Events calendar: Attend Blue Jeans and Bling at the Flagler County Fairgrounds

What to do this week in Ormond Beach and Palm Coast.


Fair Board Vice President Dowlin Cody, FFA graduating senior Lacie Westbrook and Fair Board President Penny Buckles. Photo by Brian McMillan
Fair Board Vice President Dowlin Cody, FFA graduating senior Lacie Westbrook and Fair Board President Penny Buckles. Photo by Brian McMillan
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Thursday, Jan. 29

Daytime Bunco

When: 12-3 p.m.

Where: Flagler Woman's Club, 1524 S. Central Ave., Flagler Beach

Details: The Flagler Woman’s Club invites the community to enjoy an afternoon of Bunco. Bring appetizers to share at lunch, served at noon. A $10 donation at the door is requested. Call Donna at 386-313-5383 or Barbara at 215-209-9332 for more information.

Friday, Jan. 30

REZA: Edge of Illusion

When: 7 p.m.

Where: Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center, 5500 State Route 100, Palm Coast

Details: REZA is an entertainer that delivers innovative and engaging illusive performances worldwide. Tickets cost $54-$64. Visit flaglerentertainment.com.

Saturday, Jan. 31

Protected Habitats and Species Along the Loop

When: 10 a.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach

Details: Learn about local wildlife, plants and animals, as well as their habitats, from Jennifer Winters, protected species activity manager for Volusia County. This is a Regrow the Loop event,.

Adult art workshop: Abstract & non-objective gel prints

When: 12-3 p.m.

Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: Lisa Carlson will teach gel printing skills from generating creative ideas for effective images, to making masks, applying color theory and using the gel plate. Beginners and seasoned artists welcome. Workshop costs $62 for museum members and $72 for non-members. Register at www.ormondartmuseum.org/classes-programs.

Blue Jeans and Bling

When: 6-10 p.m.

Where: Flagler County Fairgrounds Cattleman's Hall, 150 Sawgrass Road, Bunnell

Details: Attend this benefit dinner and auction supporting the 4-H and FFA Youth Awards and Scholarship Fund at the Flagler County Fair and Youth Show. There will be dancing, a silent auction and door prizes. Attire is your favorite jeans and best bling. Tickets cost $50 per person. Visit FlaglerCountyFair.com.

Killer Beaz Live: Best Buzz in Town tour

When: 7 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, 399 N. U.S. 1, Ormond Beach

Details: Celebrating 10 seasons on Discovery Channel's "Moonshiners", comedian Killer Beaz is on tour and coming to Ormond Beach. Tickets cost $29-$58. The higher priced tickets include VIP seating, a meet and greet, photo op and signature card. Visit https://ormondbeachperformingartscenter.csstix.com/

Sunday, Feb. 1

Moonrise at the beach

When: 5:45-6:30 p.m.

Where: Gamble Rogers Memorial State Park, 3100 S Oceanshore Blvd., Flagler Beach

Details: Learn about the moon and watch it rise. Bring your binoculars and a camera. Meet at the beachside pavilion. Program included with entrance into the park, which is $5 per vehicle.

Monday, Feb. 2

Halifax Health Educational Series: Understanding Blood Pressure

When: 1 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach

Details: Halifax Health educator Annette Tracy, a registered nurse, will discuss how movement and exercise can have surprising health benefits. Free event.

Tuesday, Feb. 3

Peter Fletcher

When: 2 p.m.

Where: Daytona Beach Regional Library, 105 Jackie Robinson Parkway, Daytona Beach

Details: See a classical guitar concert by Peter Fletcher. Free event.

Wednesday, Feb. 4

The Sixties Show

When: 7 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, 399 N. U.S. 1, Ormond Beach

Details: See this off-Broadway show and travel back to the 1960s. This is a multimedia stage production that uses special effects, narration, '60s archival audio and newsreel footage. Tickets cost $40-$65. Visit https://ormondbeachperformingartscenter.csstix.com/.

Thursday, Feb. 5

Recipes and Reads Culinary Lab: The Culture and History of Food — Afternoon Tea

When: 2 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach

Details: Enjoy black tea while learning more about the history of teas, presented by library staff. Free event.

The Italian Festival 

When: 5-9 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, Feb. 5 and 6; and 12-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7

Where: Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 1014 N. Halifax Ave., Daytona Beach

Details: Attend this festival, presented by Our Lady of Lourdes. Enjoy authentic Italian food including pizza and desserts, live entertainment, a beer garden, games, bounce houses and more. Free admission and parking.

2026 FlaglerGOP Candidate Forum

When: 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Where: Palm Coast Community Center, 305 Palm Coast Parkway NE, Palm Coast

Details: The Flagler County Republican Executive Committee will conduct this candidate forum focusing on local Republican candidates seeking office in Flagler County and its municipalities. Register at https://www.flaglergop.com/event-details-registration/2026-flaglergop-candidate-forum.

