FIRST TIME TO THE BLUEBERRY PATCH?
Here are some things you should know!
Here are some things you should know!
When is the blueberry patch open?
The Patch has celebrations on the 1st, 7th, 11th and 22nd of every month with occasional bonus nights that are announced in advance.
We are also open EVERY Saturday at 11:11am for Volunteer Day!
We are also open EVERY Saturday at 11:11am for Volunteer Day!
is camping over night permissable?
NO!!!
What are the hours of the blueberry patch?
On Patch nights, doors open at 7pm. We close at 1am on week nights and 2am on weekends.
On Volunteer days, we open at 11:11am.
On Volunteer days, we open at 11:11am.
Is there an entry fee?
We ask a suggested donation of $5.
Each 22nd of the month the suggested donation is $10.
Bonus nights, the suggested donation is $10.
(Depending on the size of the band, suggested donations may be $15)
Special Events may be more and we will inform you ahead of time.
Each 22nd of the month the suggested donation is $10.
Bonus nights, the suggested donation is $10.
(Depending on the size of the band, suggested donations may be $15)
Special Events may be more and we will inform you ahead of time.
Do i need my i.d. to get in?
Yes. If you do not have your ID, we will assume you are a minor
(see below).
(see below).
Can i bring my children?
We no longer allow individuals under the age of 18 except on special children events and on volunteer days.
what type of events take place at the blueberry Patch?
Open Mic Night
We welcome everyone to perform any talent they wish to share as long as it’s safe, legal, entertaining and moderately appropriate.
During the second Open Mic of the month, a musician or band is featured from 10pm to 11pm. If you are interested in performing
during Open Mic night, we encourage you to arrive early to sign up, as the slots are quickly filled. After your performance, don’t
forget to ask for your stage pass ($5 value), which can be redeemed during a future Patch night.
Open Jam Night
Bring your instruments and join in a band experience with the Blueberry Patch house band.
If you would like to participate in our potluck, please bring a dish to share.
Featured Band Night
A band or musician is featured and plays the entire evening.
Stop by the stage for ‘Paint at the Patch’, a community art project that
draws inspiration from the live music coming from the stage.
Literary Afternoon
The Ink Tank, founded by the late Peter Duffy, was created to promote creativity through the Literary Arts at the Blueberry Patch.
This takes place one Sunday each month.
We welcome everyone to perform any talent they wish to share as long as it’s safe, legal, entertaining and moderately appropriate.
During the second Open Mic of the month, a musician or band is featured from 10pm to 11pm. If you are interested in performing
during Open Mic night, we encourage you to arrive early to sign up, as the slots are quickly filled. After your performance, don’t
forget to ask for your stage pass ($5 value), which can be redeemed during a future Patch night.
Open Jam Night
Bring your instruments and join in a band experience with the Blueberry Patch house band.
If you would like to participate in our potluck, please bring a dish to share.
Featured Band Night
A band or musician is featured and plays the entire evening.
Stop by the stage for ‘Paint at the Patch’, a community art project that
draws inspiration from the live music coming from the stage.
Literary Afternoon
The Ink Tank, founded by the late Peter Duffy, was created to promote creativity through the Literary Arts at the Blueberry Patch.
This takes place one Sunday each month.
are fire flow arts allowed at the blueberry patch?
No. However, we do allow LED flow toys in designated areas, safely away from other patrons.
are pets allowed at the blueberry patch?
No. While we all love animals, the Blueberry Patch is not a place for pets.
Please leave them at home.
Service animals specifically trained to aid a person with a disability are permitted
based on Florida Statute 413.08: Rights and responsibilities of an individual with
a disability; use of a service animal.
(d) “Service animal” means an animal that is trained to do work or perform tasks for an
individual with a disability, including a physical, sensory, psychiatric, intellectual, or
other mental disability.
The provision of emotional support, well-being, comfort, or companionship DO
NOT constitute work or tasks for purposes of this definition.
how should i behave while i am visiting the blueberry patch?
Peacefully and Playfully. The Blueberry Patch exists to promote peace, love, creativity and joy for ALL.
Physical, sexual, verbally aggressive or destructive behavior will not be tolerated and you will be asked to leave immediately.
We want everyone to feel safe and happy in our place of refuge.
Physical, sexual, verbally aggressive or destructive behavior will not be tolerated and you will be asked to leave immediately.
We want everyone to feel safe and happy in our place of refuge.
what can i bring?
* Food and drinks (NO KEGS).
* In the summer, you may want to bring bug repellent
*Musical instruments, other than drums (sound ordinance restrictions)
* Costumes
* Chairs
* Toys
* Bubbles
** Be aware that the possession, use, solicitation for, or sale of illegal drugs is neither
permitted nor tolerated at the Blueberry Patch.
There is a zero tolerance policy toward drug sales or underage drinking, you will be banned.
* In the summer, you may want to bring bug repellent
*Musical instruments, other than drums (sound ordinance restrictions)
* Costumes
* Chairs
* Toys
* Bubbles
** Be aware that the possession, use, solicitation for, or sale of illegal drugs is neither
permitted nor tolerated at the Blueberry Patch.
There is a zero tolerance policy toward drug sales or underage drinking, you will be banned.
How does my band apply to play at the blueberry patch?
If you are interested in performing at the Blueberry Patch, complete the band contact form.
is there vending at the blueberry patch?
Vending is only promoted on the featured artist night held every 22nd of each month.
All artwork must be original or replicas of original work (prints). No commercial resale is permitted.
Vendors are not obligated to pay a fee. However, to be scheduled you must have attended a Patch function, contribute to a volunteer day and schedule a meeting with The Art Director to discuss your needs for host date.
Vendors will be selected through a pre-registration process that will be announced prior to the event.
The Blueberry Patch will provide your canopy, tables, basic lighting and electrical outlests.
You will be only required to bring your work.
For more information please visit click here.
All artwork must be original or replicas of original work (prints). No commercial resale is permitted.
Vendors are not obligated to pay a fee. However, to be scheduled you must have attended a Patch function, contribute to a volunteer day and schedule a meeting with The Art Director to discuss your needs for host date.
Vendors will be selected through a pre-registration process that will be announced prior to the event.
The Blueberry Patch will provide your canopy, tables, basic lighting and electrical outlests.
You will be only required to bring your work.
For more information please visit click here.
what is saturday volunteer day?
The Blueberry Patch opens each and every Saturday to volunteers who are ready and willing to lend a hand.
Volunteers are welcome to come help us clean the property, decorate and create recycled art.
We open the gate at 11:11am and work until our planned projects are finished.
Remember to ask for a Volunteer Pass before you leave!
Volunteers are welcome to come help us clean the property, decorate and create recycled art.
We open the gate at 11:11am and work until our planned projects are finished.
Remember to ask for a Volunteer Pass before you leave!