff Block Party

  • Date & Time
    • Friday, April 11, 2025 8:00pm to 11:59pm 2025-04-11 08:00:00 pm2025-04-11 11:59:00 pmAmerica/New_YorkBig: Culture & Arts Festival Kickoff Block PartySouthwest 2nd Street, between University and 2nd Ave.
  • Cost
    • Free
  • Description

    Big 2025 weekend kicks off on the night of April 11 with a block party takeover in the heart of downtown. A car show, skate jam and fashion show will complement an open mic session and live and DJ sets at How Bazar, Loosey’s and Cafe Voltaire featuring artists like Kaelin Ellis, Mr. Floyd Larry, They Hate Change, Rugh, DAY/DEM and Kill Zach. Presented by Dion Dia and How Bazar with support from Visit Gainesville, Alachua County as part of the county’s yearlong Discover 200 Bicentennial Celebration.

    Then join us on Saturday at the BIG festival!

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  • Venue
    Southwest 2nd Street, between University and 2nd Ave.
    Building
    Locations for performances: How Bazar, 60 SW 2 St.; Loosey’s, 120 SW 1 Ave.; and Café Voltaire, 48 SW 2 St.
    Address