Forty-two years after its release, “Thriller” remains the gold standard in music, with achievements unmatched and an influence that continues to shape the world.

  Pompano Beach Arts invites you to a special Old Town Untapped on December 6, 2024, which will include the tree lighting! Join us for an unforgettable evening as we kick off the season with twinkling lights, festive cheer, and an array of holiday-themed vendors that will have your shopping list checked off in no time! Enjoy a live performance by South Florida singer/songwriter Joey Calderaio, along with a local DJ, a showcase of local artisans and craftspeople, and food trucks for delicious snacks. Visit the studio of Mark Viau, the featured Artist in Residence (AiR) at Bailey Contemporary Arts Center (BaCA), and explore his vibrant new multimedia exhibition, Mind Bending Beauty.

The 22nd Annual Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival (GJJF) is set to spice up Miramar Regional Park  with the biggest Caribbean feast of the year on November 10, 2024. Alongside signature sizzling jerk delights and mouthwatering Caribbean flavors, the festival will bring an electrifying mix of reggae and dancehall entertainment for a day to remember.

Pompano Beach Arts and the Rock Road Restoration Historical Group, Inc. proudly present a new annual exhibition honoring the life and legacy of Esther Rolle, a groundbreaking actress and activist. Born and raised in Pompano Beach, Esther Rolle’s journey from a farmer’s daughter to an Emmy-winning actress is a testament to her talent, resilience, and unwavering dedication to authentic Black representation. This exhibition, opening on her birthday, November 8th, 2024, at the Ali Cultural Arts Center, features artists from across the United States who have created artwork inspired by her remarkable life. The opening reception is free and open to the public, and the exhibition will be on view through January 4, 2025

Arsht Center kicks off Jazz Roots with tribute to Sarah Vaughan

       Pompano Beach Arts is thrilled to present the legendary Charlotte McKinnon in a captivating performance at the Blanche Ely House Museum on October 24, 2024, at 7 p.m. As part of our Living Room Concert Series—an intimate, NPR Tiny Desk-inspired event—this is your chance to experience McKinnon’s stunning talent up close in a cozy and personal setting. Don’t miss this unique opportunity! Tickets are just $10. For more details, visit www.pompanobeacharts.org.

 John Amos, legendary actor known for Good Times and Roots, has passed away at 84. His legacy of breaking barriers in Hollywood will continue to inspire for generations to come.