JALs | Art & Poetry After Dark at The Grand Downtown
Schedule
Wed Jan 07 2026 at 07:00 pm to 11:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
300 West Adams St | Jacksonville, FL
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🎨 Art & Poetry After Dark | First Wednesday Experience📍 The Grand Jax | 300 W Adams St, Downtown
📅 Every First Wednesday 🕕 7 PM – 11 PM
Enjoy gallery tours, live performances, spoken word, visual art, and vendor pop-ups in a vibrant after-hours vibe.
🎤 Hosted by LaVilla Art Gallery Curator ToyaGotTheShot
Presented by The Grand Jax in association with Records & Vibes , Bespoke House, and
Media Sponsors | EliteGroupMedia, Sonar Audio Visuals & Power904 Online Radio
Food by Rollin With Delta Food truck
✨ What to Expect:
7 PM – 8 PM 🎨 LaVilla Art Gallery Tours
Take a curated stroll through the gallery
8:30 PM – 11 PM 🎤 Art & Poetry After Dark
Live art, spoken word, and music hosted by gallery curator ToyaGotTheShot.
This is where vibes meet visuals—an open mic and live performance experience unlike any other.
9:30 PM – 10 PM 👨🏽🎨 Artist Talk & Intermission
This intermission centers the visual artist in residence, offering an intimate walkthrough of select works on display. Guests are invited to engage in a brief Q&A and are encouraged to support the artist by purchasing original artwork, limited merchandise, or make a direct contribution in support of the artist’s work.
10 PM- Close | 🌙 After Dark Session
When the lights dim and the room settles, the After Dark Session begins. This final hour offers a more relaxed, intimate atmosphere where creatives explore layered emotions, storytelling, and sound in a space curated for mature audiences and late-night connection.
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Vendor Opportunities
🌟 Limited Indoor & Outdoor Spots –
Set-up: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Rain or Shine
We welcome:
• Visual & Performing Artists
• Cultural Brands
• Handmade Merch & Apparel
• Social Groups & Community Orgs
• Treats, Luxe Goods & More
📩 Want to vend or perform? Contact us at 904-310-4150
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Where is it happening?
300 West Adams St, 300 Adams St W, Jacksonville, FL 32202-4304, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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