What Is Target Beauty Studio?

Gah! I love a good Target launch! I have set my alarm at three am over the years, the thrill of scoring great stuff is so so good! If you were wondering what was happening with the breakup of Ulta and Target, here is the good news!

Basically, Target is taking the beauty aisle we already spend way too much time wandering through and giving it a major upgrade.

Launching September 10 in more than 600 stores and online, Target Beauty Studio is a new shop-within-Target experience bringing together prestige, emerging and global beauty brands — including a whole bunch that have never been sold at Target before. We’re talking more than 1,600 products across skincare, makeup, haircare, fragrance, body care, nails and more. (Target Corporation)

But this isn’t just Target adding a few fancy serums to the shelves. The Studio will have dedicated Beauty Advisors, products you can actually test, minis, rotating “Editors’ Picks” and “Most Loved” displays, and a center discovery table featuring different brands and launches throughout the year. (Target Corporation)

In other words: Target is making a serious play for the beauty shopper who loves discovering what’s new without adding another stop to her weekday errands.

And yes, I am exactly that shopper!

When does Target Beauty Studio open?
September 10, 2026, in 600+ stores plus Target.com.

What you’ll find there
Makeup, skincare, haircare, fragrance, tanning, sun care, nails, tools/accessories and more.

Ready for the crazy list I put together this early Sunday morning?

The Target Beauty Studio Brand Guide

&honey

Japanese haircare best known for ultra-moisturizing, honey-inspired shampoos, conditioners and treatments.

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Allkinds

Colorful Australian skin, hair, bath and body care with a fun, modern approach to everyday self-care. GREAT for Kids!

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Alleyoop

Multitasking makeup, skincare and beauty tools created to simplify your beauty routine.

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AMUSE

Seoul-born K-beauty makeup known for fresh color, glossy lip tints and playful packaging.

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Ariana Grande Fragrances

The singer’s popular fragrance collection includes Cloud, MOD and other sweet, modern scents.

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AROMATICA

Korean vegan beauty centered around botanical skincare, scalp care and aromatherapy.

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Bask Suncare

Modern sun care designed to make wearing SPF feel more like a beauty ritual.

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Beautyblender

The brand behind the iconic egg-shaped makeup sponge and makeup application tools.

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Billie Eilish Fragrances

Billie Eilish’s fragrance collection combines distinctive scents with sculptural bottles.

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BondiBoost

Australian haircare focused on scalp health, thinning, damage repair and healthier-looking hair.

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Borghese

Italian-inspired heritage skincare best known for luxurious Fango mud masks and spa-like treatments.

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Boy Smells

Modern fragrance brand known for unexpected perfumes, body scents and cult-favorite candles.

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Briogeo

Popular haircare offering targeted shampoos, masks, scalp treatments and styling products.

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Buff Beauty

Treatment-first nail care built around healthy, beautiful natural nails.

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By The Beach

Fragrance-forward sun care that turns everyday SPF into a beachy body-care ritual.

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CHROMA

An emerging beauty name joining Target Beauty Studio’s prestige and discovery-focused assortment.

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CLEARSTEM

Skincare that tackles breakouts and signs of aging with pore-conscious formulas.

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Coach

The iconic American fashion house brings its collection of women’s and men’s fragrances to Beauty Studio.

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COOLA

Modern sun care known for lightweight facial and body SPF, sprays and sunless-tanning formulas.

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Diane

Professional hair and beauty accessories ranging from brushes and combs to everyday styling tools.

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Dolce & Gabbana Beauty

Luxury fragrance and beauty from the Italian fashion house.

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Doré

French-inspired skincare centered around simple routines, effective formulas and a less-is-more approach.

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dpHUE

Hair-color care designed to refresh, maintain and extend salon color between appointments.

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Dr.Melaxin

Trending Korean skincare offering targeted formulas for pores, texture, hydration and uneven tone.

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DUNE Suncare

Modern sunscreen specializing in lightweight, invisible SPF.

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Dyson

Premium beauty technology behind the Airwrap, Supersonic and other innovative hair-styling tools.

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Each & Every

Personal-care brand known for plant-based deodorants in sophisticated scents.

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EQQUALBERRY

Korean skincare focused on gentle exfoliation, hydration and supporting a healthy skin barrier.

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FINO

Japanese haircare especially famous for its rich Premium Touch hair mask.

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First Aid Beauty

Sensitive-skin-friendly skincare known for Ultra Repair Cream and popular KP body treatments.

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FRÉ Skincare

Skincare developed with active lifestyles, sweat, exercise and sun exposure in mind.

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Fur

Elevated body and hair care for areas traditional skincare sometimes overlooks.

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Glamazon Beauty

Inclusive cosmetics created by celebrity makeup artist Kim Baker.

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Glamnetic

At-home beauty brand best known for easy press-on nails and magnetic lashes.

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Gróa

Low-maintenance beauty focused on lash, brow and everyday beauty essentials.

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Hair Syrup

UK haircare brand built around pre-wash oils created for different hair goals.

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IGK

Salon-born haircare offering styling, texture, repair and color products.

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ILIOS

Innovative beauty tools and specialized lighting designed to make makeup application easier.

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Isle of Paradise

Color-correcting self-tan drops, mousses and bronzing products for a customizable glow.

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Joico

Professional haircare and hair color focused on strength, shine and repair.

