The HOUSE-PARTY | Free Fridays @ Bo Diddley Plaza
Schedule
Fri Apr 17 2026 at 06:30 pm to 09:30 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Bo Diddley Plaza | Gainesville, FL
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ARTSPEAKSgnv and Bard & Broadside North Central Florida Poetry Festival Transforms Bo Diddley Plaza into a living, breathing “House Party” an open air celebration where music, movement, poetry and visual expression flow together as one continuous vibe. This is not a traditional concert; it’s an immersive cultural experience that blurs the line between stage and audience.
At the center is “HouseParty,” a live band featuring Wester Joseph and vocalist Michelle Johnson laying down rich grooves rooted in Funk, Jazz, and Neo-Soul.
Blended with the band is DJ Turntablist “Aj Mellowblendz" weaving in textures, breaks, and transitions, bridging eras and sounds with the spontaneity of a true house set. The result is a dynamic musical conversation, live instrumentation meeting vinyl in real time.
Surrounding the sound is a tapestry of poetry, visual art and human energy. Artists create and display work in the moment, while dancers move freely on stage, not as performers set apart, but as participants embodying the music’s pulse.
As day turns to evening in downtown Gainesville, - FL., Bo Diddley Plaza becomes a communal
living room under the sky,
where Culture is Shared,
not consumed.
It’s a space to vibe, connect, and celebrate the artistry that lives at the intersection of sound, sight, and soul.
Happy National Poetry Month‼️🎤
Welcome To
The 🎼HOUSE PARTY🎶
Free Fridays - Bard & Broadside Poetry Festival Showcase: HouseParty
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Where is it happening?
Bo Diddley Plaza, 111 E University Ave,Gainesville, Florida, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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