Fifth Avenue South to Host Numerous Events in January
December 21, 2012
NAPLES, Fla. (December 18, 2012) – January is a busy month on Fifth Avenue South! Mark your calendars and plan to make it to one – or all – of the many events planned along this historic street. A full events schedule is listed below.
Downtown Naples New Year’s Art Fair
Fifth Avenue South is pleased to host the Downtown Naples New Year’s Art Fair on Saturday, January 5 and Sunday, January 6 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The fair will take place on Fifth Avenue South from Third Street to Ninth Street South and on Park Street from Fifth Avenue South to Sixth Avenue South. Businesses along Fifth Avenue South will hold sidewalk sales in conjunction with the annual New Year’s Art Fair. Fifth Avenue South will be closed to traffic for this event. For more information, please call 239.580.7999.
Evening on Fifth
Fifth Avenue South will host Evening on Fifth on Thursday, January 10 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Evening on Fifth will feature an array of live musical performances throughout the sidewalk areas of Fifth Avenue South. The night will also include fabulous dining, and the opportunity to explore the distinct boutiques, shops, and galleries that span from Ninth Street to Third Street. Whether you want to relax with friends at dinner or dessert, or dance with your favorite entertainers, you won’t want to miss this event. For more information, please call 239.692.8436.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade
Fifth Avenue South will host Naples’ annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade on Monday, January 21. The parade will start at 11:00 a.m. and will follow the traditional parade route beginning at Broad Avenue South and Third Street South before making its way to Fifth Avenue South. The parade will end with a celebration at Cambier Park on Eighth Street South. The celebration in Cambier Park will take place from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. For more information, please call 239.537.1153.
Chalk Art on Fifth
Fifth Avenue South is the location for Chalk Art 2013 on Saturday, January 26 from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. In conjunction with Chalk Art, participating businesses along Fifth Avenue South and side streets will hold sidewalk sales. Sponsored by The Pelican Bay Rotary Club, Chalk Art 2013 is a “Street Painting Extravaganza,” where artists, including children, students, and professionals, use only chalk to create original art in the individual spaces. Join over 5,000 spectators and watch as Fifth Avenue South is transformed into a huge, color-splashed canvas. Food and beverages will be available for purchase from merchants on Fifth Avenue South. Fifth Avenue South will be blocked to traffic for this event. For more information, please call 239.272.3645.
Fifth Avenue South is one of the nation’s premier shopping, dining, and entertainment destinations. Historic and modern architecture blend together in eclectic sophistication; tropical blooms and lush greenery grace its pedestrian-friendly promenades; and sparkling storefronts are filled with the most enchanting gifts and treasures. Fifth Avenue South is home to award-winning restaurants and cafés, world-class art galleries, chic boutiques, elegant inns, and a wealth of professional businesses and services.
Mark your calendar and plan to making Fifth Avenue South a part of your shopping, dining and entertainment experience! these . For more information about January events or other happenings on Fifth Avenue South, please visit www.FifthAvenueSouth.com.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Laurel Meny
Public Relations Director
IMA CREATIVE, INC.
Cell: 812.306.1630
E-mail: laurel@imacreative.com