Friday, Feb. 6

Cocktails with Cats

When: 5-7 p.m.

Where: Flagler Humane Society, 1 Shelter Drive, Palm Coast

Details: Join Flagler Humane Society for a Valentine's-themed evening. Enjoy a specialty cocktail and mingle with adoptable cats. Free admission but donation are encouraged. 

Free Family Art Night

When: 5:30-7 p.m.

Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: This month's art night event invites families to make a fabric Valentine with instructors Linda King and Emma Dennison. Free. All art supplies provided. 

Flagler Beach First Friday

When: 6-9 p.m.

Where: Veterans Park, 105 S. 2nd St., Flagler Beach

Details: Enjoy community, music and vendors. Entertainment will be provided by Anthony Wild.

Karla Bonoff

When: 7:30 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, 399 N. U.S. 1, Ormond Beach

Details: Karla Bonoff is a singer/songwriter whose songs have become hits for Bonnie Raitt, Wynonna Judd and Linda Ronstadt. Tickets cost $45-$55. Visit https://ormondbeachperformingartscenter.csstix.com/.

Saturday, Feb. 7

Drag fox hunting with Misty Morning Hounds

When: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

Where: Florida Agricultural Museum, 7900 Old Kings Road, Palm Coast

Details: Join the Misty Morning Hounds as they track a scent to a big bucket of treats. Anyone with their own horse is welcome to attend. Traditional hunt attire is appreciated, but not necessary. English or Western tack welcome. Costs $75. Gates open at 7 a.m. Hunt starts at 9 a.m. Bring a dish for a potluck. For more information call or text Cheryl at 386-365-6000.

Friends of the Library Book and Bake Sale

When: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: Flagler County Public Library, 122 Cimmaron Drive, Palm Coast

Details: Browse books and baked goods for sale. Presented by the Flagler County Friends of the Library.

The Connection Project: Exploring the art of Connection opening reception

When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where: Art Spotlight Gallery, 67 W. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: See this exhibition by the Florida Women's Arts Association that highlights love, unity, empathy and the power of art to bring people together. The exhibition opens on Feb. 4 and runs through Feb. 28. Free. Will be held during the Granada Grand Festival of the Arts.

AAUW celebrates Black History Month

When: 10 a.m.

Where: Cypress Knoll Golf Club, 53 Easthampton Blvd., Palm Coast

Details: Dr. Michael Butler, history professor and chair of humanities at Flagler College, will speak at the American Association of University Women Flagler County's upcoming meeting in celebration of Black History Month. His talk is titled, "A Lesson From Reconstruction: The Political Consequences ofRewriting History." Meeting is open to the public. Email [email protected] to register. Seating for non-members is limited to 35 participants. A $5 fee is required to attend the presentation only. Lunch is available for $20.

Home composting

When: 10-11:30 a.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach

Details: Learn about Black Gold, the process of composting, the materials needed, and what you should and should not add to your compost pile. Presented by Leslie Nixon, a certified Florida master gardener with the Pawpaw Native Plant Society. This is a Regrow the Loop event. Free.

12th annual Granada Grand Festival of the Arts

When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where: New Britain Avenue, Ormond Beach

Details: Ormond Beach MainStreet and the Ormond Beach Arts District are hosting this free arts festival, featuring live art demonstrations, musical performances and hands-on activities for families. There will also be a Youth Artist Zone with art projects, games and face painting, as well as a wine tasting.

The Civil Rights Movement in Florida

When: 10-11 a.m.

Where: Palm Coast Community Center, 305 Palm Coast Parkway NE, Palm Coast

Details: This presentation by Dr. Michael Butler, on challenging common misconceptions and highlighting Florida’s vital role in the Black freedom struggle, is part of the 2026 Speaker Series presented by the Palm Coast Historical Society. Free event.

Creekside Festival

When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 7-8

Where: Princess Place, 2500 Princess Place Road, Palm Coast

Details: The festival will feature over 80 vendors, a petting zoo, a kid's zone with bounce houses, pony rides, face painting, a Sheriff vs. Firefighters chili cook-off (noon Saturday) and The Soccer Collies. Tickets cost $10 for adults; kids 12 and under are free.

Adult art class: Felt on a Ball

When: 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 7 and 14

Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: Create an illuminated globe with Liz Canali. Students should bring supplies. See registration page for supply list. Class costs $235 for members and $265 for non-members. Register at www.ormondartmuseum.org/classes-programs.

Annual Four Chaplains Ceremony

When: 2-4 p.m.

