West Ponce businesses open their patios and parking lots, transforming them into stages for a day of free live music and fun for the fifth annual West Ponce Music Stroll on September 9, 2023. Bands will play at businesses along West Ponce de Leon Avenue throughout the day. In the evening, a large stage outside The Marlay will host three bands to culminate the day. The event is free and family friendly!
The day kicks off with the second annual 5K run and dog walk hosted by Fleet Feet. There will be an artists market with local makers selling products, a creative showcase of chalk artists, and scheduled yoga and fitness classes throughout the morning hosted by Clarity Fitness.
The Music Stroll takes place 8 am to 10 pm along West Ponce de Leon Avenue. Proceeds benefit the all-ages non-profit makerspace Decatur Makers.
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Schedule of Events
5K RACE AND DOG WALK | 8 am
Hosted by Fleet Feet
Join us in person or virtually for our 2nd Annual 5K race starting and ending on West Ponce. Runners, Walkers, Dogs & Strollers welcomed!
MUSIC | 8 am-9 pm
Performances and locations along W. Ponce de Leon Avenue throughout the day.
- 7:30am – 9:20am @ Fleet Feet: DJ Quasimandisco
- 11 am @ Dancing Goats: The Cornbread Gardner
- 11:30 am @ Folk Art: Marc Gunn
- Noon @ Farm Burger: Grant Green Jr. and Gaurav Malhotra
- 1 pm @ Taqueria del Sol: Choloteca-DJ Superior
- 2 pm @ Sharian Rugs: Morgan Rowe
- 2:30 pm @ The Village Vets: Acoustic Soul
- 3 pm @ EcoDenizen: Michael K
- 4 pm @ Mellow Mushroom: Art Linton
- 5 pm @ Cafe Lily: Jenn Cornell
- 8 pm @ Cereal Lab: Joseph Reed
Main Stage at the Marlay House | 3-9 pm
- 3 pm: BritPop
- 4:15 pm: Maxwell Street
- 6 pm: Blue Talk
- 8 pm: Gurufish
FITNESS EVENTS
Hosted by Clarity Fitness, held outside of Fleet Feet, 431 W. Ponce de Leon Ave. Sign up for free through Eventbrite here.
5K Run warm-up | 7:45-7:55 am
Yoga | 9:30-10 am
- Bring your own mat, towel, and water
- Blocks or straps are optional – all movements will be geared toward overall accessibility
- Expect a gentle form-meets-flow class with Clarity instructor, Cheryl
- Here’s a video of a similar style class!
Dance fitness | 10:15-10:45 am
- Bring your own towel and water
- Expect a big energy, accessible, and fun dance fitness class with Clarity instructor, Alexz!
- Here’s a video of a similar style class!
CHALK WALK FUN
See professional artists bring the sidewalk to life with chalk-tastic creations.
More details coming soon.
MAKERS MARKET | 11 am-7 pm
Hosted by Decatur Makers, the Makers Market will spotlight many incredible artists.
More details coming soon.
KIDS AREA | 2-6 pm
Kids get their own space at West Ponce Music Stroll this year. Hosted by FCCD in honor and memory of Pastor James, the kids area will include making small musical instruments, available books on rhythm and music and entertainment by Miss Teacup. Find it next to The Marlay House.
Sponsors
Title Sponsor
Founders Sponsors
- The Marlay House
- Fleet Feet
- Dancing Goats
- Clarity Fitness
- Farm Burger
- Slane Whiskey
Friends Sponsors
- House of Kin Design
- Sycamore Consulting
- Coastal Green
- Cafe Lily
- Downtown Decatur Neighbors