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Jolie

Beauty-wellness brand best known for its filtered showerhead designed with hair and skin in mind.

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Kaja

Made-in-Seoul K-beauty makeup with playful packaging and easy-to-use products.

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Kayura

Sensitive-skin-focused skincare combining botanical ingredients with modern actives.

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Kenra Professional

Professional haircare particularly loved for hairsprays, texture products and blow-dry essentials.

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Lake & Skye

Female-founded fragrance brand behind the cult-favorite 11 11 scent.

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Loving Tan

Australian self-tanning brand known for rich color and professional-looking at-home tans.

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MACHETE

Elevated hair accessories and beauty tools known for chic acetate clips and combs.

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Manucurist

Paris-based nail brand known for its Green nail polish collection and at-home manicure systems.

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Mario Badescu

Heritage skincare brand famous for facial sprays, Drying Lotion and straightforward skin treatments.

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maude

Modern body, bath and intimate-wellness brand recognized for its minimalist approach.

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Melixir

Korean vegan skincare and lip care combining K-beauty formulation with plant-based ingredients.

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Milk Touch

Korean beauty brand known for mascara, eye products and soft, wearable makeup.

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Minimalist

Science-led skincare offering ingredient-focused serums, treatments and everyday essentials.

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MIXIK SKIN

Korean-made, LA-born skincare centered around quick, colorful facial mists.

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mixsoon

Minimalist Korean skincare known for essences, bean-based products and layering-friendly formulas.

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Modern Magic

An emerging beauty name joining Target Beauty Studio’s discovery-focused lineup.

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Moncho Moreno

Spanish luxury haircare created by renowned hairstylist Moncho Moreno.

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NEMAT

Fragrance-oil house especially known for its Amber scent and easy-to-layer fragrances.

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Nick Stenson Beauty

Professional haircare and styling created by celebrity hairstylist Nick Stenson.

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Nioxin

Professional scalp and haircare long associated with thinning-hair routines and scalp health.

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Ouidad

Curl-specialist haircare offering cleansers, conditioners, styling products and treatments.

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Patchology

Self-care-focused skincare known for eye gels, masks and quick treatments.

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Paul Mitchell

One of professional haircare’s best-known names, spanning shampoo, treatments and styling.

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Peta Jane

Self-tanning brand founded by professional dancer Peta Murgatroyd.

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Phyla

Acne-focused skincare using bacteriophage technology while supporting the skin microbiome.

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Pixie Woo

A beauty name joining Target Beauty Studio’s new assortment.

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Purito Seoul

Korean skincare focused on soothing ingredients, hydration and strengthening the skin barrier.

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Remilia

Haircare centered around nourishing rituals, shine and damage repair.

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rom&nd

Viral Korean color-cosmetics brand especially famous for glossy lip tints.

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SARELLY

Mexican beauty brand known for lip combinations, lashes and playful beauty storytelling.

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Sebastian Professional

Professional salon haircare and styling known for high-performance products.

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Shark Beauty

Beauty technology including hair dryers and stylers such as the FlexStyle.

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Skin Gym

Beauty tools ranging from facial rollers and gua sha to LED and skincare devices.

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SLICKHAIR

Australian hair-styling brand behind the viral Slick Stick.

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Slip

Luxury silk pillowcases, scrunchies and hair accessories designed with hair and skin in mind.

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Smooch Body

Australian fragrance and body brand offering fun, layerable everyday scents.

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St. Tropez

One of the best-known self-tanning brands, offering mousses, mists and gradual tanning products.

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Standard Procedure

Australian sun-care and body brand combining SPF with a beachy aesthetic.

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StriVectin

Clinical-style skincare known for wrinkle, firming, neck and anti-aging treatments.

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Sunday Riley

Prestige skincare behind cult favorites including Good Genes, C.E.O. and Luna.

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Sungboon Editor

Korean skincare known for ingredient-focused ampoules, masks and targeted treatments.

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Supergoop!

Modern SPF powerhouse known for products like Unseen Sunscreen.

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Tan-Luxe

Prestige self-tanning brand known for customizable drops, serums and face-focused formulas.

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TSUBAKI

Popular Japanese haircare known for rich conditioning and repair products inspired by camellia oil.

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TULA Skincare

Skincare known for moisturizers, eye balms, brightening products and probiotic extracts.

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VOESH

At-home hand, foot and body treatments designed to bring a salon-spa experience home.

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Volo

Beauty accessories and tools best known for innovative hair towels.

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VT Cosmetics

Korean skincare and cosmetics brand known for buzzy Reedle Shot skincare.

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Wella Professionals

Global professional hair brand known for salon color, haircare and styling products.

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Families are invited to a fun, welcoming morning filled with books, play, connection and child development resources — including FREE developmental screenings.

📅 September 19
⏰ 11:00 AM–12:30 PM
📍 Daytona Beach Library – Children’s Auditorium
105 Jackie Robinson Parkway, Daytona Beach

Come meet other families, share experiences and support your little one’s growth through play.

Ormond Burger Week returns September 11–20, 2026, with ten days of special burger creations from some of our favorite local restaurants.

And this is the fun part: these aren’t necessarily burgers you can order any other time of year. Participating restaurants create something specifically for Burger Week, so it’s a chance for our local chefs to have a little fun and for the rest of us to discover a new favorite.