Where: VFW Post 8696, 47 Old Kings Road N., Palm Coast

Details: Honor four chaplains who died during World War II while rescuing civilian and military personnel as the SS Dorchester sank on Feb. 3, 1943. 

First Saturday Ormond Art Walk

When: 3-7 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach MainStreet Arts District, 128 W. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: Join Frame of Mind, Art Spotlight, The Studio by Artist Angel Lowden, the Ormond Memorial Art Museum and more on the first Saturday of each month for art openings and art events.

Melody Orser pop-up exhibition

When: 3-7 p.m.

Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Detail: Visit OMAM to enjoy a pop-up exhibit of “Wild Florida” paintings by fine artist and designer, Melody Orser. Meet the artist and enjoy a “walk & talk” at 5 p.m. Free.

Late Night Catechism

When: 7:30 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, 399 N. U.S. 1, Ormond Beach

Details: Presented by Regalitos Foundation, this is an interactive comedy where a Sister teaches an adult catechism class to a roomful of "students" (the audience). Tickets cost $50-$65. Visit https://ormondbeachperformingartscenter.csstix.com/.

Sunday, Feb. 8

Sound bath

When: 12:30 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach

Details: Join certified sound therapy practitioner Nicole Comenole for a relaxing sound bath experience with crystal bowls. Free.

Ongoing

'Men Painting Women' art exhibit

When: Jan. 1 to Feb. 4

Where: Ormond Beach Performing Art Center, 399 US-1, Ormond Beach

Details: See this exhibition showcasing the works of John Darovitz, Weldon Ryan, Herbie Martin and Robert Shirk. Gallery is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Friday and during all performances. A closing reception will be held 3-5 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 5, with artist talks and refreshments. Free.

'Positivity' art exhibit

When: Jan. 3-30

Where: The Casements, 25 Riverside Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: The Florida Women's Arts Association presents an exhibition of works by local female artists. The gallery is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday. Visit flwaa.com.

A Course in Miracles study group

When: 1:30 p.m. on Thursdays

Where: Flagler Beach Methodist Church, 1520 Daytona Ave. S., Flagler Beach

Details: This group meets weekly in the church's classroom. Please bring your own book if you have one and a $2 donation. Contact Aynne McAvoy at 315-481-9073 for more information.  

Country Market

When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every second Saturday, September through May

Where: Old dairy barn at the Florida Agricultural Museum, 7900 Old Kings Road N., Palm Coast

Details: Enjoy vendors, live music, a festival atmosphere and food trucks. Admission and parking is free. Visit floridaagmuseum.org to see what the special theme each month will be.

Nara-Anon Group

When: 6 p.m. Mondays

Where: St. Marks by the Sea Lutheran Church, 303 Palm Coast Parkway NE, Palm Coast

Details: Nara-Anon Groups are for those who are affected by someone else's addiction. For more information, call Nancy at 386-569-0417.

Memory Makers Quilt Guild

When: 9:30 a.m. to noon on the first Wednesday of each month

Where: UF/IFAS Extension Flagler County Education Center, 150 Sawgrass Road, Bunnell

Details: Join the Memory Makers Quilt Guild. All are welcome. Meetings end with a luncheon buffet. The club currently has 63 members and is looking to add new ones. Annual membership fee is $25.

BAM Senior Fitness Class

When: 9:30 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays

Where: Palm Coast First Baptist Church, 6050 Palm Coast Parkway NW, Palm Coast

Details: Join this Balance and Motion class and develop strength and endurance, core stability and balance. Taught by senior fitness specialist Artie G, the class is open to all fitness levels and free with most insurances. A donation is accepted for those without coverage. See full schedule at synergyseniorfitness.com or call 386-931-3485.

Women's book club

When: 12:30-2 p.m. every Tuesday

Where: Central Baptist Church, 152 Fairview Ave., Daytona Beach

Details: Join this book club, which meets in the Marchman Building, room 117. Contact Sylvia Meincke at 386-451-5223.

Moms of Pre Schoolers

When: 9:30-11:30 a.m. on the second and fourth Friday of the month

Where: Central Baptist Church, 152 Fairview Ave., Daytona Beach

Details: Moms of Pre Schoolers is a free faith-based program for moms, moms-to-be and their preschoolers for support and encouragement. Breakfast is provided, as well as a video with discussion and crafts. Playtime offered for children, with adult supervision. Call 386-255-2588.

The Brown/MOAS exhibitions

When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday

Where: Museum of Arts and Sciences, 352 S. Nova Road, Daytona Beach

Details: Want to spend a day looking at fine art? The Museum of Arts and Sciences has the following shows on display: "Expedition: Dinosaur," "Bugs Outside the Box: Discover the Art Within the Sciences,"  "Shoosty Bugs: An Art Infestation,"  and "It's a Ship Show: Florida's Maritime Canvas."

 

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