Happy Friday, Delray Beach. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Delray Beach Brief serve up everything you need to know for the weekend ahead.

📰 In the news

Local happenings: Delray Beach elevates officer to chief, a gray fox visits a barrier island backyard, and 57 dollar one way tickets to Carolina cities — catch up here.

State-level stories: South Florida beaches face dangerous rip currents, students with disabilities lose any formal credential, and a vast Everglades fire scorches nearly 20,000 acres — see what else is brewing.

National headlines: Previously hacked data repository relaunches, ramen packs recalled over missing soy warning, and crypto markets tumble on inflation fears — peruse the best of the rest.

Highlights this week

• Attend Delray Beach Homebuyer Education Workshop
• Enjoy energizing Zumba at the beach
• Paint Atlantic Avenue orange and blue
• Enjoy healthy happy hour and EESystem tour
• This home warranty is 50% off until 8/24

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Trails: Ditch the coffee shop line and wander under moss-draped oaks with sea breezes on these hidden walking paths that feel like your own secret escape.

Travel: From sunrise Disney photoshoots to shell-strewn Gulf beaches by afternoon, these family vacation ideas in Florida cover everything from splurge-worthy thrills to wallet-friendly escapes.

Kitchen: Forget the $800 monster machines that could probably blend your iPhone or the $30 lumps that choke on ice. Our 2025 blender guide cuts through the hype so you get a model that actually works without leaving you $200 poorer.

Chocolatier: From silky truffles to bars you’ll 100% hide in the back of the pantry (sorry, not sorry), 5150 Chocolate Co. is here to fuel your cocoa-fueled happiness. Just remember: sharing is optional, and “just one piece” is a myth.

Home: Many homeowners have no idea they’re sitting on thousands in equity they can use to redo their bathroom, kitchen, or whatever their hearts desire. This free equity loan comparison tool can help you find the best fit and get started on the right foot.

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📆 Around town this weekend

All events are subject to change without notice. This is entirely outside our control. Please check official event pages and social media for the most up to date information.

Today

🎸 Live Music: Jonny Edwards @ Deck 84 | Friday (8/22) at 3:00pm – Kick back on the breezy covered deck while Jonny Edwards serves up an afternoon soundtrack of smooth tunes and good vibes. Whether you dock your boat or stroll in from the street, this is your cue to sip, snack, and let the Atlantic views do their thing.

🧘 Stretch & Sip @ Seven Bridges | Friday (8/22) at 6:00pm – Ready to prove you can still touch your toes and hold a glass at the same time? For $25, Scott’s yoga at Prime7 pairs stretches with a house wine pour, so you can limber up, sip back, and kick off the weekend without overthinking it.

This weekend

🏡 Homebuyer Education Workshop @ Delray Beach Public Library | Saturday (8/23) at 8:45am – Thinking about buying a home but feeling lost in the mortgage maze? This all-day workshop breaks down the buying process, from budgeting to closing, in plain English. You’ll walk out with the know-how (and confidence) to turn that “someday” dream into a signed-and-sealed deal.

🎵 Live Music: Bryant Del Toro Trio @ Deck 84 | Saturday (8/23) at 2:00pm – Who knew your weekend soundtrack needed a jazzy twist? Catch the Bryant Del Toro Trio on the riverside deck, so close you can wave at passing boats. Grab a cocktail, dock your worries, and pretend you planned this all along.

🐊 Orange and Blue Gator Crawl @ Bounce Delray Beach | Saturday (8/23) at 5:00pm – Atlantic Avenue turns into a moving Gator tailgate, starting at Bounce Delray Beach and fueled by orange and blue enthusiasm. It’s the kind of crawl where cheering counts as cardio, $25 gets you in, and $10 goes straight to scholarships.

🍳 R&B Beats, Brunch & Bottomless with Michael London @ THRōW Social | Sunday (8/24) at 12:00pm – Sunday brunch at THRōW Social brings bottomless mimosas, smooth R&B, and breezy patio vibes. Michael London spins throwbacks while you dominate cornhole or jumbo beer pong, no reservations needed. Roll in thirsty, hungry, and prepared to wonder how brunch became a contact sport.

🎵 Live Music: Sam Miller Project @ Deck 84 | Sunday (8/24) at 2:00pm – Grab a seat on the outdoor covered deck, dock your boat or car, and dine riverside while the Sam Miller Project’s live set eases you into weekend mode. Smooth tunes pair perfectly with bites that beat your living room reheats, hands down.

🎤 The Jersey Tenors @ Boca Black Box Center for the Arts | Sunday (8/24) at 7:00pm – Ditch the dinner-and-a-movie shuffle for four wise guys who go from Figaro flair to Queen anthems, tipping hats to Valli, Springsteen, and Jersey icons. Their harmonies and cheeky banter feel like a block party on pitch, and you’ll be humming ‘Born to Run’ home.

Next week

📺 SZN 7 Reunion Watch Party @ THRōW Social | Monday (8/25) at 8:00pm – The summer’s steamiest TV romance is wrapping up, so head to THRōW Social’s retractable-roof patio for a live reunion screening on a 22-foot screen with tropical shots, corn hole, jumbo beer pong, and bingo whenever the plot gets scandalous. Free entry, all ages welcome.

🦞 Cousins Maine Lobster @ CITY Furniture | Tuesday (8/26) at 11:00am – City Furniture turns into a Maine lobster pop-up, with Cousins Maine Lobster anchoring in Boca for buttery claws, fluffy brioche, and tacos that’ll haunt your dreams. It’s a feast so good you’ll forget salads ever stood a chance. Come hungry.

🍹 Healthy Happy Hour & Tour of the EESystem @ Love And Healing Energy | Tuesday (8/26) at 5:00pm – Ever wondered if light therapy can actually fix your back pain or brighten your Instagram feed? Swing by Love And Healing Energy’s open house to tour the quantum light EESystem, catch a scalar demo, and enjoy free smoothies, snacks, and scones, no sales pitch.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🎶 Live music & entertainment

• 8/22 Jonny Edwards @ Deck 84 – 3 pm
• 8/22 Rob Stant @ The Box 2.0 – 7:30 pm
• 8/22 Yacht Rock @ Arts Garage – 8 pm
• 8/22 Southern Blood @ Crazy Uncle Mikes – 8:30 pm
• 8/23 Bryant Del Toro Trio @ Deck 84 – 2 pm
• 8/23 BSA After Dark @ Florida Atlantic University – 6 pm
• 8/23 Hot Mess @ THRōW Social – 7 pm
• 8/24 Belly “How Can I Be Down Sundays” @ Honey – 2 pm
• 8/24 Sam Miller Project @ Deck 84 – 2 pm

🏠️ Price is right – Delray Beach edition

How it works: We’re going to give you some facts about a home for sale, including a picture of the outside, the kitchen, and one additional room. Your job? Guess how much it’s listed for (preferably before you click to find out).

Listed by: Tripta Chawla (Lang Realty/ BR)

With classic Mediterranean flair and a dash of Italian villa romance, this estate brings sun-drenched charm to the heart of The Polo Club. Marble floors, soaring ceilings, and a sweeping two-story office set the stage for five bedrooms and seven baths, all tucked into a layout that’s equal parts elegance and ease. The primary suite feels like a boutique hotel, complete with a spa bath and closets that could double as dressing rooms.

Out back, a resort-style pool, summer kitchen, and covered patio turn every day into a staycation. Four new AC units, upgraded LED lighting, and a 45-gallon propane tank keep things cool and convenient. The grand circular drive and three-car garage add a little extra flourish.

Make your guess, then (and only then)… see how much it costs →