Burgers with a Purpose: Supporting Provision Packs

I love events like this because they encourage us to explore our own community. Maybe you visit a restaurant you already love and try something completely different, or maybe Burger Week finally gives you a reason to walk into a place you’ve been meaning to try.

Either way, those dining dollars are staying right here in our community and supporting the restaurants and people who help make Ormond Beach such a special place to call home.

And with 10 full days, you have plenty of time to make your way through the list. Make it a date night, grab the kids, meet friends for lunch or turn it into your own Burger Week crawl.

MEAT the Burgers

Okay, now for the important part: what are we eating?

The 2026 Burger Week lineup is officially out, and there is a LOT happening between two buns this year.

You’ll find everything from The Jam Session, topped with provolone, bacon jam, Applewood bacon and horseradish aïoli, to the Good Vibes, Tokyo Smokehouse Burger with two smash burgers, smoked gouda, bacon-onion miso jam and black garlic aïoli.

Feeling adventurous? There’s a Grilled Shrimp Burger with Asian peach slaw and sriracha mayo and a Chicharron Smash topped with house-made chicharron, salsa criolla and spicy peach barbecue sauce.

And apparently we are putting entire jalapeño poppers on burgers now, because The Smokeshow Popper Burger comes topped with TWO bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers filled with garlic-cheddar cream cheese.

There are too many to pick a favorite from the descriptions alone which clearly means we have some research to do.

Check out all of the 2026 burgers, start making your list and MEAT the burgers here:

MEAT the Burgers: See the complete 2026 lineup

Come hungry and let’s show our local restaurants some love!

Once Upon a Storytime is back at The Casements this fall, giving parents and their littles a sweet (and FREE!) Wednesday morning outing in Ormond Beach.

Designed for children ages 4 and under, each Storytime includes stories, crafts, snacks and plenty of fun.

🍂 Fall Storytime Dates

September 16
October 14
November 4
December 9

📍 The Casements | Ormond Beach
🎟️ FREE — RSVP required

Important: Registration opens one week before each Storytime, so mark your calendar and be ready to RSVP!

Special thanks to Morejon + Andrews Orthodontics for sponsoring this community program.

MOM TIP: These events can fill up, so set yourself a reminder for one week before the date you want to attend. 📚🧸

Realty Pros Assured is hosting its annual Community Appreciation Night on Friday, October 2 from 6–9 PM, with costumes, treats, activities and a free outdoor showing of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.

🎃 What’s Happening

The evening kicks off with a Kids Costume Contest at 6:15 PM, followed by plenty of free family fun:

• 🍬 Trunk or Treating

• 🚂 Trackless Train

• 🎨 Face Painting

• 🎈 Balloon Animals

• 🌭 Hot Dogs

• 🍿 Popcorn

• 🍭 Cotton Candy

• 🍧 Snow Cones

• 🎬 FREE showing of E.T.

👻 Kids Costume Contest

Have a little ghost, witch, superhero or E.T. ready to show off their costume? The Kids Costume Contest begins at 6:15 PM.

Be sure to review the contest rules and details before you go:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/realty-pros-assured-community-appreciation-night-kids-costume-contest-tickets-1997860567739

📍 Save the Details

Realty Pros Assured Community Appreciation Night
📅 Friday, October 2
⏰ 6–9 PM
📍 The Casements | Ormond Beach
💰 FREE

This one checks all the boxes for an easy October family night: costumes, trick-or-treating, carnival-style treats and E.T. under the stars — all for FREE.

Add it to your October calendar now! 🎃

Presented by AdventHealth, the evening will include an appearance by NASCAR Cup Series driver Erik Jones—and the first 1,000 fans will receive a FREE mini Tortugas car! 🚙

Don’t miss this fun night with the Daytona Tortugas! Buy your tickets here.

The Volusia County Community Assistance Division will distribute free pool alarms and door/window alarms from 9 a.m. to noon on Friday, September 4, while supplies last.

Where to Pick Up Free Water-Safety Alarms

The alarms will be available at two locations:

• Deltona Regional Library

• Port Orange Regional Library

What Each Household Can Receive

Each household is limited to:

• One free pool alarm

• One free door/window alarm

The giveaway will continue only while supplies last, so families are encouraged to arrive early.

Pool alarms can alert adults when the water is disturbed, while door and window alarms provide an additional warning when a child enters an area leading to a pool. These devices should be used as added layers of protection alongside secure fencing, locked gates, active adult supervision and age-appropriate water-safety education.

Quick Details

What: Free pool, door and window alarm giveaway
When: Friday, September 4, from 9 a.m. to noon
Where: Deltona Regional Library and Port Orange Regional Library
Limit: One pool alarm and one door/window alarm per household
Availability: While supplies last

This free Volusia County program gives local families another important tool for improving water safety at home.

PopStroke Daytona is your place! For local families, this means you can combine mini golf, outdoor games and a kids meal in one visit—and the offer is available every day, not just on a designated kids-eat-free night.

How It Works

Children ages 3–12 can receive one free meal from the PopStroke kids menu each time they visit with an eligible golf pass or membership.

An adult membership or day pass is also required.

At the Daytona Beach location:

• Kids membership: $20 per month

• Kids day pass: $20

• Adult Club Membership: $25 per month

• Adult day pass: $25

Prices and terms may change, so check the PopStroke Daytona Beach pass page before visiting.

How Does PopStroke’s Kids Eat Free Program Work?

