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History on the Rocks returns to West Palm Beach
Raise Your Glass, History on the Rocks returned to West Palm Beach’s Yesteryear Village with its food & spirits tasting experience.
November 18th, 2022
Simply a great night out for food and libations, Yesteryear Village with the backdrop of twinkling lights and its historic buildings reimagined a typical adult’s night out. Those partaking on the annual event got to enjoy more than 20 stations serving a variety of light bite samples and drinks from local chefs, foods, farmers and local drink brewers. That combination along with live entertainment from The Brass Evolution Band and Victoria Cardona combined for some incredibly mellow vibes.
“This year we made a point to make the lights quaint and really pretty, kind of a Hallmark feel to it,” said Becky Brashear, Director of Business Development. “Each year we try to bring something a little bit different and exciting to the event. Just the assortment of vendors and seeing what they’re going to bring is really exciting, however everybody is always excited to try the mainstays, the retired Firefighters chili.”
“Four years ago, myself and a couple of board members came up with the idea of creating something that focuses on history with a food and beverage pairing to it, said Vicki Chouris, President & CEO at the South Florida Fair.
So far, those efforts have paid dividends as each year attendance has continued to grow.
Beyond the food, beverages and entertainment, visitors also had a chance to holiday shop at the Storm Tight Windows MarketPlace showcasing local vendors, specialty goods and items as well as the Village’s General Store. Special selfie stops were also available to create memorable photos.
Those that upgraded to VIP enjoyed an early 6pm admission, $750 table of 10, reserved table, specialty food/beverage gift, two bottles of wine per VIP table, unlimited tastings at food/beverage stations, early shopping in the MarketPlace and General Store
For more info. visit www.southfloridafair.com/historyontherocks and be sure to check out Yesteryear Village, which is open year-round at the South Florida Fairgrounds.
ABOUT
The Brass Evolution Band is a South Florida 11-piece hot brass party band where Michael Buble meets Chicago, Earth Wind and Fire, Santana and more, with plenty of room for groups like Bon Jovi, Journey and other great musical blasts from the past.
South Florida native Victoria Cardona is a guitarist, vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, one-woman jam band. Her loop performances are a sonic and visual experience that take the audience on a ride through the mind of an improvisationalist.
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Between flying queens, strong pours, and a room full of Pride week energy, Palace turned Friday night into one of the hottest parties on Ocean Drive.
April 11, 2026
During Miami Beach Pride Week, plenty of venues try to capture the moment, but Palace Bar made Friday night feel like the place everyone wanted to be. The Haus of Gucci Ball brought together drag, fashion, nightlife, and the kind of high energy crowd that made the whole evening feel elevated from the start.
The atmosphere hit immediately. Palace was glowing, the music kept the room alive, and the crowd was fully locked in. It felt vibrant, glamorous, and very Miami Beach. More than just a dinner outing, the night unfolded like a full Pride experience on Ocean Drive.
The clear highlight was a queen whose acrobatic performance completely took over the room. She moved with an incredible mix of strength, control, and confidence, turning the floor into her stage and delivering a routine that felt both dazzling and deeply seductive. At one point, she was flipping around on a man with such effortless precision that the whole crowd seemed to stop at once. It was captivating, sexy, and easily one of the most memorable moments of the night.
The food and drinks absolutely kept up. We had the filet bites and tuna tostones, both perfect for sharing between performances, along with skinny margaritas and lemon drops that were dangerously easy to drink. And yes, Palace was pouring strong, which only added to the fun. The cocktails matched the mood of the night perfectly: bold, smooth, and hard to stop ordering.
What makes Palace Bar work so well during Miami Beach Pride is that the energy never drops. The performers are not just part of the background. They pull the whole room in. The crowd responds, the music keeps moving, and the night keeps building. That kind of momentum is exactly what makes an event feel worth showing up for.
The Haus of Gucci Ball was one part of Palace Bar’s larger Miami Beach Pride Week programming, which has helped make the venue one of the biggest draws on Ocean Drive this week. With events spanning multiple days, Palace has become a go to destination for people looking for drag performances, nightlife, rooftop energy, DJs, and a crowd that wants to celebrate Pride in full.
That is what makes Palace such a fixture during Miami Beach Pride Week. It is not just about location or history. It is about creating nights that actually feel exciting once you are there. Friday night’s Haus of Gucci Ball had the glamour, the chemistry, the performances, and the kind of atmosphere that kept people fully engaged from beginning to end.
If you were at Palace Bar on Friday night, you already know how good it was. If you missed it, this was one of those Miami Beach Pride nights worth hearing about.

Ready for your next night at Palace? Visit Palace South Beach for reservations, menus, and upcoming events, and follow Palace on Instagram for the latest drag shows, Pride weekend moments, and Ocean Drive updates.
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