Families have two ways to use the offer:

Visiting for the Day

Purchase one adult day pass and a kids day pass. The child receives mini golf for the day and one complimentary meal from the kids menu.

Joining as Members

An adult Club Membership is required before adding a child membership. The child membership is $20 per month and includes:

• Unlimited mini golf

• One free kids meal each time the child visits

• Access to the playground and outdoor games

• The ability to return throughout the month instead of paying for individual visits

According to PopStroke, an adult member can add up to three children to their membership. Memberships have a three-month minimum commitment and can be managed through the PopStroke app.

Adult Club Members also receive unlimited mini golf, 20% off food and beverages, access to member events and complimentary TaylorMade Spider putter upgrades.

What Can Kids Order?

The complimentary meal comes from the PopStroke kids menu. Options may vary, but PopStroke lists family favorites such as:

• Chicken tenders

• Cheeseburgers or sliders

• Macaroni and cheese

• Other rotating kids-menu selections

The offer includes one free kids meal per eligible child each time the family visits. The discount should be applied automatically to the account.

Is the PopStroke Membership Worth It for Daytona Beach Families?

If your family expects to visit more than once a month, the membership may be worth comparing with the cost of individual day passes.

A Daytona Beach kids day pass and kids membership are both currently listed at $20. The difference is that the day pass covers one day, while the membership includes unlimited mini golf and a free kids meal on each visit during the month.

The adult Daytona Beach day pass and Club Membership are also both currently listed at $25, although the membership requires a minimum three-month commitment.

That makes the membership especially appealing for families who live nearby, an idea playdate (heads up, there is a full bar!) or want an easy activity-and-dinner option after school or on the weekend.

More Than Mini Golf

PopStroke Daytona Beach is designed as a full family-entertainment venue rather than traditional miniature golf. The location includes:

• Two outdoor putting courses

• A kids playground

• Cornhole, ping pong and outdoor games

• A full-service restaurant and full bar

• An ice cream parlor

• On-course food and drink service

The putting courses are designed for different ages and skill levels, so families can play together without needing golf experience.

Where Is PopStroke Daytona Beach?

PopStroke Daytona Beach
1283 Cornerstone Boulevard
Daytona Beach, Florida 32117
Phone: 386-342-6360

PopStroke currently lists venue hours as 9 a.m.–midnight, with the restaurant opening daily at 11 a.m. Hours may vary, so confirm them before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do kids eat free at PopStroke Daytona Beach every day?

Yes. Eligible children receive one complimentary kids meal each time they visit with the required kids golf pass or membership and corresponding adult pass or membership.

What ages qualify for Kids Eat Free?

The Daytona Beach purchasing page lists the offer for children ages 3–12. PopStroke’s national program describes it as available for children 12 and younger.

Does the adult have to purchase food?

PopStroke’s published terms connect the free meal to the qualifying adult and child golf passes or memberships, rather than to the purchase of an adult entrée.

Can more than one child join?

Yes. PopStroke says each adult member may add up to three children to the adult membership. Each child needs an individual kids membership.

Is the meal included with a kids day pass?

Yes. A qualifying kids day pass includes mini golf for that day and a complimentary kids meal when paired with an adult day pass.

Can existing members add the Kids Eat Free benefit?

Yes. Current members can ask a golf associate at their local PopStroke to upgrade to the new Kids Eat Free family membership.

Can the membership be canceled at any time?

PopStroke currently requires a three-month minimum. After that period, the membership can be canceled through the app, with benefits continuing through the end of the billing month.

The Bottom Line

PopStroke’s Kids Eat Free program gives Daytona Beach families a practical way to turn dinner into an entire outing. With a qualifying adult and child pass or membership, kids can play mini golf, enjoy the outdoor games and receive a free kids meal during the same visit.

For families who will return regularly, the monthly membership offers the strongest value: unlimited mini golf and one free kids meal every time you visit.

Review the latest offer details on the official PopStroke Kids Eat Free page or visit the PopStroke Daytona Beach page before purchasing.

🏡 House-Trained
🐶 Dog Friendly
👧 Kid Friendly
💉 Vaccinated
✓ Neutered

Adoption Fee: $100

Meet Bandit

Bandit has been waiting a while for someone to see him.

He’s an adult Husky with that unmistakable Husky look, but what matters most is what we already know about life with Bandit: he’s house-trained, good with kids and good with other dogs. He’s also neutered, vaccinated and ready for the next chapter of his life.

And after waiting this long, we’d really like that chapter to be home.

Bandit has been listed for adoption for about a year. That’s a long time for a dog to wait while families scroll past, looking for the one who catches their eye.

Maybe that’s Bandit.

He could be the dog who hangs out with your kids. The new buddy for the dog already sleeping on your couch. The face waiting for you when you walk through the door.

We don’t yet know how Bandit feels about cats or other types of animals, so those introductions would need to be considered carefully. But we do know he has already checked some pretty important boxes for a family looking for a dog.

His adoption fee is $100, and he is available through Sophie’s Circle Dog Rescue.

If Bandit sounds like he could belong in your family, we’d love for you to learn more about him.

And if you aren’t looking to adopt right now, please share him.

Sometimes a dog’s person isn’t following the rescue yet. They’re following you.

Let’s help Bandit find them. 🐾

Click here for adoption application

The Jonas Brothers are officially bringing The Burning Up Tour All Over Again to Orlando’s Kia Center on Tuesday, October 6, and if the excitement surrounding their sold-out Madison Square Garden shows is any indication, tickets won’t last long.

Fun Fact, the Jonas Brothers weren’t just a band they were the soundtrack to Disney Channel marathons, they were THE answer to my Sunday Scaries. Now, Kevin, Joe and Nick are giving fans the chance to relive those moments while introducing a whole new generation to the music that started it all.

What Is The Burning Up Tour All Over Again?

Originally announced as a special celebration of the band’s iconic Burning Up Tour, the response from fans was so overwhelming that the Jonas Brothers decided to take the experience nationwide.

The result is a 45-city North American tour that promises to celebrate the music, memories and energy that made the original tour such a defining moment for fans.

In a statement announcing the tour, the band shared:

“Our last tour reminded us just how much this music means to us and to the fans who’ve been with us from the start... We’re taking The Burning Up Tour All Over Again on the road so we can relive it with all of you, city by city.”

Orlando Tour Date

📍 Kia Center – Orlando

📅 Tuesday, October 6, 2026

Whether you were lucky enough to attend the original tour years ago or you’re bringing your own kids to experience the Jonas Brothers for the very first time, this promises to be one of the biggest concerts of the fall in Central Florida.

Special Guests

Select tour dates will feature appearances from:

• All Time Low

• Magnus Ferrell*

• Franklin Jonas

• Deleasa*

(*Guests vary by city.)

When Do Tickets Go On Sale?

General public ticket sales begin:

Friday, August 21 at 10:00 a.m. ET

Tickets start at $45.95 before fees, with pricing subject to demand.

Presale Dates

If you don’t want to wait until Friday, there are several presale opportunities:

• Citi Cardmember Presale: August 18–20

• Artist Presale: August 19–20

• Kia Center & Live Nation Presales: August 20

If you’re hoping for the best seats, marking those presale dates on your calendar is probably a good idea.

It’s Been a Huge Week for the Jonas Brothers

The tour announcement comes during one of the busiest—and biggest—weeks of the band’s career.

They were recently:

• Announced as halftime performers for the NFL’s first regular-season game in Australia.

• Honored as Disney Legends during D23.

• Celebrating the release of Camp Rock 3, nearly two decades after the original movie became part of Disney history.

It’s a reminder of just how much staying power the trio has had—and why fans across multiple generations continue to show up.

Bonus for Foodies

The Jonas Brothers are also celebrating the tour with a fun collaboration alongside PopUp Bagels.

The limited-edition Burning Up Schmear features a Hot Pepper Parmesan Cream Cheese available nationwide for a limited time, inspired by a direct message Joe Jonas jokingly sent asking for a collaboration.

Because apparently even rock stars appreciate a really good bagel.

Know Before You Go

📍 Venue: Kia Center, Orlando

📅 Date: Tuesday, October 6, 2026

🎟 Tickets: Starting at $45.95 (plus applicable fees)

🕙 General On Sale: Friday, August 21 at 10 a.m. ET

Anyways! Let’s get to the summer that was, the season that is and every thing in between!

Hannah Bay wrote a fun idea on the importance of a seasonal memoir, in a land of screenshots we forget, and photos we will never print…this is an excellent idea!

DO

The nicest thing you will do for yourself this week is ask your favorite Chat the following:

If I died and a stranger found this phone, and asked me, “Who does this belong to?” Based on what you know about me, what would you tell them?

Grab your tissues!

READ

I am on fire with my reading!

GO

Maine. That’s it. That’s the trip. Go.

WATCH

We are in full Jackson mode up in this family. The questions are rapid, nonstop and very interesting! I’m not sure why I can’t move her over to Madonna and Prince, but this movie is stellar. It’s streaming on Starz.

Lastly! So excited about all the D3 news coming out this weekend, but who isn’t excited about this:

Happy Sunday!

Ormond Burger Week returns September 11–20, 2026, with ten days of special burger creations from some of our favorite local restaurants.

And this is the fun part: these aren’t necessarily burgers you can order any other time of year. Participating restaurants create something specifically for Burger Week, so it’s a chance for our local chefs to have a little fun and for the rest of us to discover a new favorite.

Burgers with a Purpose: Supporting Provision Packs

I love events like this because they encourage us to explore our own community. Maybe you visit a restaurant you already love and try something completely different, or maybe Burger Week finally gives you a reason to walk into a place you’ve been meaning to try.

Either way, those dining dollars are staying right here in our community and supporting the restaurants and people who help make Ormond Beach such a special place to call home.

And with 10 full days, you have plenty of time to make your way through the list. Make it a date night, grab the kids, meet friends for lunch or turn it into your own Burger Week crawl.

MEAT the Burgers

Okay, now for the important part: what are we eating?

The 2026 Burger Week lineup is officially out, and there is a LOT happening between two buns this year.

Participating Restaurants

• 63 Sovereign

• Angelina’s Diner

• Fat Paulies Wicked Awesome Eatery

• Fletcher’s Irish Brewery & Scratch Kitchen

• Grind at Kona Tiki Bar

• Houligan’s

• Jimmy Hula’s Ormond Beach

• Oceanside Beach Bar & Grill

• Ormond Brewing Company

• Ormond Garage

• Pirana Grill

• Pumphouse BBQ

• RiverGrille on the Tomoka - Ormond Beach

• Rose Villa Restaurant, Southern Table and Bar

• Seadrift sports bar & grill

• Smiley’s Tap & Tavern

• SoNapa Grille

• Steer In Burgers

• Stonewood Grill & Tavern

You’ll find everything from The Jam Session, topped with provolone, bacon jam, Applewood bacon and horseradish aïoli, to the Good Vibes, Tokyo Smokehouse Burger with two smash burgers, smoked gouda, bacon-onion miso jam and black garlic aïoli.

Feeling adventurous? There’s a Grilled Shrimp Burger with Asian peach slaw and sriracha mayo and a Chicharron Smash topped with house-made chicharron, salsa criolla and spicy peach barbecue sauce.

And apparently we are putting entire jalapeño poppers on burgers now, because The Smokeshow Popper Burger comes topped with TWO bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers filled with garlic-cheddar cream cheese.

There are too many to pick a favorite from the descriptions alone which clearly means we have some research to do.

Check out all of the 2026 burgers, start making your list and MEAT the burgers here:

MEAT the Burgers: See the complete 2026 lineup

Come hungry and let’s show our local restaurants some love!

Today is the first day of fifth grade. Which also means it is the first last day of elementary school. I have all the feels this morning.

I knew this day was coming. Obviously. Fifth grade is not something that sneaks up on you. There were school supply lists and teacher assignments and new shoes and forms to fill out. There were all the usual signs that summer was winding down and another school year was ready to begin.

But all I could think about this week is that it is the beginning of the lasts. The last first day walking into elementary school. The start of lasts “things” that have always been a part of the rhythm of our life.

This is the last year in the place where she learned how to be a student and where I learned an entirely new version of being her mom. A place where I said I grew up here and had plenty of friends, didn’t need any new ones, but couldn’t imagine living life without my mom friends who I would never know if it wasn’t for our school.

And I am anxious. And I’m sad. Not because anything is wrong. Quite the opposite. This is exactly what is supposed to happen. She is supposed to grow. She is supposed to move on to bigger experiences and a life that belongs a little more to her and a little less to me every year.

I just didn’t realize how much courage it would take to be happy about that. They don’t tell you this crap during infant CPR….it’s cruel.

And fifth grade feels different because I can suddenly see the runway.

Middle school isn’t some imaginative thing that happens to other people’s children anymore. It is next.

I think this is why today feels heavier than I expected.Yesterday I had the Sunday Scaries. Today, I think I have something else entirely. The First Lasts. Because this morning starts a year filled with them.

I guess that’s the gift hidden inside this particular first day. This time, I know the lasts are coming. And instead of being afraid of them, I want to be sure to be paying attention. Check on your first last mamas, we may need an extra hug today.

I am trying very hard to become a person who opens the refrigerator at lunchtime and finds an actual lunch waiting for her.

Meet Green Goddess Orzo Pasta Salad.

I actually made this as a boat side dish and also made a big bowl as part of my meal prep. It’s loaded with peas, cucumber, green onion, feta and pistachios, then tossed in a creamy basil Green Goddess dressing made with Greek yogurt, lemon and olive oil.

Why this one works for meal prep

Cold pasta salads were made for meal prep. There’s nothing to reheat, you can portion them straight from the refrigerator, and this one actually gets better as everything has time to mingle.

The recipe makes four servings and keeps refrigerated for up to four days. The one thing to hold back is the pistachios—keep those separate and toss them on right before eating so they stay crunchy.

And yes, there are peas in this. A LOT of peas. I love them, so I’m perfectly happy with that.

A little credit where it’s due: This recipe comes from Jen at Jenn Eats Goood, and it’s exactly the kind of meal-prep recipe that makes eating well feel doable instead of complicated. I’m a paid subscriber to her Substack, and it’s worth it—her weekly meal-prep plans take so much of the “what am I going to eat this week?” thinking off your plate. If this recipe looks good to you, go check her out and give her a subscribe. (This also features nutritional yeast which is the secret ingredient in Kale Cafe Daytona’s Kale Salad. #iykyk)

Jenn Eats Goood — Green Goddess Orzo Pasta Salad⁠

Green Goddess Orzo Pasta Salad

Serves 4
Prep: 25 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Vegetarian
Gluten-free if you use gluten-free orzo

For the salad

• 1 cup dry orzo

• 8 ounces frozen peas, thawed

• 1 English cucumber, diced small

• 4 green onions, thinly sliced

• ¾ cup crumbled feta (about 3 ounces)

• ⅔ cup salted pistachios, roughly chopped

For the Green Goddess dressing

• 1 cup tightly packed fresh basil, plus more for serving if you’d like

• ½ cup whole-milk or low-fat Greek yogurt

• ¼ cup nutritional yeast

• 2 green onions, chopped

• 3 tablespoons olive oil

• 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

• Juice of 1 lemon, about 3 tablespoons

• Zest of ½ lemon

• 1 garlic clove

• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

Make it

1. Cook the orzo. Bring a pot of well-salted water to a boil and cook the orzo until al dente, about 9 minutes. Drain and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking and cool it down. A little drizzle of olive oil will keep it from sticking together.

2. Make that gorgeous green dressing. Add the basil, Greek yogurt, nutritional yeast, green onions, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, salt and pepper to a blender or food processor. Blend for about 30–45 seconds, until it’s completely smooth.

3. Put it all together. Add the cooled orzo, peas, cucumber and sliced green onions to a large bowl. Pour over the dressing and toss until everything is coated. Fold in the feta.

4. Finish with the crunch. Spoon into bowls and add the chopped pistachios right before serving. A little extra basil on top is pretty, too.

A few easy swaps

This is also one of those recipes you don’t have to follow religiously. Goat cheese can stand in for the feta. Parmesan can replace the nutritional yeast. And if green onions aren’t your thing, the original recipe suggests snap peas, zucchini or asparagus instead.

I also think grilled chicken would be an easy addition when you want to bump up the protein and turn this into a more substantial lunch.

The meal-prep move

Make the whole salad on Sunday, divide it into four containers, and put a little container or bag of pistachios alongside each one. Add the nuts when you’re ready to eat.

Lunch: done.

This is the beginning of my new era of opening the refrigerator at noon and finding something better than cheese, crackers and good intentions.

I’ll keep you posted.

In my memories yesterday fifteen years ago my friend and I went to the initial treck to our Winter Park opening of their store. I remember being so happy that no longer would I have to bring an extra suitcase when visiting family in Long Island, I can bring home fridge and freezer goods if I was quick. Now that we have one in Daytona, I still can’t believe it! This is #smalljoy at its finest.

I have had these Trader Joe’s frozen artichoke bottoms in my freezer for a while and finally gave it a go. Instead of spending days trimming fresh artichokes, you get all the yummy flavor with a fraction of the work.

The filling is buttery, garlicky, cheesy, and crisp around the edges after baking. It’s the kind of recipe that makes people think you worked much harder than you actually did. Also a small cure for Sunday scaries getting in the kitchen, but that’s just me.

Easy Stuffed Artichokes

Serves: 6–8 as an appetizer
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 25–30 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 (14-ounce) bag Trader Joe’s Frozen Artichoke Bottoms, thawed

• 1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for topping

• 3 cloves garlic, finely minced

• ¼ cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped

• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ¼ teaspoon onion powder

• Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

• Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

• fresh lemon juice

• extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F.

Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly coat it with olive oil.

Arrange the thawed artichoke, paper towel dried bottoms on a baking sheet. Generously coat with olive oil and lemon juice, flip and do the same and place cavity-side up.

Step 2

Add your breadcrumbs to a small frying pan and add a generous amount of olive oil, and toast till brown. Remove from heat, and in the same frying pan combine:

• Parmesan

• garlic

• parsley

• Italian seasoning

• garlic powder

• onion powder

• lemon zest

• salt

• pepper

• crushed red pepper (if using)

Add a little more olive oil, and lemon juice.

Mix until the breadcrumbs resemble damp sand. If the mixture feels dry, drizzle in another tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 3

Using a spoon—or your hands—press the filling firmly into each artichoke bottom, creating a generous mound.

Don’t be shy. The extra crispy topping is the best part.

Sprinkle each one with a little more Parmesan.

Finish with a light drizzle of olive oil and lemon juice over the tops.

Step 4

Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until:

• the tops are deeply golden

• the breadcrumbs are crisp

• the artichokes are hot throughout

For extra color, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end—but watch them carefully.

Serving Ideas

Serve warm with:

• Lemon wedges

• Marinara sauce

• Garlic aioli

• A chilled Sauvignon Blanc

• A crisp Caesar salad

• Grilled chicken or steakThey’re equally delicious as a holiday appetizer or alongside Sunday dinner.

Darlynn’s Notes

A few things I learned after making these:

♡ Press the stuffing in firmly so it doesn’t fall apart after baking.

♡ A little extra Parmesan on top creates the prettiest golden crust.

♡ If you love garlic as much as I do, add another clove. Nobody has ever complained about too much garlic in a stuffed artichoke.

♡ Trader Joe’s frozen artichoke bottoms are the real secret here. They save so much prep work without sacrificing flavor.

♡ Leftovers reheat beautifully in the air fryer at 350°F for about 5 minutes, bringing the topping right back to crispy.

Enjoy!

There’s something about summer reading that feels different! It’s the permission to slow down while reading on vacation, at the pool or waiting on the 10th noon camp pickup. Whatever it is, summer reading is my favorite and I am so proud that I am staying on track!

What have you read, and what should I read next? Click here to add these to your cart!

Ungodly Rich

by Katharine McGee

If you love wealth, power, family drama, and larger-than-life characters, this one delivers. It’s deliciously over-the-top in the best possible way and reads like the perfect guilty pleasure.

The Shampoo Effect

by Jenny Jackson

One of the biggest surprises of my summer. Funny, warm, and incredibly relatable, it explores family dynamics and reinvention with so much heart.

Once and Again

by Rebecca Serle

Rebecca Serle has a way of blending romance with just enough magical realism to make you believe anything is possible. Tender, thoughtful, and beautifully written.

Yesteryear

by Caro Claire Burke

A beautifully layered story that weaves together history, family, and the choices that shape generations. I couldn’t wait to discover how everything connected.

This Summer Will Be Different

by Carley Fortune

Exactly what I wanted from a summer romance. Gorgeous scenery, unforgettable chemistry, and characters you’ll find yourself rooting for from the very first chapter.

The Paradise Problem

by Christina Lauren

Pure vacation reading. The banter is sharp, the romance is irresistible, and it delivers exactly the kind of fun escape I was hoping for.

Down with the Shipmans

by Meg Mitchell Moore

Family secrets, coastal New England charm, and wonderfully flawed characters make this a compelling story that’s about so much more than its plot.

Remarkably Bright Creatures

by Shelby Van Pelt

Every bit as special as everyone promised. Marcellus the octopus may be one of my favorite literary characters ever created, and this novel is equal parts heartwarming and unforgettable.

I’d love to hear from you in the comments: Which book has been your favorite read of 2026 so far? I’m always looking for my next five-star read.

P.S. If you’ve read any of these, I’d love to know whether we agreed—or if one completely surprised you! 📚🤍 Click here for the complete list!

The OB Connect app puts important City information right in your pocket, so you can spend less time searching for updates and more time enjoying everything our community has to offer.

With OB Connect, you can receive notifications about:

• 📣 City news and announcements

• 🎉 Local events and community happenings

• 🚧 Road closures, traffic alerts, and construction updates

• 🌀 Hurricane preparedness and emergency notifications

The best part? It only takes a minute to set up.

Here’s how:

1. Download the OB Connect app.

2. Create your free account.

3. Choose the notifications you’d like to receive.

That’s it!

As someone who loves sharing what’s happening around Ormond Beach, I’m always looking for ways to help our community stay connected—and this is one of the easiest.

Whether you’re planning your week, keeping up with local events, or preparing for hurricane season, OB Connect helps make sure you never miss the updates that matter most.

Download OB Connect today!

📱 Apple App Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ob-connect-fl/id6777215401

🤖 Google Play
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.ormondbeach.seeclickfix&hl=en

If your family is still deciding where to celebrate the Fourth of July, I’ve done the work for you.

From beach fireworks and small-town festivals to drone shows and family-friendly celebrations, here’s your guide to every major Independence Day event happening across Volusia County.

Whether you’re looking for the biggest fireworks, the best spot for little ones, or just trying to avoid missing the show, you’ll find everything you need below.

✨ Don’t forget to save this guide and share it with a friend before the holiday weekend!

1. Daytona Beach

Bandshell Star Spangled Summer Concert & Fireworks

• 📍 Daytona Beach Bandshell

• 🗓 Saturday, July 4

• 🕖 7:00 PM – 9:45 PM

• 🎆 Fireworks Start: 9:45 PM

2. DeLand

Firecracker Festival

• 📍 Earl Brown Park

• 🗓 Friday, July 3

• 🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

• 🎆 Fireworks Start: At Dusk (9:00 PM)

3. New Smyrna Beach

NSB July 4th Celebration

• 📍 Riverside Park

• 🗓 Saturday, July 4

• 🕓 4:00 PM – 9:30 PM

• 🎆 Fireworks Start: 9:15 PM

4. Ormond Beach

Independence Day Celebration

• 📍 The Casements & Rockefeller Gardens

• 🗓 Saturday, July 4

• 🕗 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM

• 🎆 Fireworks Start: 9:00 PM

5. Port Orange

4th of July Spectacular

• 📍 City Center Municipal Complex

• 🗓 Saturday, July 4

• 🕠 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM

• 🎆 Fireworks & Drone Show Start: 9:00 PM

6. Deltona

United We Celebrate 250 Years

• 📍 Dewey O. Boster Sports Complex

• 🗓 Saturday, July 4

• 🕔 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

• 🎆 Fireworks Start: 9:15 PM

7. Orange City

America 250 Freedom & Fireworks

• 📍 Valentine Park

• 🗓 Saturday, June 27

• 🕔 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM

• 🎆 Fireworks Start: 9:00 PM

8. DeBary

Freedom Fest

• 📍 Gemini Springs Park

• 🗓 Saturday, July 4

• 🕔 5:00 PM – 10:30 PM

• 🎆 Fireworks Start: 9:00 PM

Join us in Rockefeller Gardens on July 4th as the City of Ormond lights up the night sky over the Halifax River! This year we are commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States of America.

Mark your calendars because it is going to be a night you won’t want to miss! Cassen Park will close at 7 PM this Saturday to prepare for the fireworks show. No entry or exit after that time (with limited exceptions). Plan ahead and enjoy the celebration!

⚠️PARKING INFORMATION: Ormond Beach’s Annual Independence Day Celebration is THIS SATURDAY, July 4th!

🅿️Public Parking:

Public parking is available at the lot behind City Hall, The Casements parking lot and Fortunato Park.

🅿️Handicapped Parking:

Those with handicapped parking permits may park in the lot near Bailey Riverbridge Gardens on the northeast corner of Granada Boulevard and North Beach Street.

🟥Red arrow routes on South Halifax Drive remain open, but expect a narrower road due to construction—drive carefully.

🟨Yellow-marked areas are closed to handle heavy pedestrian traffic.

🚧Please slow down, follow detour signs, and watch for officers directing traffic.

This year, Ormond Main Street is celebrating 30 years as the nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving, promoting, and enhancing Historic Ormond Beach.

To celebrate this milestone, Ormond Mainstreet is throwing it back with a Back to '96 Block Party, a free community celebration filled with music, local food, 90s vibes, and more!

Whether you've attended one of our festivals, shopped at a local business, volunteered, or simply enjoyed spending time in Historic Ormond Beach, you've been part of our story. Come celebrate this milestone with us.

🎶 Live Music

🌮 Local Food

🎲 90s Games

✨ And More!

📅 Saturday, August 29

🕔 5:00–8:00 PM

📍 Cassen Park

🎟️ FREE Admission

Here's to 30 years of Community. Commerce. Culture.